Enjoy the magic of the holiday season in New York
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Plan your visit to experience cherished holiday events and festive activities in New York City. Start with the iconic Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade, marvel at the Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree, and explore enchanting holiday markets. Glide across the ice at Bryant Park, or indulge in unforgettable holiday shows for all ages.
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Check Out Seasonal Events Near Our Hotel
Macy’s Herald Square
Check out the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade, featuring a spectacular showcase of giant balloons, floats, and special performances from the streets of NYC on November 28th. Admire the world’s biggest department store as it transforms into a winter wonderland with festive decorations, window displays, and a Santaland village. Just five minutes’ walk from our hotel.
Lace the Skates at Bryant Park
This famous winter village offers free ice skating admission to the 17,000 square foot The Rink, skate rentals available, holiday shops, and more. Located 10 blocks from hotel.
Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree + Ice Rink
A holiday tradition you'll want to experience. Visit the iconic Christmas Tree and admire this festive symbol of the holidays in New York City and skate at The Rink. Located one mile from hotel.
Empire State Building Lights
The world-famous tower displays a combination of colors to mark various occasions and holidays throughout the year atop of the Empire State Building. Located 3 blocks from hotel.
Holiday Shows
There’s no better way to get into the holiday spirit than to watch a Christmas show in New York.
- Radio City Christmas Spectacular, starring the Rockettes
- New York City Ballet: The Nutcracker
- The Magic Flute Holiday Presentation at The Met Opera
- Merry and Bright with Jessica Vosk at Carnegie Hall
Holiday Markets
Don't miss the many holiday markets in NYC to shop for everyone on your list.
- Grand Central Holiday Fair
- Holiday Shops at Winter Village at Bryant Park
- Union Square Holiday Market
- Columbus Circle Holiday
Times Square New Year’s Eve Ball Drop
Ring in the New Year in NYC and watch the descent of the New Year’s Eve Ball for a dazzling once-in-a-lifetime experience with live music performances.
Jewish Festival of Lights
Experience the lighting of the world’s largest Hanukkah menorah at sundown during the Jewish Festival of Lights. This event is held in both locations, at the Grand Army Plaza in Midtown and in Brooklyn at different times throughout the week.
NYBG Holiday Train Show®
This beloved holiday tradition, now in its 30th year, returns with even more train displays, both by day and night. Marvel at the glittering, plant-based replicas of NYC landmarks in the glasshouse. On select nights, experience both the Holiday Train Show and the enchanting after-dark event, Holiday Train Nights.