NYC Travel Guide 2026: Things to Do, Eat, Events & More
Nov 26, 2026 · 8:30 am
Manhattan, New York City
The 100th Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade takes place on Thursday, November 26, 2026. Macy’s confirms the official broadcast starts at 8:30 a.m. ET. The official 2026 route map…
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Nov 27, 2026 · 8:00 am
5 Boroughts, New York City, NY
Doors open 5 AM citywide. Best deals on 5th Ave & SoHo.
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Nov 27, 2026 – Jan 3, 2027
Lincoln Center, New York City, NY
George Balanchine’s The Nutcracker classic. George Balanchine’s The Nutcracker performed by the New York City Ballet runs from Friday, November 27, 2025, through Saturday, January 3, 2026. Performances take…
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Nov 27, 2026 – Jan 3, 2027
Experience one of New York City’s most spectacular holiday traditions in Dyker Heights, Brooklyn. Every Christmas season, residents transform their homes and front yards into dazzling displays filled…
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Nov 28, 2026 · 8:00 am
NYC Turkey Trot, New York City, NY
Post-Thanksgiving race in Queens. Doughnuts at the finish!
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Nov 28, 2026 · 8:00 am
Neighborhood lights up with 100,000+ bulbs & animatronics. Christmas decorations in Dyker Heights, Brooklyn
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Dec 1, 2026 – Dec 31, 2026
Outdoor holiday market at the southwest corner of Central Park — gifts, food, and evening lights with easy subway access (1/A/C/B/D). Planned dates for 2026: December 1–31. Typical…
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Dec 2, 2026
Rockefeller Center, New York City
The Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony for 2026 will take place on Wednesday, December 2nd, starting at 7 PM in Midtown Manhattan. This annual event marks the official…
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Dec 9, 2026 – Dec 13, 2026
Lincoln Center, New York City, NY
Handel’s Messiah – NY Philharmonic The New York Philharmonic performs Handel’s “Messiah” annually as a popular holiday tradition at David Geffen Hall (Lincoln Center). These performances typically take…
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Dec 12, 2026
5 Boroughts, New York City, NY
Participants dress as Santa or holiday figures for a fun-filled pub crawl across the city. It’s free to join and promises a lively atmosphere. A SantaCon is simply…
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