Don’t just sit at home! There are plenty of great things to do around New York City this weekend.
Here’s a look at some of the best events happening around town between Dec. 13-15.
Friday, Dec. 13: Brooklyn is lit up!
Lightscape: Lightscape is a one-of-a-kind winter light show that takes advantage of the natural beauty of Brooklyn Botanic Garden’s landscapes, trees, water features, architectural details, and paths to create a magical, otherworldly experience in the winter Garden. Brooklyn Botanic Garden, 1000 Washington Ave., Brooklyn. Multiple times. $24-$45 for adults; $12-$23 for children.
Island of Warmth at Manhattan West: Throughout the holiday season, Manhattan West invites visitors to gather around Island of Warmth by ATOMIC3, an electrifying urban bonfire. Manhattan West Plaza, 385 Ninth Ave., Manhattan. All day. Free.
Saturday, Dec. 14: Take a Santa selfie!
Selfies with Santa: Everyone’s invited to Holiday Under the Palms at Brookfield Place to get a selfie with Santa! While you wait, explore Brookfield Place for perfect holiday gifts and take a photo in front of the sun-soaked wonderland featuring a massive sandcastle! Brookfield Place, 230 Vesey St., Manhattan. 10 a.m. – 7 p.m. Free.
Christmas Spectacular Starring The Radio City Rockettes: Embrace the festive spirit and experience the heartwarming joy of the season at the Christmas Spectacular Starring the Radio City Rockettes. It’s time to make cherished memories at New York City’s favorite holiday tradition! Radio City Music Hall, 1260 Avenue of the Americas, Manhattan. Multiple times. Tickets start at $76.
Sunday, Dec. 14: Magic flutes!
The Magic Flute—Holiday Presentation: A beloved New York holiday tradition, Mozart’s enchanting musical fairy tale returns in the Met’s abridged, English-language production by Julie Taymor—the Tony Award–winning director of Broadway’s The Lion King. The Metropolitan Opera House, 30 Lincoln Center Plaza, Manhattan. Multiple times. Tickets start at $35.
‘Twas the Night B4 5K & FREE Kiddie Dash: ‘Twas the night before Christmas, when all through the course, not a creature was stirring, not even a horse; Come down to Queens and run with care, in hopes that some great fun, swag and treats from Waterloo Sparkling Water would be there. Flushing Meadows Corona Park, Queens. 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. $44.15.
Find more amazing Things to Do in New York City (or list your own event) at events.amNY.com. For dozens more events around our area, check our sister sites… QNS.com, BrooklynPaper.com, BxTimes.com and LongIslandPress.com.
