Holidays in NYC
Savor every second of NYC’s holiday spectacle. See the Rockefeller Christmas tree, catch the Rockettes show, sip a cocktail at a themed bar—you’re in the right place for a festive time.
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A Look into the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade in NYC
Begun in 1924, this holiday tradition has become a local—and national—institution that could be held nowhere else.
NYC’S MOST FAMOUS HOLIDAY TRADITIONS
The Rink at Rockefeller Center
Ice-skating and holiday spirit abound, underneath skyscrapers and a giant Christmas tree.
Christmas Spectacular Starring the Radio City Rockettes
The legendary family-friendly holiday show returns, featuring the Rockettes.
New York Botanical Garden Holiday Train Show
Model trains navigate painstakingly crafted NYC miniatures.
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The Rink at Winter Village at Bryant Park
Enjoy this free-admission skating rink nestled within an open-air holiday market.
Holiday Lights at the Bronx Zoo
Enjoy a light show, holiday music and train rides.
Origami Holiday Tree
Holiday decor gets a historical makeover with the American Museum of Natural History's annual Origami Holiday Tree.
HOTELS ALONG THE THANKSGIVING DAY PARADE ROUTE
The hotels listed are directly on the Macy's parade route, each offering different room categories and parade-viewing options, based on availability.
1 Hotel Central Park
A true homage to Central Park, which is only a block away, 1 Hotel Central Park offers visitors a respite from busy New York life.
Hilton Club The Quin New York
Hilton Club The Quin New York offers seamless access to some of the City’s premier cultural landmarks.
Hilton Garden Inn New York/West 35th Street
This Hilton Garden Inn offers an ideal Midtown location, one block from the Empire State Building and walking distance to Times Square and Madison Square Garden.
SHOP AT NYC FLAGSHIPS FOR THE HOLIDAYS
Macy's Herald Square
This retailer is the force behind the annual flower show, 4th of July fireworks and the Thanksgiving Day Parade.
Bloomingdale's 59th Street
Bloomingdale’s flagship opened in the late 1800s, and it’s still the place to shop for luxury, on-trend clothing, accessories, housewares and beauty products.
SHOP AT NYC BOOKSTORES
Visit These Asian-Owned Bookstores and Stationery Shops in NYC
These shops are safe spaces for NYC’s Asian community and all literature lovers.
Black-Owned Bookstores in NYC
Explore these four Black-owned bookstores with selections that showcase the cultural diversity of New York City.
