What to do in New York in December 2021
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.
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 is all about the holidays! Go see the Rockettes swing their legs in the air at the Radio City Christmas Spectacular and admire the thousands of Christmas lights on the decorated houses in Brooklyn. Celebrate the holidays on a festive dinner cruise or a party. View all events per day below.
Monthly events in New York in December 2021
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Boat tours are perfect for sightseeing in New York during the day.
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Visit one of the many wonderful Broadway musicals in New York.
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Christmas trees, window displays and festive activities. Find out what to do and see in NYC.
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Combine sightseeing in New York with a lovely dinner and take an evening dinner cruise.
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Discover the best ice skating rinks in New York.
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New York Giants American Football
Want to visit an American football game? Now it's your chance to see New York 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!
2 Dec
3 Dec
Friday
Rooftop Bar Tour
The best way to explore several of New York's bustling rooftop bars, while skipping lines and marching straight past picky bouncers. Can't make it on a Friday? This tour is available on several days, every week.
3 Dec
Friday
The Princess Bride - An Inconceivable Evening With Cary Elwes
Start time: 19:30 | Other | Starting at $68.00
4 Dec
4 Dec
Saturday
Mega Mezcla: J Balvin, Nicky Jam, Karol G, Natti Natasha & Arcangel
Start time: 20:00 | Concerts | Starting at $89.00
5 Dec
Sunday
Gospel on Sundays
Experience authentic gospel music in one of the churches of Harlem. This tour is available on Wednesdays too.
5 Dec
5 Dec
6 Dec
Monday
St. Nicholas Day
Day of generosity and the original Santa Claus! Get yourself into the Christmas spirit with the Dyker Heights Tour.
6 Dec
Monday
Shopping at Woodbury Common Premium Outlets
Shop 'til you drop and get the biggest discounts at Woodbury Common Outlets!
7 Dec
8 Dec
Wednesday
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.
9 Dec
10 Dec
Friday
Rooftop Bar Tour
The best way to explore several of New York's bustling rooftop bars, while skipping lines and marching straight past picky bouncers. Can't make it on a Friday? This tour is available on several days, every week.
10 Dec
11 Dec
12 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
Monday
Shopping at Woodbury Common Premium Outlets
Shop 'til you drop and get the biggest discounts at Woodbury Common Outlets!
15 Dec
15 Dec
16 Dec
17 Dec
Friday
Rooftop Bar Tour
The best way to explore several of New York's bustling rooftop bars, while skipping lines and marching straight past picky bouncers. Can't make it on a Friday? This tour is available on several days, every week.
18 Dec
19 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
Monday
Shopping at Woodbury Common Premium Outlets
Shop 'til you drop and get the biggest discounts at Woodbury Common Outlets!
20 Dec
24 Dec
Friday
Luxury Christmas Eve 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
Friday
Christmas Gospel
Get your Christmas spirit going with this hour long gospel concert in a historical Harlem church.
24 Dec
Friday
Christmas Eve
New Yorkers spend the night with their family. My advice: go out for dinner on Christmas Eve.
24 Dec
Friday
Rooftop Bar Tour
The best way to explore several of New York's bustling rooftop bars, while skipping lines and marching straight past picky bouncers. Can't make it on a Friday? This tour is available on several days, every week.
25 Dec
25 Dec
Saturday
Christmas Gospel
Get your Christmas spirit going with this hour long gospel concert in a historical Harlem church.
25 Dec
26 Dec
27 Dec
Monday
Shopping at Woodbury Common Premium Outlets
Shop 'til you drop and get the biggest discounts at Woodbury Common Outlets!
29 Dec
30 Dec
31 Dec
31 Dec
Friday
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
Friday
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
Friday
New Year's Eve
Ring in the new year with all-night parties, a concert, or a special New Year's Eve fireworks display.
