What to do in New York in December 2026
Highlight of the month
Christmas in New York
Christmas is one of the most magical times of the year. New York is transformed into a winter wonderland, full of festive lights and decorations. Find out what there is to do and see in the city.
Eric’s Tips
New York in December and Christmas is in the air! Go and see the Rockettes and their impressive high kicks at the Radio City Christmas Spectacular. Admire the thousands of Christmas lights on the decorated houses in Brooklyn and celebrate the holidays on a festive dinner cruise or at a party. View all events per day below.
Monthly events in New York in December 2026
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Visit one of the many wonderful Broadway musicals in New York.
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Christmas trees, window displays & festive activities. Find out what to do and see.
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Combine sightseeing in New York with a lovely night out and take a dinner cruise.
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Put on your skates and discover the best ice skating rinks in New York City.
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New York Giants American Football
Want to visit an American football game? Now it's your chance to see NY Giants play.
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Basketball is one of the sports in New York! Why not visit a New York Knicks game.
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See the NY Rangers play in Madison Square Garden. Great atmosphere, tasty hotdogs!
1 Dec
Tuesday
Christmas Spirit Cruise
Entre no espírito natalino a bordo deste passeio de barco de 1h30 de duração, enquanto se aquece com um chocolate quente.
1 Dec
Tuesday
Private Walking Tour
Take a private walking tour with an excellent New York guide. This is a great way to see a lot within a relatively short time, all tailored to your wishes!
1 Dec
Tuesday
Radio City Christmas Spectacular
Christmas Spectacular is a magical Christmas show for the whole family, starring the Rockettes.
Start times: 11:00, 14:00, 17:00, 20:00
Radio City Music Hall | Radio City Christmas Spectacular
Start times: 11:00, 14:00, 17:00, 20:00
Radio City Music Hall | Radio City Christmas Spectacular
2 Dec
Wednesday
Christmas Spirit Cruise
Entre no espírito natalino a bordo deste passeio de barco de 1h30 de duração, enquanto se aquece com um chocolate quente.
2 Dec
Wednesday
Radio City Christmas Spectacular
Christmas Spectacular is a magical Christmas show for the whole family, starring the Rockettes.
Start times: 11:00, 14:00
Radio City Music Hall | Radio City Christmas Spectacular
Start times: 11:00, 14:00
Radio City Music Hall | Radio City Christmas Spectacular
2 Dec
Wednesday
Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree-Lighting Ceremony
The annual Christmas Tree Lighting ceremony outside of Rockefeller Center marks the start of the Christmas season in NYC. Wrapped in tens of thousands of lights and crowned with a Swarovski star, this gigantic spruce is quite a sight!
3 Dec
Thursday
Annual Holiday Lighting in Central Park
Watch the lighting of Christmas trees on the Harlem Meer, an ice-carving show, carolling, and more holiday fun in Central Park. Free.
3 Dec
Thursday
Christmas Spirit Cruise
Entre no espírito natalino a bordo deste passeio de barco de 1h30 de duração, enquanto se aquece com um chocolate quente.
3 Dec
Thursday
Radio City Christmas Spectacular
Christmas Spectacular is a magical Christmas show for the whole family, starring the Rockettes.
Start times: 11:00, 14:00, 17:00, 20:00
Radio City Music Hall | Radio City Christmas Spectacular
Start times: 11:00, 14:00, 17:00, 20:00
Radio City Music Hall | Radio City Christmas Spectacular
4 Dec
Friday
Christmas Spirit Cruise
Entre no espírito natalino a bordo deste passeio de barco de 1h30 de duração, enquanto se aquece com um chocolate quente.
4 Dec
Friday
Radio City Christmas Spectacular
Christmas Spectacular is a magical Christmas show for the whole family, starring the Rockettes.
Start times: 10:00, 13:00, 16:00, 19:00, 22:00
Radio City Music Hall | Radio City Christmas Spectacular
Start times: 10:00, 13:00, 16:00, 19:00, 22:00
Radio City Music Hall | Radio City Christmas Spectacular
5 Dec
Saturday
Christmas Spirit Cruise
Entre no espírito natalino a bordo deste passeio de barco de 1h30 de duração, enquanto se aquece com um chocolate quente.
5 Dec
Saturday
Radio City Christmas Spectacular
Christmas Spectacular is a magical Christmas show for the whole family, starring the Rockettes.
Start times: 10:00, 13:00, 16:00, 19:00, 22:00
Radio City Music Hall | Radio City Christmas Spectacular
Start times: 10:00, 13:00, 16:00, 19:00, 22:00
Radio City Music Hall | Radio City Christmas Spectacular
5 Dec
6 Dec
Sunday
Christmas Spirit Cruise
Entre no espírito natalino a bordo deste passeio de barco de 1h30 de duração, enquanto se aquece com um chocolate quente.
6 Dec
Sunday
Gospel on Sundays
Experience authentic gospel music in one of the churches of Harlem. This tour is available on Wednesdays too.
6 Dec
Sunday
Radio City Christmas Spectacular
Christmas Spectacular is a magical Christmas show for the whole family, starring the Rockettes.
Start times: 10:00, 13:00, 16:00, 19:00, 22:00
Radio City Music Hall | Radio City Christmas Spectacular
Start times: 10:00, 13:00, 16:00, 19:00, 22:00
Radio City Music Hall | Radio City Christmas Spectacular
6 Dec
Sunday
St. Nicholas Day
Day of generosity and the original Santa Claus! Get yourself into the Christmas spirit with the Dyker Heights Tour.
7 Dec
Monday
Christmas Spirit Cruise
Entre no espírito natalino a bordo deste passeio de barco de 1h30 de duração, enquanto se aquece com um chocolate quente.
7 Dec
Monday
Radio City Christmas Spectacular
Christmas Spectacular is a magical Christmas show for the whole family, starring the Rockettes.
Start times: 10:00, 13:00, 16:00, 19:00, 22:00
Radio City Music Hall | Radio City Christmas Spectacular
Start times: 10:00, 13:00, 16:00, 19:00, 22:00
Radio City Music Hall | Radio City Christmas Spectacular
7 Dec
Monday
Shopping at Woodbury Common Premium Outlets
Shop 'til you drop and get the biggest discounts at Woodbury Common Outlets!
8 Dec
Tuesday
Anniversary of Lennon's Death
Today is the anniversary of the death of John Lennon. Visit the Strawberry Fields in Central Park in his memory.
8 Dec
Tuesday
Christmas Spirit Cruise
Entre no espírito natalino a bordo deste passeio de barco de 1h30 de duração, enquanto se aquece com um chocolate quente.
8 Dec
Tuesday
Private Walking Tour
Take a private walking tour with an excellent New York guide. This is a great way to see a lot within a relatively short time, all tailored to your wishes!
8 Dec
Tuesday
Radio City Christmas Spectacular
Christmas Spectacular is a magical Christmas show for the whole family, starring the Rockettes.
Start times: 11:00, 14:00, 17:00, 20:00
Radio City Music Hall | Radio City Christmas Spectacular
Start times: 11:00, 14:00, 17:00, 20:00
Radio City Music Hall | Radio City Christmas Spectacular
9 Dec
Wednesday
Christmas Spirit Cruise
Entre no espírito natalino a bordo deste passeio de barco de 1h30 de duração, enquanto se aquece com um chocolate quente.
9 Dec
Wednesday
Radio City Christmas Spectacular
Christmas Spectacular is a magical Christmas show for the whole family, starring the Rockettes.
Start times: 11:00, 14:00, 17:00, 20:00
Radio City Music Hall | Radio City Christmas Spectacular
Start times: 11:00, 14:00, 17:00, 20:00
Radio City Music Hall | Radio City Christmas Spectacular
10 Dec
Thursday
Christmas Spirit Cruise
Entre no espírito natalino a bordo deste passeio de barco de 1h30 de duração, enquanto se aquece com um chocolate quente.
10 Dec
Thursday
Radio City Christmas Spectacular
Christmas Spectacular is a magical Christmas show for the whole family, starring the Rockettes.
Start times: 11:00, 14:00, 17:00, 20:00
Radio City Music Hall | Radio City Christmas Spectacular
Start times: 11:00, 14:00, 17:00, 20:00
Radio City Music Hall | Radio City Christmas Spectacular
11 Dec
Friday
Christmas Spirit Cruise
Entre no espírito natalino a bordo deste passeio de barco de 1h30 de duração, enquanto se aquece com um chocolate quente.
11 Dec
Friday
Radio City Christmas Spectacular
Christmas Spectacular is a magical Christmas show for the whole family, starring the Rockettes.
Start times: 10:00, 13:00, 16:00, 19:00, 22:00
Radio City Music Hall | Radio City Christmas Spectacular
Start times: 10:00, 13:00, 16:00, 19:00, 22:00
Radio City Music Hall | Radio City Christmas Spectacular
11 Dec
Friday
Metropolitan Opera: The Magic Flute - Holiday Presentation
Start time: 19:00 | Opera | Starting at £82.00
12 Dec
Saturday
Christmas Spirit Cruise
Entre no espírito natalino a bordo deste passeio de barco de 1h30 de duração, enquanto se aquece com um chocolate quente.
12 Dec
Saturday
Radio City Christmas Spectacular
Christmas Spectacular is a magical Christmas show for the whole family, starring the Rockettes.
Start times: 10:00, 13:00, 16:00, 19:00, 22:00
Radio City Music Hall | Radio City Christmas Spectacular
Start times: 10:00, 13:00, 16:00, 19:00, 22:00
Radio City Music Hall | Radio City Christmas Spectacular
12 Dec
Saturday
Army Black Knights vs. Navy Midshipmen Football
Start time: TBA | American Football | Starting at $411.00
13 Dec
Sunday
Christmas Spirit Cruise
Entre no espírito natalino a bordo deste passeio de barco de 1h30 de duração, enquanto se aquece com um chocolate quente.
13 Dec
Sunday
Gospel on Sundays
Experience authentic gospel music in one of the churches of Harlem. This tour is available on Wednesdays too.
13 Dec
Sunday
Radio City Christmas Spectacular
Christmas Spectacular is a magical Christmas show for the whole family, starring the Rockettes.
Start times: 10:00, 13:00, 16:00, 19:00, 22:00
Radio City Music Hall | Radio City Christmas Spectacular
Start times: 10:00, 13:00, 16:00, 19:00, 22:00
Radio City Music Hall | Radio City Christmas Spectacular
13 Dec
Sunday
Metropolitan Opera: The Magic Flute - Holiday Presentation
Start time: 14:00 | Opera | Starting at £82.00
14 Dec
Monday
Christmas Spirit Cruise
Entre no espírito natalino a bordo deste passeio de barco de 1h30 de duração, enquanto se aquece com um chocolate quente.
14 Dec
Monday
Radio City Christmas Spectacular
Christmas Spectacular is a magical Christmas show for the whole family, starring the Rockettes.
Start times: 10:00, 13:00, 16:00, 19:00, 22:00
Radio City Music Hall | Radio City Christmas Spectacular
Start times: 10:00, 13:00, 16:00, 19:00, 22:00
Radio City Music Hall | Radio City Christmas Spectacular
14 Dec
Monday
Shopping at Woodbury Common Premium Outlets
Shop 'til you drop and get the biggest discounts at Woodbury Common Outlets!
15 Dec
Tuesday
Christmas Spirit Cruise
Entre no espírito natalino a bordo deste passeio de barco de 1h30 de duração, enquanto se aquece com um chocolate quente.
15 Dec
Tuesday
National Cupcake Day
Who can resist a cupcake? Try these local New York bakeries and find out your favourite cupcake flavour.
15 Dec
Tuesday
Private Walking Tour
Take a private walking tour with an excellent New York guide. This is a great way to see a lot within a relatively short time, all tailored to your wishes!
15 Dec
Tuesday
Radio City Christmas Spectacular
Christmas Spectacular is a magical Christmas show for the whole family, starring the Rockettes.
Start times: 11:00, 14:00, 17:00, 20:00
Radio City Music Hall | Radio City Christmas Spectacular
Start times: 11:00, 14:00, 17:00, 20:00
Radio City Music Hall | Radio City Christmas Spectacular
16 Dec
Wednesday
Christmas Spirit Cruise
Entre no espírito natalino a bordo deste passeio de barco de 1h30 de duração, enquanto se aquece com um chocolate quente.
16 Dec
Wednesday
Radio City Christmas Spectacular
Christmas Spectacular is a magical Christmas show for the whole family, starring the Rockettes.
Start times: 11:00, 14:00, 17:00, 20:00
Radio City Music Hall | Radio City Christmas Spectacular
Start times: 11:00, 14:00, 17:00, 20:00
Radio City Music Hall | Radio City Christmas Spectacular
16 Dec
17 Dec
Thursday
Christmas Spirit Cruise
Entre no espírito natalino a bordo deste passeio de barco de 1h30 de duração, enquanto se aquece com um chocolate quente.
17 Dec
Thursday
Radio City Christmas Spectacular
Christmas Spectacular is a magical Christmas show for the whole family, starring the Rockettes.
Start times: 11:00, 14:00, 17:00, 20:00
Radio City Music Hall | Radio City Christmas Spectacular
Start times: 11:00, 14:00, 17:00, 20:00
Radio City Music Hall | Radio City Christmas Spectacular
17 Dec
Thursday
Metropolitan Opera: The Magic Flute - Holiday Presentation
Start time: 19:00 | Opera | Starting at £69.00
17 Dec
18 Dec
Friday
Christmas Spirit Cruise
Entre no espírito natalino a bordo deste passeio de barco de 1h30 de duração, enquanto se aquece com um chocolate quente.
18 Dec
Friday
Radio City Christmas Spectacular
Christmas Spectacular is a magical Christmas show for the whole family, starring the Rockettes.
Start times: 10:00, 13:00, 16:00, 19:00, 22:00
Radio City Music Hall | Radio City Christmas Spectacular
Start times: 10:00, 13:00, 16:00, 19:00, 22:00
Radio City Music Hall | Radio City Christmas Spectacular
18 Dec
19 Dec
Saturday
Christmas Spirit Cruise
Entre no espírito natalino a bordo deste passeio de barco de 1h30 de duração, enquanto se aquece com um chocolate quente.
19 Dec
Saturday
Radio City Christmas Spectacular
Christmas Spectacular is a magical Christmas show for the whole family, starring the Rockettes.
Start times: 10:00, 13:00, 16:00, 19:00, 22:00
Radio City Music Hall | Radio City Christmas Spectacular
Start times: 10:00, 13:00, 16:00, 19:00, 22:00
Radio City Music Hall | Radio City Christmas Spectacular
19 Dec
Saturday
Metropolitan Opera: The Magic Flute - Holiday Presentation
Start time: 13:00 | Opera | Starting at £70.00
19 Dec
20 Dec
Sunday
Christmas Spirit Cruise
Entre no espírito natalino a bordo deste passeio de barco de 1h30 de duração, enquanto se aquece com um chocolate quente.
20 Dec
Sunday
Gospel on Sundays
Experience authentic gospel music in one of the churches of Harlem. This tour is available on Wednesdays too.
20 Dec
Sunday
Radio City Christmas Spectacular
Christmas Spectacular is a magical Christmas show for the whole family, starring the Rockettes.
Start times: 10:00, 13:00, 16:00, 19:00, 22:00
Radio City Music Hall | Radio City Christmas Spectacular
Start times: 10:00, 13:00, 16:00, 19:00, 22:00
Radio City Music Hall | Radio City Christmas Spectacular
20 Dec
Sunday
Metropolitan Opera: The Magic Flute - Holiday Presentation
Start time: 14:00 | Opera | Starting at £69.00
21 Dec
Monday
Christmas Spirit Cruise
Entre no espírito natalino a bordo deste passeio de barco de 1h30 de duração, enquanto se aquece com um chocolate quente.
21 Dec
Monday
Radio City Christmas Spectacular
Christmas Spectacular is a magical Christmas show for the whole family, starring the Rockettes.
Start times: 10:00, 13:00, 16:00, 19:00, 22:00
Radio City Music Hall | Radio City Christmas Spectacular
Start times: 10:00, 13:00, 16:00, 19:00, 22:00
Radio City Music Hall | Radio City Christmas Spectacular
21 Dec
Monday
Shopping at Woodbury Common Premium Outlets
Shop 'til you drop and get the biggest discounts at Woodbury Common Outlets!
22 Dec
Tuesday
Christmas Spirit Cruise
Entre no espírito natalino a bordo deste passeio de barco de 1h30 de duração, enquanto se aquece com um chocolate quente.
22 Dec
Tuesday
Private Walking Tour
Take a private walking tour with an excellent New York guide. This is a great way to see a lot within a relatively short time, all tailored to your wishes!
22 Dec
Tuesday
Radio City Christmas Spectacular
Christmas Spectacular is a magical Christmas show for the whole family, starring the Rockettes.
Start times: 11:00, 14:00, 17:00, 20:00
Radio City Music Hall | Radio City Christmas Spectacular
Start times: 11:00, 14:00, 17:00, 20:00
Radio City Music Hall | Radio City Christmas Spectacular
23 Dec
Wednesday
Christmas Spirit Cruise
Entre no espírito natalino a bordo deste passeio de barco de 1h30 de duração, enquanto se aquece com um chocolate quente.
23 Dec
Wednesday
Radio City Christmas Spectacular
Christmas Spectacular is a magical Christmas show for the whole family, starring the Rockettes.
Start times: 11:00, 14:00, 17:00, 20:00
Radio City Music Hall | Radio City Christmas Spectacular
Start times: 11:00, 14:00, 17:00, 20:00
Radio City Music Hall | Radio City Christmas Spectacular
24 Dec
Thursday
Christmas Eve
New Yorkers spend the night with their family. My advice: go out for dinner on Christmas Eve.
24 Dec
Thursday
Christmas Eve Dinner Cruise
Why not spend the Christmas Eve cruising the waters of New York. You'll have great views of Manhattan's skyline, access to the open bar and delicious food!
24 Dec
Thursday
Christmas Spirit Cruise
Entre no espírito natalino a bordo deste passeio de barco de 1h30 de duração, enquanto se aquece com um chocolate quente.
24 Dec
Thursday
Radio City Christmas Spectacular
Christmas Spectacular is a magical Christmas show for the whole family, starring the Rockettes.
Start times: 11:00, 14:00, 17:00, 20:00
Radio City Music Hall | Radio City Christmas Spectacular
Start times: 11:00, 14:00, 17:00, 20:00
Radio City Music Hall | Radio City Christmas Spectacular
24 Dec
Thursday
Metropolitan Opera: The Magic Flute - Holiday Presentation
Start time: 12:00 | Opera | Starting at £69.00
25 Dec
25 Dec
Friday
Radio City Christmas Spectacular
Christmas Spectacular is a magical Christmas show for the whole family, starring the Rockettes.
Start times: 10:00, 13:00, 16:00, 19:00, 22:00
Radio City Music Hall | Radio City Christmas Spectacular
Start times: 10:00, 13:00, 16:00, 19:00, 22:00
Radio City Music Hall | Radio City Christmas Spectacular
26 Dec
26 Dec
Saturday
Christmas Spirit Cruise
Entre no espírito natalino a bordo deste passeio de barco de 1h30 de duração, enquanto se aquece com um chocolate quente.
26 Dec
Saturday
Radio City Christmas Spectacular
Christmas Spectacular is a magical Christmas show for the whole family, starring the Rockettes.
Start times: 10:00, 13:00, 16:00, 19:00, 22:00
Radio City Music Hall | Radio City Christmas Spectacular
Start times: 10:00, 13:00, 16:00, 19:00, 22:00
Radio City Music Hall | Radio City Christmas Spectacular
26 Dec
Saturday
Metropolitan Opera: The Magic Flute - Holiday Presentation
Start time: 12:00 | Opera | Starting at £82.00
26 Dec
Saturday
Metropolitan Opera: The Magic Flute - Holiday Presentation
Start time: 18:00 | Opera | Starting at £69.00
27 Dec
Sunday
Christmas Spirit Cruise
Entre no espírito natalino a bordo deste passeio de barco de 1h30 de duração, enquanto se aquece com um chocolate quente.
27 Dec
Sunday
Gospel on Sundays
Experience authentic gospel music in one of the churches of Harlem. This tour is available on Wednesdays too.
27 Dec
Sunday
Radio City Christmas Spectacular
Christmas Spectacular is a magical Christmas show for the whole family, starring the Rockettes.
Start times: 10:00, 13:00, 16:00, 19:00, 22:00
Radio City Music Hall | Radio City Christmas Spectacular
Start times: 10:00, 13:00, 16:00, 19:00, 22:00
Radio City Music Hall | Radio City Christmas Spectacular
28 Dec
Monday
Christmas Spirit Cruise
Entre no espírito natalino a bordo deste passeio de barco de 1h30 de duração, enquanto se aquece com um chocolate quente.
28 Dec
Monday
Radio City Christmas Spectacular
Christmas Spectacular is a magical Christmas show for the whole family, starring the Rockettes.
Start times: 10:00, 13:00, 16:00, 19:00, 22:00
Radio City Music Hall | Radio City Christmas Spectacular
Start times: 10:00, 13:00, 16:00, 19:00, 22:00
Radio City Music Hall | Radio City Christmas Spectacular
28 Dec
Monday
Shopping at Woodbury Common Premium Outlets
Shop 'til you drop and get the biggest discounts at Woodbury Common Outlets!
28 Dec
Monday
Metropolitan Opera: The Magic Flute - Holiday Presentation
Start time: 11:00 | Opera | Starting at £82.00
29 Dec
Tuesday
Christmas Spirit Cruise
Entre no espírito natalino a bordo deste passeio de barco de 1h30 de duração, enquanto se aquece com um chocolate quente.
29 Dec
Tuesday
Private Walking Tour
Take a private walking tour with an excellent New York guide. This is a great way to see a lot within a relatively short time, all tailored to your wishes!
29 Dec
Tuesday
Radio City Christmas Spectacular
Christmas Spectacular is a magical Christmas show for the whole family, starring the Rockettes.
Start times: 11:00, 14:00, 17:00, 20:00
Radio City Music Hall | Radio City Christmas Spectacular
Start times: 11:00, 14:00, 17:00, 20:00
Radio City Music Hall | Radio City Christmas Spectacular
30 Dec
Wednesday
Christmas Spirit Cruise
Entre no espírito natalino a bordo deste passeio de barco de 1h30 de duração, enquanto se aquece com um chocolate quente.
30 Dec
Wednesday
Radio City Christmas Spectacular
Christmas Spectacular is a magical Christmas show for the whole family, starring the Rockettes.
Start times: 11:00, 14:00, 17:00, 20:00
Radio City Music Hall | Radio City Christmas Spectacular
Start times: 11:00, 14:00, 17:00, 20:00
Radio City Music Hall | Radio City Christmas Spectacular
30 Dec
Wednesday
Metropolitan Opera: The Magic Flute - Holiday Presentation
Start time: 12:00 | Opera | Starting at £69.00
31 Dec
Thursday
New Year's Eve
Ring in the new year with all-night parties, a concert, or a special New Year's Eve fireworks display.
31 Dec
Thursday
New Year's Eve Cruises
If you want to ring in the new year in style and avoid the crowds in Times Square, go on a New Year's Eve cruise! You'll have great views of the fireworks, the skyline, and entertainment on board.
31 Dec
Thursday
New Year's Eve Parties
New Year's Eve in New York is quite an experience. Here you will find the best parties to welcome the new year.
31 Dec
Thursday
Radio City Christmas Spectacular
Christmas Spectacular is a magical Christmas show for the whole family, starring the Rockettes.
Start times: 11:00, 14:00
Radio City Music Hall | Radio City Christmas Spectacular
Start times: 11:00, 14:00
Radio City Music Hall | Radio City Christmas Spectacular