Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree212-632-3975
600 5th Ave,
New York, NY, 10020
The Rockefeller Center Tree Lighting ceremony is always a fun event, full of pomp and celebrities, with more than 30,000 multicolored, 7 1/2-watt bulbs will be strung on over 5 miles of electrical wire to decorate the tree. Each branch is individually wrapped to achieve the full lighting effect and there are no other ornaments on the tree except for the star on top.
New York Department Store Holiday Window DisplaysFifth and Madison Avenues,
New York, NY, 10017
New York is famous for shopping and the incredible window displays that many of our larger Department Stores unveil every holiday season. The following list highlights the windows you will not want to miss.
The Rockefeller Center Ice Skating Rink(212) 332-7655
601 5th Avenue,
New York, NY, 10020
Arguably the world's most celebrated ice skating Rink, The Rink at Rockefeller Center offers breathtaking views of the gold gilded statue of Prometheus and the towering Christmas Tree (in December).
The Ice Skater888-VISIT-NY
600 5th Ave,
New York, NY, 10020
While some people make it a point to see the Radio City Christmas Spectacular or Rockefeller Center's Christmas Tree during the holiday season, there's simply no comparison to the amount of people who glide across the frozen rinks of New York City every year.
Holiday on the Hudson(212) 336-6881
Chelsea Piers - Pier 61 23rd St & the Hudson River,
New York, NY, 10011
Hudson River Peers' young professionals would love for you to join them for Holiday on the Hudson:
Lower Fifth Avenue,
New York, NY
Fifth Avenue is much more than lifestyles of the rich and famous. It is an architectural treasure trove opposite Central Park, where you will find some the most fashionable apartment buildings, museums, and edifices rich with ornamental designs. During the holiday season, the avenue is decked in full seasonal regalia, with window displays that catch the eye and beguile the wallet.
New Year's Eve CruiseWest Midtown,
New York, NY
Move over Dick Clark-the action in New York is on the water for ringing in the new year. Admire the spectacular view on board as the lights of Manhattan dance on the water and the electric atmosphere brings the party to life. Dance the night away to a dynamite DJ with front row seats to the fireworks celebration.
Times Square New Year's Eve(212) 768-1560
42nd Street at Broadway,
New York, NY, 10036
Unquestionably the most famous location for celebrating the arrival of a new year, Times Square's New Year's Eve festivities light up the entire city and they bring down the massive New Year's ball.
New Year Midnight Run(212) 860-4455
1 Central Park,
New York, NY, 10021
Kick off a fun and healthy new year with friends and family at a four-mile race through Central Park. The emphasis on this race is fun, not competition! Music, live entertainment, and a costume party will warm you up, and fireworks will give your run an added sparkle. Toast the New Year at the (non-alcoholic!) champagne station halfway through the run, and celebrate with a crowd of thousands.
