December
’Tis the season! It’s time to get in that holiday spirit. We’ve got plenty of events to bring you cheer—and to bring us closer to one another.
If you’re looking for something festive to do with family, friends, old flames, or new flings: look no further.
We recently opened our shiny new exhibition Solid Gold, which Vogue called “a visual feast for the eyes.” The exhibition brings together more than 500 gold works across centuries, continents, and cultures to examine our shared fascination with this treasured material.
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Brooklyn Talks: The Blonds
Thursday, December 5, 7–9 pm
Celebrate our new exhibition Solid Gold in a conversation between featured designers The Blonds and curator Matthew Yokobosky.
Winter Concert: Brooklyn Conservatory Community Orchestra
Saturday, December 7, 3–5 pm
As the days turn wintry, warm up with music by Tchaikovsky, Wagner, and Vivaldi performed by the Brooklyn Conservatory Community Orchestra.
Brooklyn Symphony Orchestra: Mendelssohn, Elgar, and Berko
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Get in the holiday spirit
Sunday, December 15, 11 am–2 pm
’Tis the season! Spread joy by donating new, unwrapped toys through December 15, when you can pick up free gifts for your little loved ones.
Holiday Pop-Up Market
Sunday, December 8, and Saturday–Sunday, December 21–22, 11 am–5 pm
Get something for everyone on your list—and maybe a few treats for yourself. With over 40 local vendors, the pop-up market is sure to suit any taste.
(If you’re here on December 21 or 22, shop to the sounds of caroling!)
Giving Tuesday is tomorrow
Your generous and fully tax-deductible gift helps makes our exhibitions and programming possible. Together, we can make the arts accessible for all!
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Lightscape at Brooklyn Botanic Garden
Through January 5 (select dates)
BBG’s beloved after-dark, illuminated trail has returned with monumental light art sculptures, a festive soundtrack, and seasonal food and drinks.
To celebrate the season, the Garden is offering Brooklyn neighbors a special 20% discount on peak and off-peak tickets (up to 5 tickets per order) until December 15. Use the code ########## at checkout.
Aida at the Metropolitan Opera
December 31, 2024–May 9, 2025
From the top: Hattie K. Brunner. [Untitled], 1959. Watercolor on paper. Brooklyn Museum, Bequest of Laura L. Barnes, 67.24.30. © artist or artist’s estate. (Photo: Brooklyn Museum); The Blonds. (Photo: by Mike Ruiz, courtesy of The Blonds); Conductor Dorothy Savitch and the Brooklyn Conservatory Community Orchestra. (Photo: Jaznina Santiago); Brooklyn Symphony Orchestra. (Photo: Souls in Focus); Visitor in Brooklyn Museum galleries. (Photo: Adrianna Glaviano); Third Annual Toy Giveaway at the Brooklyn Museum, 2022. (Photo: Laval Bryant-Quigley); Brooklyn Museum Shop. (Photo: Diana English); Brooklyn Museum exterior. (Photo: Adrianna Glaviano); Lightscape at Brooklyn Botanic Garden. (Photo: Liz Ligon); Angel Blue in the title role of Verdi’s Aida. (Photo: Paola Kudacki / Met Opera)
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