Last updated: November 11, 2024
Plan your perfect holiday itinerary in Ozone Park! Our guide features all the top festive events and activities. For those who know Ozone Park like the back of their hand and those still finding their way, our guide is your seasonal companion.
Popular events during the holiday season include the iconic Rockefeller Center ice skating, where twinkling lights and a massive tree create a picturesque backdrop for a day on the ice. Complementing this is the Radio City Christmas Spectacular, showcasing the precision and artistry of the Rockettes in a dazzling performance. And definitely don't forget the Christmas Lights Tour of Dyker Heights, where elaborate holiday displays turn the neighborhood into a winter wonderland. See more details on these and other fun events and activities below!
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Unique holiday light displays in a Brooklyn neighborhood.
Explore the vibrant Christmas light displays in Dyker Heights, Brooklyn, with a guided bus tour and walking tour through the most beautifully decorated homes.
Where: Brooklyn | More Info: Christmas Lights Tour of Dyker Heights
Interactive holiday window displays with a toy workshop and three-dimensional camera.
Macy's Herald Square transforms into a vibrant display of holiday cheer with intricately designed windows featuring interactive elements like a toy workshop and three-dimensional camera, showcasing the heartwarming story of Tip Toe the reindeer.
Where: New York | More Info: Decorated Shop Windows
Socially-distanced, open-air ride with stringent sanitary measures.
Embark on a festive horse-drawn carriage ride through Central Park and Fifth Avenue, taking in the dazzling holiday light displays at iconic landmarks like Saks Fifth Avenue, Tiffany's, and Rockefeller Center.
Where: New York | More Info: Christmas Horse Carriage Ride
Immersive wildlife-themed light displays and interactive experiences.
The Bronx Zoo Holiday Lights features millions of lights and hundreds of wildlife lanterns across seven trails, showcasing nearly 100 animal and plant species. Interactive experiences include glowing walls, illuminated trees, and shimmering flowers, along with seasonal treats and classic holiday music.
Where: Bronx | More Info: Bronx Zoo Holiday Lights
A towering Christmas tree in the heart of New York City.
The Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree is a stunning display featuring a massive evergreen adorned with thousands of twinkling lights. This iconic event draws visitors from around the globe who come to witness the tree's breathtaking illumination and enjoy the surrounding festive atmosphere, including ice skating and holiday-themed decorations.
Where: New York | More Info: Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree
High-kicking precision dance routines with special effects.
The Radio City Christmas Spectacular features the iconic Rockettes in a 90-minute performance filled with intricate choreography, high kicks, and classic numbers like "Parade of the Wooden Soldiers." The show includes special effects, snow machines, and collaborations with renowned guest performers, transforming Radio City Music Hall into a festive holiday celebration.
Where: New York | More Info: Radio City Christmas Spectacular (The Rockettes)
World-class ballet performance with elaborate sets and costumes.
George Balanchine’s The Nutcracker is a treasured holiday favorite featuring Tschaikovsky’s transcendent melodies, elaborate sets, and exquisite choreography. The production includes awe-inspiring special effects, such as a one-ton Christmas tree, and delightful performances by 90 dancers, 62 musicians, and over 125 children. It is based on Alexandre Dumas père’s version of E.T.A. Hoffmann’s tale "The Nutcracker and the Mouse King."
Where: New York | More Info: George Balanchine’s The Nutcracker
Iconic ice skating under the Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree.
Ice skating at Rockefeller Center offers a quintessential winter experience under the iconic Christmas Tree, with 60-minute sessions available for general admission and extended sessions for premium tickets.
Where: New York | More Info: Rockefeller Center ice skating
Live holiday music and complimentary hot cocoa.
Embark on a 1.5-hour holiday cruise in NYC aboard a classic, climate-controlled yacht. Enjoy the city skyline during Christmas, listen to live holiday songs, and savor complimentary hot cocoa, beer, wine, or champagne. The cruise features heated grand salons and open outer decks for breathtaking views of iconic NYC landmarks like the Statue of Liberty.
Where: New York | More Info: Festive Christmas Cruise
