You don't have to be a New York City native to enjoy a magical Christmas in New York. Discover the excitement and wonder of the Christmas season in New York by checking out the links on this page.
Ice Skating in New York
There are several ice skating rinks in New York City:
- Rockefeller Center Rink
- Lasker Rink in Central Park
- Sky Rink at Chelsea Piers
- Wollman Rink in Prospect Park
- Seaport Ice
- Riverbank Ice Skating on the Hudson River
- Polar Rink at American Museum of Natural HistoryAbout.com: Ice Skating in New York City
Tree Lighting Ceremonies
While the most well-known tree lighting ceremony takes place in Rockefeller Center, there are a series of trees that are lit all over the city. In 2008 there were tree lighting ceremonies in Bryant Park, at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, at the American Museum of Natural History and in the New York Botanical Gardens.New York Mag: Bright Lights, Big City
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Fast Facts
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Christmas Day is December 25
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In Christmas 2009 falls on a Friday
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The holiday season kicks off in New York with the lighting of the tree in Rockefeller CenterAbout.com: Rockefeller Center Tree
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Every year there is an annual Christmas Spectacular at Radio City Music Hall
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Ice skating is a favorite pastime in New York City during Christmas
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It is a popular tradition for major department stores to decorate their windows with holiday displays.
