Christmas magic in Dyker Heights, New York

Maybe not everyone knows that Dyker Heights is a pretty residential neighbourhood in Brooklyn, which famous in the mid-80s for its very unique character. In fact, every year its residents begin a true decoration race in preparation for Christmas, rushing to be the first to make their house the most ‘Christmassy’ and admirable.

It is a ruthless struggle: the residents of Dyker Heights spare no expense when it comes to Christmas. For them it is a very serious matter!

It is said that some of them pay thousands of dollars in monthly electric bills in December in order to make the front of their houses stand out with countless light effects.

However, the decorations certainly do not end with illuminations. The residents of Dyker Heights begin working hard straight after Thanksgiving, letting their fantasies and imaginations loose, and the results are really surprising. The area is considered the undeniable capital of Christmas lights and has become a true tourist attraction over the years.

Other than lights, you can admire all sorts of decorations, mechanical dolls whose arms and wings move, entire moving scenes, balloons, and coloured wooden sculptures. Dyker Heights is a magical place, halfway between a Father Christmas village and a Disney film. It is a true wonder for children, but it does not stop there. It is impossible to not be infected by its Christmas spirit when everything is so colourful and splendid! Your mouth will hang open. It’s a unique and marvellous atmosphere that you absolutely can’t miss if you find yourself in New York during Christmas. It is easy to get lost among the lights and colours of this wonderful fairy-tale, and to be infected by its irresistible atmosphere. We went there ourselves: here is a small picture book of our wonderful experience.