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Saks Fifth Avenue

Store · Midtown

Saks Fifth Avenue, photographed by New York Dearest

Of all the impressive lights you’re bound to see while celebrating the holidays in New York City, nothing tops the Saks 5th Avenue Light Show where synchronized lights play in tandem with classic Christmas music, dazzling children and adults alike.

Of all the impressive lights you’re bound to see while celebrating the holidays in New York City, nothing tops the Saks 5th Avenue Light Show where synchronized lights play in tandem with classic Christmas music, dazzling children and adults alike.

To keep things interesting, Saks Fifth Avenue changes the display every year. In 2023, the department store collaborated with Dior to create the Carousel of Dreams, a unique display centered around the twelve zodiac signs. Sadly, the show was canceled in 2024, we’re hoping for better news in 2025!

Details. The light show starts at 5pm and runs in 10-minute intervals until 11pm. Each show lasts 3 minutes (featuring 2-4 popular Christmas songs), followed by a five minute break.

Hours
Mon to Sat 11am to 7pm; Sun noon to 6pm
Cost
Free
Subway
E, F to 5 Av/53 St, 3 min
Address
611 5th Ave, New York, NY

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