Must-Do Christmas Events and Holiday Activities in New York City for Kids

This week's picks for NYC parents from Mommy Poppins. Buy [discount Broadway tickets]( in our calendar now! The Lion King, Aladdin, and more. [Must-Do Christmas Events and Holiday Activities in New York City for Kids]( [Astra Lumina is an illuminated, mile-long night walk through the Queens Botanical Garden. Photo courtesy of Moment Factory] When it comes to holiday activities in NYC, locals know that even though there's a week of Kwanzaa, eight nights of Hanukkah, and 12 days of Christmas, the holiday season in NYC really lasts from early November through New Year's Eve. That's almost two months of only-in-NY holiday activities and special Christmas events. Of course, not all Christmas events and holiday activities are created equal. That's why we've rounded up the absolute best ways to get into the spirit of the season. Here is our curated list of must-do holiday activities and Christmas events in NYC in 2023. Consider this seasonal bucket list our gift to you. Below, we're detailing a dozen Christmas events and holiday activities sure to give your family a season of happy memories. Our picks for New York City's top holiday activities are a mix of classic favorites, like the star-studded [Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade]( and newcomers, including [Luna Park's Frost Fest]( which transforms the amusement park into a winter wonderland. You'll find plenty more family-friendly seasonal celebrations in our [New York City Holiday Guide]( which includes picks for everything from [holiday day trips]( to [the best Nutcracker ballets for kids]( and more sweet seasonal treats. [Read more.]( [Facebook]( [Twitter]( [Pinterest]( [Embassy Suites Aruba by Hilton: This Aruba Hotel Can Be Your Home Away From Home]( [Cool off in Embassy Suites Aruba's sprawling pool. ] If the white sands and turquoise waters of Aruba are beckoning your family for a visit, Embassy Suites Aruba by Hilton makes for a lovely, welcoming home away from home. This brand-new Aruba hotel takes the brand's well-known family-friendly amenities—spacious suites, generous hot breakfasts, pet-friendly rooms, daily evening happy hours—and packs it into a beautiful beachfront resort package. Add to that the friendly, personable staff who can't wait to share the [best things to do in Aruba]( with you, and this is an easy, warm-weather, family-friendly vacation destination in our book. Read all about my fantastic stay at Embassy Suites Aruba by Hilton. Then check out our [Caribbean Family Travel Guide]( for more great places to visit in the Caribbean. [Read more.]( [Facebook]( [Twitter]( [Pinterest]( The best things to do this fall in New York City! [View The Guide >]( 🦃 BEST OF NOVEMBER 🦃 [Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade 2023]( The Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade ushers in the holiday season. Here's our guide to seeing it live. [Read More >]( 🍂 SEASONAL GUIDE 🍂 [Best of November]( Find the best things to do in NYC this month with our Best of November Activities Guide! [Read More >]( 🦃 BEST OF NOVEMBER 🦃 [*NEW* Mommy Poppins Gift Guides!]( Welcome to the best place to find the perfect gift for kids of all ages. [Read More >]( 🦃 BEST OF NOVEMBER 🦃 [Polar Express and Christmas Trains near NYC]( Relive the classic story with one of these magical train rides. [Read More >]( 🦃 BEST OF NOVEMBER 🦃 [Guide to Thanksgiving in NYC for Families]( The Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade is the highlight of the holiday in NYC, but it's not the only way to celebrate the start of this season. [Read More >]( 🦃 BEST OF NOVEMBER 🦃 [50 Thanksgiving Crafts, Games, and Activities for Kids]( While the turkey is in the oven, set up a few of these Thanksgiving crafts and games. [Read More >]( 🦃 BEST OF NOVEMBER 🦃 [40 Warm and Sunny Family Vacation Spots]( Check out these great warm-weather destinations for your next family vacation. [Read More >]( Copyright © 2023 Mommy Poppins, All rights reserved. You are getting this email because you subscribed to our newsletters on MommyPoppins.com Our mailing address is: Mommy Poppins 511 Avenue of the Americas #504New York, New York 10011 [Add us to your address book]( Want to change how you receive these emails? You can [update your preferences]( or [unsubscribe from all Mommy Poppins emails](. [Instagram]( [Facebook]( [Pinterest]( [YouTube](