Columbus Circle Holiday Market

What: The market is the perfect place to enjoy bites from some of the city's finest, shop for holiday gifts from artisans and designers, and soak in the splendor of winter in New York. Shop for handmade gifts, jewelry, clothing and so much more!
When: December 1st - December 24th, 2015
Where: Columbus Circle - 59th Street and Central Park West

Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade #MacysParade

What: America's Parade showcases balloons, floats, celebs, bands, dancers, clowns and so much live entertainment in the most spectacular holiday celebration in the world. Come see the most famous 2 1/2 mile march through Manhattan's streets!
When: November 26th, 2015
Where: The procession heads south down Central Park West from 77th Street, east along Central Park South to Sixth Avenue and then south along Sixth Avenue to West 34th Street, ending in front of Macy's in Herald Square.

LIC Flea & Food Indoor Holiday Market at The Shops at Atlas Park

What: The LIC Flea & Food in Long Island City announced it will be back at the end of November with an indoor holiday market at The Shops at Atlas Park in Glendale. 

Items at the holiday market, which will run through Christmas, include handcrafted jewelry, clothes, accessories, art, vintage clothes and items, furnishings and more. 

Visitors can tempt their stomachs with incredible eats and delectable sweets, and enjoy a drink at the all-Queens beer and wine garden. 

There will also be fun for everyone with activities for children, live music, an arcade and much more.

When: November 28th, 2015  |  11 a.m. to 7 p.m.  |  Every weekend thru Christmas
Where: 8000 Cooper Ave., Glendale, Queens

Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade Balloon Inflation

What: The traditional Macy's Balloon Inflation takes place on Thanksgiving Eve in the streets around the American Museum of Natural History. 

Arrive early to beat the crowds. By 5pm the majority of balloons have begun to take shape and by 9pm all are usually inflated.

When: Wednesday, November 25th, 2015  |  3-10pm
Where: Visitors are welcome to join a procession that starts at 79th Street and Columbus Avenue, circling the museum between 77th and 81st Streets and Central Park West and Columbus Avenue.

The 16th Annual Winter’s Eve at Lincoln Square

What: On Monday, November 30, 2015 the Lincoln Square Business Improvement District and presenting sponsor Time Warner will host the Sixteenth Annual Winter’s Eve at Lincoln Square – New York’s largest holiday festival! Join legendary artists, up-and-coming musicians, dancers, street performers and more as we welcome the holiday season and light up the Upper West Side with an evening of music, food, dancing and fun for everyone. 

Lincoln Square’s sidewalks and public spaces will come alive with music, performers, processional groups, jugglers, stilt-walkers and more, making for a festive fun-filled evening along the streets of this dynamic Upper West Side neighborhood.

When: Monday, November 30, 2015, 5:30 pm – 9:00 pm, Rain, Snow Or Shine!

Where: The Celebration Begins With The Lighting Of The Upper West Side Holiday Tree In Dante Park At Broadway & 63rd Street And Continues Along Broadway From Time Warner Center To 68th Street.

Take The 1, A, B, C, Or D Train To 59th Street/Columbus Circle Or The 1 Train To 66th Street And Broadway.

The Origami Holiday Tree

What: Visit the American Museum of Natural History each holiday season to see one of New York’s most beloved displays, the Origami Holiday Tree—an annual tradition for more than forty years. Produced in partnership with OrigamiUSA, the tree is delightfully decorated with more than 800 hand-folded paper models created by local, national, and international origami artists. 

Feeling crafty? Volunteers from OrigamiUSA will be on hand at the Museum to teach paper folding to visitors of all ages.

When: November 23rd, 2015—January 10th, 2016
Where: American Museum of Natural History: Central Park West at 79th Street

Union Square Holiday Market

What: More than 100 red-and-white booths fill Union Square Park for its 19th annual Holiday Market. You’ll find plenty of affordable, quality items, as well as coupons for local businesses at the information booth. Your wallet will thank you.
When: November 19th - December 24th, 2015
Where: University Pl & E 14th St New York, NY 10003

14th Annual Holiday Train Show at Grand Central

What: Presented annually by the New York Transit Museum, this popular model railroad exhibition features Metro-North, New York Central, and subway trains departing from a miniature Grand Central Terminal on a 34’-long, two-level “O” gauge layout. The Museum’s store and booth at the Holiday Fair also offer great gifts for your holiday shopping. Transit gifts are available online at www.nytransitmuseumstore.com.
When: Nov. 14, 2015 – Feb. 21, 2016

Mon – Fri 8 am To 8 pm

Sat – Sun 10 am To 6pm

Where: Grand Central - NY Transit Museum Gallery Annex and Store - Shuttle Passage