New York Events | Top 7 Holiday Events in NY - November | New York Hotel

Posted: October 19th, 2012

November officially marks the beginning of the Holidays in New York City, and the Top 7 Holiday Events in New York are sure to be New York Events that will make any Trip to NYC unforgettable.

When you’re visiting New York City in November, you’ll probably want to take in the New York Events that are most characteristic of New York City During the Holidays. Whether you prefer elaborate New York Events like Holiday Broadway Shows in New York City, or quieter affairs like a traditional Tree Lighting Ceremony in NYC, the Holidays in New York are sure to everything you’d expect and more.

Visiting New York City in November? There are many New York Hotels that are centrally located, near all of the magical Events in New York that take place in Central Park and Downtown Manhattan During the Holidays.  Spend a day strolling past NYC’s Holiday Window Displays, or hop on a tour of the Holiday Lights in New York City.

All of the most wonderful Holiday Events in New York are close to New York Hotels like The Milford - A New York Hotel, which sits in the heart of New York City. When you stay at The Milford, you’ll also be close to great New York City Shopping during the Holidays, exquisite NYC Dining, and other fabulous Holiday Activities in New York City in November.

Here are the Top 7 Holiday New York Events in November…

1. Holiday Lights Tours of New York City | Grayline Visitor’s Center | 8^th Avenue, New York, NY 10036 | 800-669-0051
   November 1, 2012 through November 30, 2012
   Catching a glimpse of the Holiday Lights In NYC is a “must-do” on any Trip to New York During the Holidays. Touring New York City and taking in all of the beautiful NY Holiday Lights allows you to capture the magic of the Holidays in New York at NYC Venues like Macy’s, Grand Central Station, and Rockefeller Center.  Be sure to bring a warm jacket, hat, gloves, and a scarf, and maybe even some holiday treats like hot chocolate and cookies for snacking too.
    
2. New York Holiday Train Show | New York Botanical Garden | 2694 Dr. Theodore Kazimiroff Blvd, Bronx, NY 10458 | 718-817-8700
   November 1, 2012 through November 30, 2012
   Come to the Holiday Train Show in New York throughout the month of November, and enjoy one of the Holiday Events in New York that has become a New York Tradition. The New York Botanical Garden features a vast collection of model trains, and more than 140 scaled replicas of New York City Landmarks in their highly-anticipated Holiday Train Show. Paul Busse designed the New York Holiday Train Display, which includes scenery crafted entirely from plants.
    
3. New York’s Radio City Christmas Spectacular | Radio City Music Hall | 1260 Avenue of the Americas, New York, NY 10020 | 212-247-4777
   November 19, 2012 through November 30, 2012
   It’s difficult to think about the Holidays in NYC without Radio City and the Rockettes coming to mind. The Radio City Christmas Spectacular is a New York Holiday Tradition that has entertained young and old for more than 80 years. In 2012, enjoy updated costumes on the Rockettes, as well as classic favorites like wooden soldiers and sets that depict New York City Scenery at Christmas time.
    
4. New York Holiday Window Displays
   Bergdorf Goodman | 5^th Avenue, New York, NY 10019 | 888-774-2444
   Lord and Taylor | 424 5^th Avenue, New York, NY 10018 | 212-391-3344
   Barneys New York | 575 5^th Avenue, New York, NY 10017 | 212-450-8700
   November 23, 2012 through November 30, 2012
   Travelers from all over the globe look forward to viewing the New York Holiday Window Displays that don some of the most elegant Department Stores in New York City.  One of the most delightful Holiday Window Displays in NYC is the window display at Bergdorf Goodman, which treats wide eyes to NYC Style and New York City Fashion. Throw in a little touch of antiques and old-world charm, and you’ve got a holiday window display that is hard to match. Lord & Taylor’s Holiday Window Display in NY portrays a classic holiday theme that is timeless and enchanting. Keep your eye out for the Barney’s New York Holiday Window Display on Madison Avenue, which portrays a contemporary New York City Holiday experience.
    
5. Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade | W 77^th Street and Central Park West, New York, NY 10023 | 212-494-4495
   November 22, 2012
   This spectacular Holiday Event in NYC makes its 86^th appearance this year. The Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade is a beloved New York City Event that is watched on Television around the world.  Giant balloons depicting popular characters like Spongebob and Spiderman line the parade route, as well as dancing Rockettes, Santa’s sleigh, and celebrity appearances. Grab a prime spot on the Streets of New York as early as 6:30am for a first-hand view of the parade, which takes place from 9am to noon.
   
   If you’re Visiting New York City in November, New York Hotels like The Milford - A New York Hotel sit in a premier location, right in the heart of New York City. When you’re looking for Hotels in New York that are luxurious and affordable, you’re sure to be pleased with your New York Accommodations at The Milford - A New York Hotel, which is near all of the most beloved Holiday Events in New York City.
6. The New York City Ballet’s “The Nutcracker” | Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts | 132 W 65^th Street, New York, NY 10023 | 212-875-5456
   November 23, 2012 through November 30, 2012
   When you’re looking for great New York City Holiday Events in November, purchase tickets to see George Balanchine’s “The Nutcracker,” a traditional New York Holiday show that features sugar plum fairies, wooden toy soldiers, snowflakes, curious children, and dancing mice. This New York City Holiday production is performed by the New York City Ballet, and is a beloved New York City Holiday Event.
    
7. Rockefeller Center Tree Lighting Ceremony | Rockefeller Center | 49 Rockefeller Plaza, New York, NY 10020 | 212-332-6868
   November 28, 2012
   This annual Rockefeller Center Tree Lighting Ceremony is a traditional Holiday Event in New York that usually takes place during the week after Thanksgiving. This year, the 2012 Rockefeller Center Tree Lighting is scheduled for 7pm on November 28^th. The 80^th Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree Lighting is the culmination of a fun-filled evening filled with fantastic music performances by the likes of Justin Bieber, Alicia Keys, and Michael Buble. More than 30,000 energy-efficient LED’s light up a massive Christmas tree that is decorated with a 9-1/2-foot Swarovski crystal star.

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