How to Enjoy The Christmas Season in New York City (Manhattan)

There is something special about New York during the winter months. Children and adults will enjoy these tips.

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1. Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree lighting. This is a wonderful experience for all ages and its completely free. Be sure to get to this event early and bring a thermos of something hot! For more information, visit: www.thetreenyc.com

2. Ice Skating in Rockefeller Center. The Rink at Rockefeller Center is famous thanks to Hollywood. Its is a great place to skate and show off your stuff. For more information, visit: www.rapatina.com/iceRink

3. Fifth Avenue Windows. Walking down Fifth Avenue in the evening is a wonderful way to get free entertainment. Many of these windows are decorated with special puppets and is something you must see to believe. Be sure not to miss the windows at Saks Fifth Avenue, they are always amazing!

4. Lincoln Center: Lincoln Center is just gorgeous in December. If you are looking for a lovely evening with someone special, this is the place to be. The New York City Ballet's performance of The Nutcracker is very special. For more information, visit: http://www.nycballet.com/ticketing_info/nutcracker.html

5. Radio City Music Hall: Radio City's Christmas Spectacular is an amazing show. If you haven't seen the Rockettes yet, you don't know what you are missing! For more information, visit: www.radiocity.com

[PajamaMommy]

on 10/6/2008 Love NYC at Christmas! Might take the kiddo to the Christmas Show this year.