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A Comprehensive Collection of “Must-See and Do’s” for Your Winter NYC Bucket List

BARS

FROSTY’S CHRISTMAS BAR
What: New York’s first three level Christmas bar: a restaurant, bar, and speakeasy in one! Not to mention enough singing Santas, live nutcrackers, and dancing elves to fulfill all your Christmas dreams in one spot!
Where: Frosty’s Christmas Bar, 220 W. 44th st
When: Sunday-Friday 5PM to 3AM, Saturday 5AM to 3AM

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ROLF’S BAR
What: By far the best decorated Christmas bar, a true classic and perfect for dinner and drinks out!
Where: Rolf’s 281 3rd Ave
When: 12-10pm everyday

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THE CABIN NYC
What: A bar designed like the inside of a homey winter cabin
Where: The Cabin, 205 E 4th St
When: Saturday 11AM–2AM
Sunday 11AM–11PM
Monday Closed
Tuesday 4–11PM
Wednesday 4–11PM
Thursday 4–11PM
Friday 4PM–2AM

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LILIES VICTORIAN
What: One of New York’s most iconic Christmas bars to date, festive decor and a menu full of Christmas-y drinks
Where: Lilies Victorian, 13 E 17th St
When: Saturday 11:30AM–2AM
Sunday 11:30AM–1AM
Monday 4PM–1AM
Tuesday 4PM–1AM
Wednesday 4PM–1AM
Thursday 4PM–2AM
Friday 4PM–2AM

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MIRACLE 9TH STREET POP UP
What: A new addition to NYC Christmas bars, with a wide selection of Christmas cocktails and decor
Where: 649 E 9th St
When: Saturday 2PM–1AM
Sunday 2PM–12AM
Monday 4PM–1AM
Tuesday 4PM–1AM
Wednesday 4PM–1AM
Thursday 4PM–1AM
Friday 2PM–1AM

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DECOR

SAKS FIFTH AVE HOLIDAY LIGHTS SHOW
What: A must see, iconic, light show around the outside of Saks fifth ave. For the first time ever the windows are lighting up along with the lights around the building, featuring a theme of gifts from the past and rocket ships in partnership with the Rocketfund.
Where: 5th Avenue between 49th and 50th Streets
When: Available through January 3rd

Hudson Yards Lights
What: Stop by and get all your Christmas shopping done at the Hudson Yards mall, decked out in lights and glowing hot air balloons. 
Where: 20 Hudson yards
When: Saturday 10AM–8PM
Sunday 11AM–7PM
Monday 10AM–8PM
Tuesday 10AM–8PM
Wednesday 10AM–8PM
Thursday 10AM–8PM
Friday 10AM–8PM
ROCKEFELLER TREE
What: New York’s most iconic tree, featured in every New York Christmas movie and should be at the top of your bucket list for the season. This year they are offering small cabins for reservation right next to the tree so you can enjoy hot cocoa with the view!
Where: 45 Rockefeller Plaza
When: everyday!

Macys Herald Square Window Displays
What: The perfect activity, day or night, to catch holiday decor in the Macy’s windows on any given winter day!
Where: 151 W 34th St
When: all day!

Dyker Heights Tour
What
: For your own little taste of suburbia visit Brooklyn’s Dyker Heights for the best decorated and lit houses
Where: 1072 80th St 1st. Floor, Brooklyn
When: Every night!

Lightscape at Brooklyn Botanic Garden
What
: an Illuminated trail leading to an outdoor array of light fixtures, hot cocoa, and holiday treats!
Where: 990 Washington Ave, Brooklyn
When: Through January 8th, 2023

SHOPPING

BRYANT PARK WINTER VILLAGE
What: Tour stores with Christmas decor and a wide selection of foods, after you can head to the ice skating rink!
Where: 42nd Street and, 6th Ave
When: Saturday 10AM–8PM
Sunday 10AM–8PM
Monday 11AM–8PM
Tuesday 11AM–8PM
Wednesday 11AM–8PM
Thursday 11AM–8PM
Friday 11AM–8PM
UNION HOLIDAY MARKET
What: Locally owned businesses get a chance to showcase their best works from ornaments, to mugs, to candles, while local restaurants serve fan favorites!
Where: Union Square
When: Saturday 10AM–8PM
Sunday 11AM–7PM
Monday 11AM–8PM
Tuesday 11AM–8PM
Wednesday 11AM–8PM
Thursday 11AM–8PM
Friday 11AM–8PM
COLUMBUS CIRCLE HOLIDAY MARKET
What: A holiday market to meet all your shopping needs featuring an elegant selection of jewelry, home goods, art, and your favorite winter treats
Where: Columbus Circle & Central Park S
When: November 29 – December 24, 2022
11am – 8pm Monday-Saturday
11am – 7pm Sunday

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ACTIVITIES

ARTECHOUSE HOLIDAY EXPERIENCE
What: Artechouse’s first “Spectacular Factory” where a gift factory comes alive in an immersive journey!
Where: 439 W 15th St
When: November 18, 2022 – January 8, 2023 

WATERMARK WINTER WONDERLAND PIER 15
What
: Reservable, heat controlled, glass houses on the pier, for the perfect winter dining experience!
Where: 78 South St Pier 15
When: Saturday 12PM–12AM
Sunday 12–11PM
Monday 4–11PM
Tuesday 4–11PM
Wednesday 4–11PM
Thursday 4PM–12AM
Friday 2PM–12AM

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MUSEUM OF THE CITY OF NEW YORK’S EXHIBIT GINGERBREAD NYC
What: A Christmas themed light festival where you can immerse yourself in different Christmas worlds, eat, explore, and watch live performances
Where: 41 Seaver Way,Queens
When: Select Dates Nov 18, 2022 – Jan 8, 2023,
open 4 – 10pm all event days

MENORAH LIGHTINGS

GRAND ARMY PLAZA MENORAH LIGHTING
What: Watch one of the worlds biggest menorahs be lit for every night of Hanukkah at various locations throughout New York
Where: Grand Army Plazas in Midtown, Manhattan and Prospect Park, Brooklyn.
When: December 18-26, at 5:30pm (8pm on Sat)

KWANZAA

ANNUAL KWANZAA CELEBRATION AT APOLLO THEATER
What: A 17 year tradition at the Apollo theater celebrating Kwanzaa with dance, music, and spoken word
Where: 253 W 125th St, New York
When: December 30 at 7:30PM

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