It's on 1 of my list. Each entry below is what I wrote about it there, with my verdict on that list, the fullest first.
- Subway7, B, D, F, M to 5 Av, 2 min
- AddressBryant Park
- From my guide, updated September 2026.
A popular destination year-round, Bryant Park transforms into a European-inspired holiday market and heralds the start of the Christmas season. More than 100 vendors entice those passing by with festive decor, handmade crafts, unique jewelry, and delicious holiday treats.
A stunning Christmas tree serves as the centerpiece for the buzzing market and creates a breathtaking backdrop for the massive ice skating rink.
Tree heights vary yearly but it tends to average 50 feet tall. Adorned with 12,000 lights and a thousand oversized ornaments, it’s one of the most heavily decorated Christmas trees in New York City.
The lighting ceremony is an hour-long spectacle that hosts Broadway performers and world-class ice skaters. It’s fun for the whole family!
Some places are about the food. This one’s about the whole experience.