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A Very Merry New York Family Holiday Guide

Rockefeller center christmas tree

Holidays

The Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree lights with over 50,000 LEDs in star-studded snowy event

Posted on December 6, 2024

Young girl visiting Santa, whispering into Santas ear

Minority-owned developer to host Breakfast with Santa event with giveaways and prizes for NYCHA residents

Posted on December 6, 2024

Parade showcases La Fuerza Latina

Business

The Macy’s parade brought ‘La Fuerza’ Latina to the stage

Posted on December 3, 2024

Rockettes at Christmas Spectacular holiday show

Broadway

10 holiday shows in NYC not to miss this season

Posted on December 1, 2024

Medium wide shot of family putting freshly cut Christmas tree on roof of car on winter afternoon

Holidays

Where to cut your own Christmas tree near New York City

Posted on November 30, 2024

A young boy sits on Santa Claus' lap by a decorated Christmas tree in his living room. Santa has a real beard and the child looks at him with wonder, awe, and a hint of excitement.

Holidays

Here’s where you can take a photo with Santa Claus in and around NYC

Posted on November 29, 2024

Goku stars in the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade.

SEE IT: Spectators brave the rain to watch 98th annual Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade

Posted on November 28, 2024

The Blizz at 57th Street is at Nordstrom NYC.

Holidays

Nordstrom’s NYC flagship brings interactive winter wonderland to store

Posted on November 28, 2024

General view of holiday celebrations at Macy's Herald Square on November 21, 2024 in New York City.

Holidays

Macy’s Santaland is back for the holidays

Posted on November 28, 2024

Shot of happy multi-generation family gathering for Thanksgiving meal at dining table. Cheerful family having dinner or lunch with roast turkey.

Holidays

Making the holiday your own this year: Tips for how to throw your own Friendsgiving dinner all season long

Posted on November 27, 2024

At food drive, poor female wheelchair user receives free food and provisions. Multiethnic volunteers in blue t-shirt distributing fresh fruits and hot meals to less privileged. Close-up, tripod.

How hungry New Yorkers can stay fed during the holiday season and beyond

Posted on November 27, 2024

Bluey stars in the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade.

Holidays

Here’s what you need to know about the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade this year

Posted on November 27, 2024

Rockefeller Center tree lighting

Rockefeller Center tree lighting: Everything you need to know about the grand holiday celebration

Posted on November 27, 2024

A far shot showing Saks window display lit up at night.

Holidays

This holiday season’s Saks window display celebrates a century with style

Posted on November 26, 2024

Red Hook teen leading "the nutcracker"

Brooklyn Paper

Red Hook teen ballerina to lead ‘The Nutcracker’ at Lincoln Center

Union Square Holiday Market as seen from above

Holidays

A holiday feast at Union Square: Savor the season with a market meal

Posted on November 26, 2024

The New York Botanical Garden Holiday Train Show is back in action.

Holidays

A magical world of trains and nature awaits at NYBG

Posted on November 26, 2024

The National Thanksgiving Turkeys Blossom and Peach roam the South Lawn ahead of their pardoning by U.S. President Joe Biden during the annual ceremony on the South Lawn at the White House in Washington, U.S., November 25, 2024.

Holidays

Biden pardons turkeys Peach and Blossom during final Thanksgiving event

Posted on November 26, 2024

Members of the FDNY hand out turkeys in Manhattan.

Holidays

NYPD, FDNY assists 77WABC Radio in handing out 10,000 turkeys for those in need

Posted on November 25, 2024

Fifth Avenue Snowflake lit up for the holidays

Fifth Avenue rings in the holiday season with lighting of iconic snowflake

Posted on November 25, 2024

Met Council and pols with Thanksgiving food items donated to needy

Giving back: Met Council, pols pack Thanksgiving meals for those in need in Kips Bay

Posted on November 24, 2024

The Christmas Tree overlooking The Rink at Bank of America Winter Village at Bryant Park NYC.

A jolly good time! Bank of America Winter Village at Bryant Park and holiday market set to dazzle guests once again for 2024 festive season

Posted on November 23, 2024

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Brooklyn Paper

Serving up hope: Local leaders and orgs give back with turkey giveaways ahead of Thanksgiving

Raising Cane’s holiday window display

New York Family

8 Magical Holiday Window Displays in NYC

The 2024 Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree, a 74-foot tall, 11-ton Norway Spruce from West Stockbridge, MA, stands before it is decorated in front of 30 Rockefeller Plaza, Saturday, Nov. 09, 2024, in New York. The Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony will take place on Wednesday, Dec. 4.

Holidays

Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree arrives from Massachusetts for the first time in over six decades

Posted on November 12, 2024

Holiday Markets in NYC

New York Family

16 Festive Holiday Markets in NYC

Fifth Avenue is gearing up for the holidays.

Holidays

It’s curtains: World-famous NYC holiday show at Saks Fifth Avenue canceled for 2024

Posted on November 11, 2024

The 105th Veterans Day Parade on Nov. 11 honored service members from all branches.

SEE IT: Thousands come to honor those who served at NYC Veterans Day Parade

Posted on November 11, 2024

NYPD escortes Rockefeller Center Christmas tree

Midtown Manhattan

How the NYPD helped deliver the Rockefeller Center Christmas tree and usher in the holidays in NYC

Posted on November 9, 2024

a man in costume at the Village halloween parade

Holidays

SEE IT: New York City gets spooky at 51st Annual Village Halloween Parade

Posted on November 1, 2024

Mariah carey in a photo op at Mariah Carey's Black Irish Holiday Bar

Holidays

Celebrate the holidays with photo ops and cocktails at Mariah Carey’s Black Irish Holiday Bar

Posted on November 1, 2024

The Best Christmas Pageant Ever Judy Greer movie

Metro Philadelphia

‘The Best Christmas Pageant Ever’ — Judy Greer on restoring nostalgic holiday movies

The NYC Village Halloween Parade celebrated its 50th anniversary in 2023.

Arts & Entertainment

Details for the 2024 Village Halloween Parade are out! Here’s what you need to know

Posted on October 30, 2024

The 2024 Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree.

Holidays

Rockefeller Center kicks off holiday season early with selection of this year’s Christmas tree

Posted on October 28, 2024

3 little girls

Holidays

NYC to host record 147 car-free Trick-or-Streets locations this Halloween for safer celebrations across all five boroughs

Posted on October 25, 2024

Bank of America Winter Village at Bryant Park in winter 2023.

Bank of America Winter Village at Bryant Park officially open ahead of the holiday season

Posted on October 25, 2024

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New York Family

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QNS

Immersive winter lights festival debuts at Citi Field this holiday season: tickets now on sale

Italian-Americans proudly celebrated their heritage at the 2024 Columbus Day Parade. Photo by Gabriele Holtermann

Midtown Manhattan

SEE IT: Italian-Americans celebrate their heritage at the 80th Columbus Day Parade

Posted on October 14, 2024

Several buff and checked gift boxes with red bow in pile on red background, side view. Holiday

Shopping

Etsy to host in-person holiday gift shopping pop-up in the West Village this month

Posted on October 11, 2024

a dog at Barktoberfest in costume

Holidays

Barktoberfest dog costume contest to return for Halloween celebration at Pier 57

Posted on October 4, 2024

haunted houses

New York Family

The Ultimate Guide to Haunted Houses in New York

Two men monitoring ledes

Holidays

NYPD beefs up security for Jewish high holy days, one-year anniversary of Oct. 7 terrorist attacks on Israel

Posted on October 2, 2024

November 11, 2018: Dress rehearsal for the upcoming Radio City Christmas Spectacular at Radio City Music Hall in New York City.

Holidays

‘Christmas Spectacular Starring the Radio City Rockettes’ tickets go on sale early ahead of the holiday season

Posted on September 18, 2024

the promo photo for Jimmy Fallon's Tonightmares

Holidays

Ticket waitlist now open for ‘Jimmy Fallon’s Tonightmares’ at Rockefeller Center

Posted on August 16, 2024

an illustration of anthropomorphic ice cream sundae and ice cream cone ready to battle

National Ice Cream Day | This is New York City’s favorite ice cream and vessel for consumption

Posted on July 19, 2024

A lychee and taro flavored ice cream cone during winter time in Chinatown Manhattan.

National Ice Cream Day | A.I. and local ice cream maker envision signature NYC borough flavors

Posted on July 19, 2024

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Sonrisa rum tasting draws Fat Joe fans to Throggs Neck

iFly representatives and members of the LIC business community host a ribbon-cutting ceremony at the company's new LIC facility. Photo: Ramy Mahmoud.

iFly Indoor Skydiving hosts ribbon-cutting celebration ahead of LIC grand opening

red hook pool closed sign

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Congressmember Mike Lawler of New York speaks in Washington on July 17 during a press conference to support the LGBTQ hotline.

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