Winter in the Hamptons has a different kind of magic.

It’s quieter, slower, and more intimate — the kind of season where you linger a little longer at the table, take colder beach walks, and notice the details that summer rushes past.

That’s exactly what inspired our Hamptons Homes & Seasons Winter Guide.

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Hanukkah begins Sunday evening, and throughout all eight nights, the Hamptons will be illuminated with moments of light, joy, and community.

Hosted by the Jewish Center of the Hamptons, Pop-Up Hanukkah brings menorah lightings to meaningful places across the East End — from village parks to restaurants and cultural landmarks. Each night offers a slightly different atmosphere, but the heart of the celebration remains the same: gathering together to mark the Festival of Lights.

Winter out east has always had a kind of quiet electricity to it. The crowds thin, the light softens, and suddenly the Hamptons feels like a storybook—frost on the dune grass, cozy dinners tucked away in historic inns, and the kind of community moments you only appreciate when the pace slows down.

That’s exactly why we created the Winter Edition of our Hamptons Homes & Seasons Pocket Guide—to help you experience all of that magic with ease, intention, and a little insider advantage.

This is our second seasonal volume, and it might be our most atmospheric one yet.

If there’s one event that defines December in East Hampton Village, it’s SantaFest—two full days of holiday sparkle, small-town charm, and that unmistakable out-east magic. And this year, the celebration returns bigger, brighter, and bursting with festive moments for every member of the family. Consider this your complete guide so you don’t miss a single highlight.