NYC & COMPANY UNVEILS NEW YORK CITY'S 2020 HOLIDAY PROGRAMMING
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NYC & COMPANY UNVEILS NEW YORK CITY’S 2020 HOLIDAY
PROGRAMMING
NYC & Company is pleased to release 2020 holiday programming across the five boroughs.
There’s never been a more important time to support local businesses during the holiday season,
and there are multiple ways to do that through NYC & Company. Below are three ways to give the
gift of New York City this year.
New Yorkers and visitors can show support for NYC by masking up and taking an NYC-cation,
staying overnight at one of the City’s welcoming hotels. NYC & Company’s most ambitious savings
program ever—All In NYC: Neighborhood Getaways—offers nearly 300 deals across
accommodations, attractions, dining, retail, tours and more, available at
nycgo.com/neighborhoodgetaways. Those who register their Mastercard for the All In NYC:
Neighborhood Getaways program—now including new offers through a unique holiday collection—
can receive up to $100 total in statement credit when spending $100 or more at hotels and $20 or
more at all other businesses.
Those unable to visit are encouraged to Shop NYC this year, through purchases at
nycgo.com/shopinnyc, including a roundup of e-commerce/gift cards, distinctive apparel and
accessories, signature hotel items, museum gifts and memberships, food and gift baskets,
souvenirs, books, music, games and more.
Additionally, Virtual NYC experiences are available online for those from afar to enjoy NYC this
festive season, including live stream presentations from Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater,
Carnegie Hall, Cathedral of St. John the Divine, Lincoln Center and more, available at
nycgo.com/virtualnyc, along with a special holiday collection.
“New Yorkers and visitors are invited to mask up and safely enjoy this festive, holiday season in New
York City, with less crowds, significant savings, and more outdoor activities than ever before. From
ice skating rinks and igloos to colorful light displays, cultural exhibitions and holiday shopping,
there’s no shortage of things to see and do. By taking advantage of our All In NYC: Neighborhood
Getaways offers including the Mastercard $100 rebate, you will also be supporting local businesses
and hospitality industry jobs. We’re also encouraging those from afar to give the gift of NYC this year
by shopping iconic NYC merchants online, gifting museum memberships and buying gift cards for
future travel.” said NYC & Company President and CEO Fred Dixon.
Below is a selection of holiday-themed events, attractions, markets, hotel offers, gifts and more,
available this holiday season in NYC. For more information, visit nycgo.com/holidays.
Iconic NYC Traditions
• Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade
November 26 | Manhattan
This beloved holiday tradition of larger-than-life balloons and dazzling floats has been
transformed into a television-only experience that will be aired on NBC for all to enjoy safelyfrom the comfort of home. The 94th annual parade will feature Broadway performances by
Hamilton, Mean Girls, Jagged Little Pill, and Ain’t Too Proud: The Life and Times of the
Temptations.
• Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree Lighting
December 2 | Manhattan
Bringing joy and Christmas spirit to the City, the 88th annual Rockefeller Center Christmas
Tree Lighting will take place on December 2 from 7—10pm with no public access, however,
all are invited to view the live national broadcast “Christmas in Rockefeller Center” from
home on NBC. The 75-foot-tall Norway spruce from Oneonta, NY, arrived at Rockefeller
Center this past weekend.
• New Year’s Eve Times Square Ball Drop
December 2020 through January 1, 2021 | Manhattan
Each year, millions of viewers watch the Times Square Ball Drop from NYC and around the
globe, and this year, for the first time ever, the event will be televised only with the traditional
ball drop, live performances and special guests to be announced.
Additional annual activities include the Wishing Wall activation (month of December),
Numeral Arrival of “2” and “1’ for 2021 (December 21), Numeral Installation atop One Times
Square (December 26), Crystal Installation (December 27), Good Riddance Day (December
28), Confetti Test (December 29) and Ball Test and Balloon Preparation (December 30).
Ice Skating Rinks
• The Rink at Winter Village at Bryant Park
Now through March 7, 2021 | Manhattan
Enjoy the City’s only free, outdoor ice skating rink in Midtown at Bryant Park’s Winter Village,
with reduced capacity to allow for social distancing. Advanced ticket purchases are required.
• The Rink at Brookfield Place
November 16 onwards | Manhattan
The Rink at Brookfield Place provides skaters of all levels a spot to take lessons or skate on
their own while enjoying views of the Hudson River and surrounding cityscape.
• Vale Rink at The William Vale
November 25 onwards | Brooklyn
Skate on the eco-friendly, synthetic rooftop rink of The William Vale in Williamsburg, with
views of the NYC skyline. Guests will also be able to warm up in private, socially distanced
tiny houses.
• Wollman Rink at Central Park
Now through March 2021 | Manhattan
Situated in the heart of Manhattan at 59th Street and Sixth Avenue, the iconic Wollman Rink
offers spectacular views of the NYC skyline and programs that cater to the entire family—ideal
for visitors and local skating enthusiasts.
• Rink at Rockefeller CenterNovember 21, 2020 through January 17, 2021 | Manhattan
The world-famous ice skating rink will open for the holiday season, with advanced tickets
available for purchase at www.skatingatrockcenter.com. Skaters also have the option of
purchasing VIP packages in partnership with City Winery.
Holiday Markets, Retail Displays and Shopping
• Holiday Fair at Grand Central Terminal
Now through December 24 | Manhattan
This holiday attraction for the whole family returns to the iconic Vanderbilt Hall featuring
handmade home goods, toys, art, accessories, jewelry, bath and body products, and men’s,
women’s and children’s apparel.
• Holiday Under the Stars at The Shops at Columbus Circle
Now through December 24 | Manhattan
Spend time shopping for that perfect gift and dine under the stars, daily, from 4—7pm at The
Shops at Columbus Circle where a dozen 14-foot stars hang from the ceiling and illuminate to
the beat of holiday music in the Great Room overlooking Central Park.
• Open Storefronts Program
Now through December 31 | Citywide
This holiday season, there is no better gift to give than shopping local and supporting small
businesses. The Open Storefronts program assists existing ground-floor, storefront
businesses who want to use outdoor areas on a temporary basis to sell merchandise through
the holiday season.
• The Bank of America Winter Village at Bryant Park
Now through March 2021 | Manhattan
In addition to one of the most popular ice skating rinks in NYC, the Winter Village provides
must-buy gifts and winter activities at the Holiday Shops. For a festive cocktail or bite to eat,
check out The Lodge Deck by Urbanspace.
• Make Merry Holiday 2020 Shop at Nordstrom NYC
Now onwards | Manhattan
The Nordstrom flagship store on Broadway will unveil its annual holiday decorations on
November 27, and Santa and his elves will participate in a daily Santa Snow Show at 2pm
and 6pm through December 24. A Make Merry Holiday 2020 Shop, curated by the buyers at
Nordstrom, will assist with this year’s shopping needs.
• Empire Outlets
December 3 onwards | Staten Island
Located steps away from the free Staten Island Ferry, Empire Outlets is NYC’s only outdoor
outlets shopping destination with views of Lower Manhattan. This holiday season will mark
the launch of Empire Outlet’s food and beverage deck including MRKTPL artisanal food hall,
Bake Culture, Clinton Hall beer garden, and Wasabi Steak & Sushi. The outlets will be
transformed into a winter wonderland, with a festive socially-distant tree lighting ceremony to
kick off the season on December 3.
• Window Displays at Macy’s Herald Square & Macy’s Downtown BrooklynNovember 19 through January 1, 2021 | Manhattan & Brooklyn
Thank you, Gracias, Merci, all multilingual expressions of gratitude, will be the centerpiece of
Macy’s flagship world-famous windows, taking the form of a thank you letter to first
responders, essential workers, marchers for equality and New Yorkers who showed their grit
and hopeful spirit during a difficult year. Macy’s Downtown Brooklyn will also host a
celebratory “Thank You” to the City beginning November 27.
This year, Macy’s is also bringing Santa Claus to every home through Santaland, where
children of all ages can take an interactive online journey through the North Pole and NYC,
and take a virtual selfie with Santa himself November 27 through December 24.
• Window Displays & Saks Lights Up Fifth Avenue at Saks Fifth Avenue
November 23 through December 23 | Manhattan
Saks’ theme for the holiday season, This is How We Celebrate, shines a light on the
importance of spending time with loved ones and the different ways people and places
celebrate. The theme comes to life in their holiday window display, which brings a different
quintessential New York moment to life in each scene. The iconic holiday windows and 10-
story-tall theatrical light show will be revealed with a reimagined, one-of-a-kind event concept
titled, Saks Lights Up Fifth Avenue. In lieu of closing down Fifth Avenue for a single, large-
scale performance, Saks will host several intimate ceremonies with prominent members of
the fashion and entertainment communities, as well as NYC notables, lighting up the Saks
New York flagship each night.
• “Give Happy” Holiday Campaign at Bloomingdales
November 23 through December 31 | Manhattan
The reinvented “Give Happy” holiday campaign will come to life through an exclusive Virtual
Holiday Benefit on November 23 featuring singer and songwriter Andra Day, innovative
activations with charitable components, digital experiences, new services, and holiday
window displays.
• The 34th Annual Miracle on Madison Avenue
December 5 | Manhattan
The 34th annual Miracle on Madison Avenue will be held from 10am to 5pm, and 20% of
sales at participating stores will be donated to pediatric initiatives of The Society of Memorial
Sloan Kettering Cancer Center. Madison Avenue’s holiday decor and lights will be on display
a bit longer this year to spread extra cheer, from late November through early February.
• Shop NYC's Independent Bookstores
Ongoing | Citywide
This year, give the gift of literature and unique goods, while supporting NYC’s independent
bookstores across the City by shopping local, including Books are Magic, Greenlight
Bookstore, McNally Jackson and more.
Outdoor Igloo and Winter Rooftop Experiences
• City Winery at Rockefeller Center
Now through December 31 | Manhattan
Enjoy a glass of locally-crafted wine and a bite to eat in a warm, private winter dome at City
Winery, or in the Outdoor Wine Garden, offering views of the iconic Rockefeller CenterChristmas Tree. Reservations can be made through Resy.
• The Greens at Seaport District NYC
Now onwards | Manhattan
The City’s premier open-air rooftop venue at Pier 17 will bring seasonal charm as it converts
the Seaport’s socially distant summer dining concept, The Greens, into winterized rooftop
cabins, each including comfy seating, an air purifier, a spacious and heated floor plan, a
virtual fireplace, floor-to-ceiling views of NYC and more.
• Igloo Bar at 230 Fifth
Now through May 2021 | Manhattan
Experience a winter oasis at one of the 17 igloos offered at 230 Fifth. Igloos can
accommodate up to 10 guests and cannot be shared with other parties this year; advanced
bookings are recommended.
• The Runway Chalet at the TWA Hotel
Now onwards | Queens
This sixties-era après ski experience is now open, along with the heated infinity pool on the
roof of the TWA Hotel. The vintage electric fireplace crackles as enjoy cocktails like the
Altitude Adjustment (spiced rum and hot cider with a cinnamon stick).
• Winter Experiences at The William Vale
Early December onwards | Brooklyn
Village at Westlight comprises of festive, enclosed chalets for small parties to enjoy food and
beverage alongside the Vale Rink on the hotel’s 23rd floor rooftop, while Winter Spa
treatments are being offered on the hotel’s 4th floor terrace in partnership with Terra
Glamping tents.
• Winter Dining at The Hoxton, Williamsburg
Now Open | Brooklyn
Enjoy a selection of natural wines, classic cocktails and a rustic menu served in front of the
fireplace at Klein’s Wine Cellar, or warm up on the heated Winterly rooftop of this beautiful
boutique property. The enclosed rooftop is open from 4—10pm on weekdays and noon—
10pm on weekends.
Cultural Events
• Holiday Train Show at New York Botanical Garden
Now through January 31, 2021 | The Bronx
Marvel at model trains zipping through an enchanting display of famous NYC landmarks
such as the Statue of Liberty, Brooklyn Bridge, Rockefeller Center and other favorites, each
delightfully re-created from natural materials such as birch bark, acorns and cinnamon sticks.
Due to limited capacity and tickets this year, the Train Show can only be viewed by a
Member, Patron, Corporate Member, or Bronx Community Partner.
• UrbanSparkle at UrbanGlass
Now through January 15, 2021 | Brooklyn
UrbanGlass presents UrbanSparkle, an annual holiday exhibition which features artistsexploring the material of glass as decoration. Works selected for this installation feature five
artists using a variety of techniques, offering one-of-a-kind gifts to holiday shoppers.
• The Origami Holiday Tree at the American Museum of Natural History
November 25 through January 10, 2021 | Manhattan
An annual tradition for more than 40 years, the Origami Tree is a beloved New York City
holiday offering. This year’s tree features 1,000 colored origami cranes, representing peace
and good wishes as the City continues to be challenged by the Covid-19 pandemic.
• Christmas Tree and Hanukkah Lamp at The Met
November 27 through January 6, 2021 | Manhattan
The Met continues a longstanding holiday tradition with the presentation of its Christmas
tree, a magnificently lit, twenty-foot blue spruce that looms over a vivid eighteenth-century
Neapolitan Nativity scene, enshrined in an abundant array of lifelike figures with silk-robed
angels hovering above. Recorded Christmas music adds to the enjoyment of the holiday
display.
The Met will also have a spectacular silver Hanukkah lamp on display, generously on loan
from the Moldovan Family Collection. Both beautiful and functional, this remarkable lamp
was created in 1866 through 1872 in Lemberg (Lviv), Eastern Europe. Its rich history
connects the lamp to centuries of Hanukkah celebrations across Jewish communities
throughout the world.
• Holiday Express: Toys and Trains from the Jerni Collection at the New-York Historical
Society
November 27 through February 21, 2021 | Manhattan
A magical wonderland awaits visitors with the return of this holiday tradition. Featuring toy
trains, figurines, and miniature models from the renowned Jerni Collection, Holiday Express
transports guests to a long-gone era at the New-York Historical Society.
• “Broadway at the Drive-in” Radial Park at Halletts Point
November 27 through December 19 | Queens
Head to Astoria to experience the Christmas Show, featuring new and classic Christmas
flicks, live performances, a holiday-themed installation, games, raffles and secret Santa fun
all in a socially distant manner with views of the Manhattan skyline and East River.
• Candlelight Tours at Historic Richmond Town
Saturdays, November 28 through December 19 | Staten Island
Visitors are invited to experience intimate, small-group tours of select, decorated historic
buildings illuminated by candlelight, at this historic village and museum complex. In-costume
interpreters will demonstrate period customs from the 18th and 19th centuries, including
games, songs, and traditional treats and beverages. Prepaid reservations are required and
tickets can be purchased now.
• Sing for Hope at Hudson Yards
December 1—31 | Manhattan
One baby grand and seven upright pianos painted by artists inspired by Hudson Yards will
be displayed throughout The Shops. The pianos will be played by Broadway artists andJuilliard students. In early January, all pianos will be delivered and donated to communities,
homes and others who will benefit from the healing power of the arts.
• Winter Activities at Queens Botanical Garden
December 5—6 | Queens
Celebrate the holidays with a slate of winter activities at the garden: wreath-making
workshops, winter trees tours, beeswax candle making, and a holiday sale at the gift shop.
• Holiday Wreath Workshops and Winter Solstice Garden Walk at Wave Hill
December 5 & 6, December 20 | The Bronx
On December 5 and 6, join local florist Hanako Shimamoto in Wave Hill's grand and historic
Armor Hall for a holiday wreath workshop. Beginning with a balsam wreath base, design a
one-of-a-kind wreath accented with natural materials, accessories and fresh greens
harvested from the gardens.
On December 20, join a garden interpreter for a peaceful guided stroll on the eve of the
Winter Solstice. The leafless trees provide spectacular views of the Hudson River and cliffs
of the Palisades, to enjoy the serenity of the season and the promise of brighter days to
come.
• Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol at The Morgan Library & Museum
December 7, 2020 through January11, 2021 | Manhattan
Each holiday season, the Morgan displays Charles Dickens’ original manuscript of A
Christmas Carol in J. Pierpont Morgan's Library. The Morgan now advances the Christmas
Carol manuscript by one page each season, and this year, the manuscript is open to
Scrooge’s vituperative remarks about Christmas. Explore A Christmas Carol online and view
other related highlights from the collection, and share in the festivities with a copy of A
Christmas Carol available from the Morgan Shop.
• The Nutcracker on the Lawn at Alice Austen House Museum
December 12 | Staten Island
In partnership with Spotlight Repertory Theatre, the Alice Austen House Museum will present
a rendition of The Nutcracker, a play, on the front lawn. Limited tickets will be sold for $25 at
spotlighttkts.com.
• Chanukah Family Experience at the Jewish Children’s Museum
December 13-17 | Brooklyn
Enjoy an experiential Chanukah celebration with the family by creating various art projects –
from designing a dreidel-shaped pillow and helping to create a Chanukah mural on a
Menorah, to decorating a mouth-watering holiday donut or discovering the art of olive oil
making.
Holiday Light Displays and Light Shows
• Harlem Holiday Lights
November 16 through December 31 | Manhattan
Each holiday season, Harlem’s 125th Street is illuminated with more than 10,000 festive LED
lights across nine blocks, from Broadway to Fifth Avenue. The annual Turn On the Lightsevent will be live streamed this year, enabling all to watch the iconic thoroughfare light up
with festive light and window displays, as well as a caravan of decorated floats traveling
around Harlem to safely greet participating buildings and businesses.
• Holiday Lights at Bronx Zoo
November 20 through January 10, 2021 | The Bronx
During this festive celebration, visitors can enjoy five animal lantern safaris, as well as
holiday-themed music, ice-carving demonstrations, costumed characters, stilt walkers,
souvenirs, and seasonal treats like hot chocolate and s’mores.
• Shine Bright at Hudson Yards
November 22 through December 31 | Manhattan
NYC’s newest neighborhood will introduce new holiday decor, Shine Bright at Hudson Yards,
that will illuminate the Public Square and Gardens, The Shops at Hudson Yards, Vessel and
Edge with white lights set against evergreen trees and one-of-a-kind set pieces. By
downloading this app, guests will be transported through augmented reality to the North Pole
and Santa’s Workshop where they will be able to walk through mounds of snow, along candy
cane lanes, pose for pictures alongside animated polar bears, elves, penguins, and Rudolph,
and video chat with Santa Claus.
• Luminaries at Brookfield Place
November 27 through January 8, 2021 | Manhattan
Lower Manhattan’s Brookfield Place will feature a canopy of colorful lights emanating from
hundreds of lanterns suspended among the shopping center’s palm trees. Touchless,
motion-activated stations allow visitors to make a wish and prompt a magical display of lights
and colors.
• GLOW at New York Botanical Garden
Select Nights, November 27 through January 9, 2021 | The Bronx
The New York Botanical Garden will present a gorgeous outdoor light show, illuminating its
landmark gardens and the Haupt Conservatory on 14 select nights. As part of the
experience, visitors will also be able to enjoy artistic ice sculptures, music, roving dancers
and more outdoor fun.
• LuminoCity Festival
November 27 through January 10, 2021 | Manhattan
A spectacular light show which debuted for the first time last year on Randall’s Island,
LuminoCity will feature several acres of new light art installations and sculptures inspired by
nature, history and magic.
• Holiday Lights at Arthur Avenue
November 30 onwards | The Bronx
Come walk the Bronx’s “Little Italy” and take in the bright lights strung along Arthur Avenue,
as well as the area’s holiday windows. A neighborhood Christmas tree at Ciccarone Park will
be festively lit, beginning November 30.
• Lighting of the Largest Menorah in Brooklyn
December 10–17 | BrooklynThe annual lighting of Brooklyn’s largest Menorah at Grand Army Plaza will take place each
night of Chanukah, kicking off with a socially distanced celebration on December 10.
• Holiday Light Show Featuring Carrie Underwood’s “Hallelujah” with John Legend at
the Empire State Building
December 19–25 | Manhattan
The Empire State Building’s annual music-to-light show will kick off on December 19, with
Carrie Underwood’s new song “Hallelujah” with John Legend being synced to the iconic
building’s dazzling holiday lights. In conjunction with the release of Underwood’s new
Christmas album My Gift, at 8pm each night the song will be broadcast on iHeartRadio’s
Z100 and LiteFM, and the light show will also be streamed live via Earthcam.
Hotel Offers
• Festive on Fifth Suites at The Langham, New York, Fifth Avenue
Now through December 26 | Manhattan
The Langham’s Festive on Fifth Suites package includes individualized Christmas decor for
a personal family holiday celebration, with the hotel giving guests a gift as a souvenir of a
fabulous holiday spent on Fifth Avenue.
• Holiday Staycations at The Beekman
Now through December 31 | Manhattan
This holiday season, guests checking into The Beekman can save up to 25 percent on
rooms and 40 percent on suites, while enjoying complimentary late checkout. This beautiful
Lower Manhattan hotel is also offering festive 3-course dining menus on Thanksgiving,
Christmas Eve and Christmas Day.
• Home for the Holidays at the InterContinental New York Barclay
Now through January 15, 2021 | Manhattan
There’s no place like home in NYC for the holidays and the InterContinental New York
Barclay is offering guests a package that includes 2,000 points per stay, a 10 percent
discount at Bloomingdales, holiday shopping map, complimentary one level upgrade as well
as early check-in and late check-out.
• Holiday Cheer at Shelburne Hotel & Suites by Affinia
November 16 through December 31 | Manhattan
Enjoy a cozy stay in one of the hotel’s spacious guestrooms or suites, complete with holiday
movies, hot chocolate, and cookie decorating. Those who book directly with the hotel can
enjoy late checkout and receive free cancellations.
• Christmas Tree Sip and See and Letters to Santa at Lotte New York Palace
November 18 through December 25 | Manhattan
From November 18 on, enjoy hot beverages and admire the Lotte New York Palace’s
beloved Christmas tree in the hotel’s Madison Avenue courtyard. Staying from November 30
through Christmas Day? Make sure to fill out the postcard given to all guests and send it to
Santa via the convenient North Pole Mailbox in the hotel lobby.• New Holiday Traditions at AKA Central Park, AKA Times Square and
AKA Sutton Place
November 20 through January 3, 2021 | Manhattan
Conveniently located close to all the action, AKA’s New York City hotels are offering a
special holiday deal which includes 10 percent off when booking two or more suites of any
kind for a week or longer, special holiday amenities including gourmet hot cocoa and a bottle
of wine upon check-in, private access to a cinema (at select locations), a sweet treat upon
departure, and more.
• The Penthouse Holiday Spectacular at The Mark Hotel
December 1 onwards | Manhattan
Luxurious holiday offerings for guests of The Mark Hotel include a private skating rink on the
hotel penthouse’s terrace, a private performance of The Nutcracker ballet, after-hours private
shopping at Bergdorf Goodman, in-suite spa experiences, personal fitness classes, airport
transfers by helicopter, and more.
• Hotline to the North Pole at Conrad New York Downtown
December 24 | Manhattan
Conrad New York Downtown will have a “Hotline to the North Pole” for the first time this year,
offering current and past guests, as well as the children’s ward at a large NYC hospital, the
opportunity to video conference with Santa Claus on December 24 from 4-6pm. Guests
utilizing the Hotline to the North Pole while at the hotel will receive complimentary milk and
cookies to enjoy while talking to Santa.
• Home for the Holidays at Crosby Street Hotel and The Whitby Hotel
December 24–26 | Manhattan
Guests checking into Crosby Street Hotel and The Whitby Hotel can experience festively
decorated suites complete with their own Christmas tree, and enjoy private dining on
Christmas Day followed by a holiday film screening in the hotel’s cinema.
• Fireplace Package at Royalton New York
Ongoing | Manhattan
For colder days during the winter season, enjoy a cozy stay at the only hotel in New York
City with wood-burning fireplaces in select guestrooms.
• Shopping Package at SIXTY SoHo
Ongoing | Manhattan
Guests can take advantage of this promotion to receive a welcome bag with gifts from
neighborhood stores and access to discounts at neighborhood retailers, for all your holiday
gifting needs.
Sightseeing Tours
• Tour Your Own City by the Guides Association of New York City
Ongoing | Citywide
This online resource spotlights tours in all five boroughs, making it easier than ever for
residents and regional visitors to safely enjoy all that the City has to offer, led by
professional, licensed tour guides.• Holiday Lights & Movie Sites Tour by On Location Tours
November 25 through December 31 | Manhattan
Experience scenes from iconic movies filmed in NYC as well as famous holiday displays on
this 2.5-hour bus tour around Manhattan.
• Festive Holiday Cruises by Classic Harbor Line
November 21 through December 31 | Manhattan
Guests can enjoy festive 90-minute sightseeing cruises on 1920s-style yachts this holiday
season, complete with hot chocolate, holiday decor and unobstructed views of New York
City’s iconic skyline, and new health and safety protocols in place.
• Private Holiday Shopping Tour by Inside Out Tours
Thursdays through Saturdays in December | Manhattan
Enjoy a private holiday shopping experience, featuring some of the top holiday markets and
retail around the city. Additionally, Inside Out is offering a Holiday Dessert Virtual Cooking
Class that will showcase NYC through the lens of food and multiculturalism by having
participants create and taste foods including: Mini sweet potato pies, mulled apple cider, and
double fudge holiday cupcakes.
Give the Gift of New York City
• Shop NYC
Those who can’t go in person, can always shop some of their favorite retailers, hotels and
cultural institutions online, with gift cards, e-commerce and other offerings. Discover
distinctive apparel and accessories; signature hotel items like linens, robes and spa
products; food and gift baskets; souvenirs, books, music, games and more. NYC &
Company’s Shop NYC resource has something for every person on your shopping list.
• Museum Gift Shops, Cultural Memberships and Subscriptions
Consider gifting a cultural membership/subscription or purchasing your holiday gifts from one
of New York City’s many world-class museums’ online gift shops, to support these beloved
institutions while planning ahead for a future visit.
• Junior’s Cheesecake
One of the most iconic desserts in New York City, a cheesecake from Junior’s makes a great
holiday gift. You can send that lucky person on your shopping list a holiday themed
cheesecake like their Holiday Little Fellas Sampler or their Strawberry Swirl Designer
Christmas Cheesecake. There is surely something for everyone.
• Levain Bakery
Grab a gift card, merchandise or a gift box of Levain Bakery’s enormous and delicious
cookies. Signature cookie assortments allow your friends and family to sample all four of the
beloved NYC brand’s original cookie flavors.
• Li-Lac ChocolatesManhattan’s oldest chocolate house, Li-Lac ships all over the world. Check out their holiday
themed molds and goodies, as well as their NYC gifts like a chocolate Statue of Liberty,
Empire State Building, taxi or “Big Apple.”
• Russ & Daughters
A New York City staple for more than 100 years, Russ & Daughters offers some of the most
delicious bagels, lox, appetizers and baked goods. Ship that homesick friend a holiday
brunch basket with bagels, babka, lox and more.
• Zabar’s
Send a luscious gift basket filled with meats, smoked fish and pastries from Zabar’s, which
has been a favorite New York City destination for more than 80 years.
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