My Christmas guides · Thursday, November 5
Season is on · 4 open todayChristmas in New York City
19 Best Free Things to Do in New York City During Christmas
17 Epic Spots for Christmas Decorations In New York CityAs a local, there's nothing I love more than Christmastime in New York City when the city transforms into a winter wonderland.
Christmas Trees in NYCThe Big Apple's holiday decor is hard to beat and nothing embodies the holiday spirit more than the striking Christmas trees in New York City.
The Best Christmas Lights in NYCAs a local, I'm always on the lookout for the best Christmas lights in New York City.
Christmas Window Displays in NYCOn brand with the city's reputation as a holiday destination, the famous Christmas window displays in New York City are known the world over.
Dyker Heights Christmas LightsThe Dyker Heights Christmas Lights have been captivating locals for four generations.
Macy’s SantalandOf all the cherished holiday traditions in New York City perhaps none is more magical for children than visiting Santa in real life at Macy's.
11 Impressive Ice Skating Rinks in New York CityThe winter months bring more than just the misery of cold weather and gray skies, they also usher in the joy of ice skating in New York City!
The Best Christmas Shows in NYCAs someone who's enjoyed more than two dozen holiday shows in NYC firsthand, I thought it might be helpful to share my personal list of favorites.
Winter Activities in NYCWinter in New York City is an ideal time to visit the Big Apple for those who like to explore new cities at a slower pace without mind-boggling crowds.
New York New Year's Eve 2026It's no secret that New Year's Eve in New York City is a bucket-list item for thousands of folks all around the globe.
12 Festive Things to Do at Rockefeller Center During ChristmasLet's play out a hypothetical.
The Best Christmas Markets in NYCCelebrating the holidays in New York City is something everyone should make an effort to experience firsthand.
SantaCon NYC 2026Love it or hate it, there’s no denying that SantaCon draws an enthusiastic crowd come December.
15 Festive New York City Christmas Activities for KidsVisiting New York City during the holidays with kids will leave you with a lifetime of cherished memories.
13 Best Christmas-Decorated Restaurants in New York CityI love the way restaurants decorate for Christmas in New York City.
Best Thanksgiving dinner restaurants in New York CityI'll be honest.
Restaurants Open on Christmas Day in NYC
Where to Eat Near Rockefeller Center
Bars Open on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day in NYCThanks to shoe-box-sized apartments and insane room-service prices, celebrating Christmas day in New York City can prove to be difficult.
Christmas Desserts in NYCSome would argue that having a food bucket list is just as important as having an experience bucket list.This year’s dates
- Until Feb 28Bryant Park Winter Village opens Midtownin my guide
- Until Feb 28The Rink at Bryant Park opens Bryant Park / Winter Village, Midtownin my guide
- Until Mar 16Wollman Rink Central Park opensin my guide
- Until Jan 4Radio City Christmas Spectacular run Radio City Music Hall, Midtownin my guide
- Sat, Nov 7 to Jan 3North Pole Express holiday lights bus tour North Pole Express bus tour, Midtown, Bryant Park sidein my guide
- Sat, Nov 7Rockefeller Center tree arrival Midtownin my guide
- Mon, Nov 9 to Dec 24Grand Central Holiday Fair open Grand Central Terminal Holiday Fair, Midtownin my guide
- Thu, Nov 12 to Dec 24Union Square Holiday Market openin my guide
- Sat, Nov 14 to Jan 10NYBG Holiday Train Show New York Botanical Garden, Bronxin my guide
- Mon, Nov 23AMNH Origami Holiday Tree on view American Museum of Natural History, Upper West Sidein my guide
- Mon, Nov 23Lotte New York Palace Christmas tree lit Midtownin my guide
- Mon, Nov 23Saks Fifth Avenue holiday light show Midtownin my guide
- Wed, Nov 25Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade balloon inflation American Museum of Natural History, Upper West Sidein my guide
- Thu, Nov 26Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade Macy's Herald Square, Midtownin my guide
- Fri, Nov 27 to Jan 3George Balanchine's The Nutcracker (NYC Ballet) David H. Koch Theater, Lincoln Squarein my guide
- Sun, Nov 29 to Dec 30A Christmas Carol, The Musical (Players Theatre) Greenwich Villagein my guide
- Mon, Nov 30 to Dec 20DUMBO FAD Market Holiday Pop-Up DUMBO, Brooklynin my guide
- Tue, Dec 1 to Dec 31Columbus Circle Holiday Market open Upper West Sidein my guide
- Wed, Dec 2Rockefeller Center tree lighting ceremony Midtownin my guide
- Fri, Dec 4 to Dec 11Grand Army Plaza (5th Ave) World's Largest Menorah nightly lightings Grand Army Plaza Menorah, Midtown
- Sat, Dec 5 to Dec 13Peter and the Wolf with Isaac Mizrahi (Works & Process at the Guggenheim) Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum, Upper East Sidein my guide
- Sat, Dec 12SantaCon NYC Rotates, announced annuallyin my guide
- Thu, Dec 24 to Dec 25St Patrick's Cathedral Christmas Eve and Christmas Day Mass schedule Midtownin my guide
- Thu, Dec 31 to Jan 1Carbone New Year's Eve dinner Greenwich Villagein my guide
- Thu, Dec 31 to Jan 1Copacabana New Year's Eve party Hell's Kitchenin my guide
- Thu, Dec 31 to Jan 1HK Hall New Year's Eve party Hell's Kitchenin my guide
- Thu, Dec 31 to Jan 1House of Yes New Year's Eve party Bushwick, Brooklynin my guide
- Thu, Dec 31New York Road Runners Midnight Run Central Park, Manhattanin my guide
- Thu, Dec 31Prospect Park New Year's Eve fireworks (Grand Army Plaza) Park Slope, Brooklyn
- Thu, Dec 31Summit One Vanderbilt New Year's Eve party Midtownin my guide
- Thu, Dec 31The Edge New Year's Eve party Hudson Yardsin my guide
- Thu, Dec 31 to Jan 1Times Square New Year's Eve Ball Drop Midtownin my guide
- Thu, Dec 31 to Jan 1Westlight New Year's Eve party Williamsburg, Brooklynin my guide
Dates checked November 5.