Holidays at Rockefeller Center
Hours
The Rockefeller Center Tree Lighting Ceremony took place on November 29. The Christmas Tree is lit daily from 5am–midnight. Hours will be extended until 1am from December 15th through Christmas Eve. On Christmas Day, the Tree is lit for 24 hours and on New Year's Eve it is lit from 5am to 9pm. The Tree will be on view until January 13th.
Holiday Attractions
General Admission- The Rink
Take a spin on The Rink at Rockefeller Center this upcoming season. Your General Admission ticket guarantees your spot on the ice on the date and time you select.
VIP Skate
The VIP Ticket includes an extended skate time (90 minutes in the venue), complimentary skate rental, one (1) complimentary hot beverage, plus 20% off merchandise.
General Admission - Top of the Rock
See the best NYC view from 70 floors up at our indoor and outdoor observation decks. The Beam Experience can be added to your purchase during checkout.
Christmas Tree Photo
This holiday season, capture the magic of the season with a professional photo of you and your family in front of the iconic Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree. Includes digital photo package.
Santa at Rockefeller Center, presented by Balsam Hill
Bring the whole family and capture the magic of the season with a heartwarming photo with Santa Claus himself! Watch your little ones' faces light up with joy as they share their holiday wishes and dreams with the man in the red suit. Includes digital photo package, plus two prints.
The Ultimate Rockefeller Center Christmas Experience
Experience Rock Center at Christmastime with a private, guided VIP tour. Your experience can include: Top of the Rock, followed by indulgent drinks and bites in your own private rink-side chalet beneath the glowing Rockefeller Center Christmas tree, and skating on the iconic rink. Finally, complete your experience on Center Plaza, reserved only for you and your loved ones, with a private moment to enjoy and take photos with the Christmas Tree. Please email [email protected] to book today.
Via TripAdvisor
“What can be more iconic than skating in Rockefeller Center? This place just oozes charm, and history. Whatever you have seen on Television doesn't begin to cover what your experience is in person.”
- PGAPRO2006
“Nobody does Christmas like New York and especially Rockefeller Center”
- JenniferandAlan
“You don’t have to look hard to find a great photo opportunity. It’s an iconic spot no one visiting New York should ever miss, it’s beautiful in any season but a couple of visits around the holidays were incredibly breathtaking.”
- jgptravels
FEATURED SHOPS
FAO Schwartz
The flagship location of the oldest toy store retailer in the United States lives on three levels next to the Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree
Nintendo
Nintendo NY is a premier destination for family entertainment. Immerse yourself in the latest Nintendo offerings in a unique setting as you explore its two-level, 10,000-square-foot interactive experience.
LEGO
The LEGO Store raises the bar in kid-chic design, innovative displays, in-store family events, and consumer-friendly play areas to deliver an engaging, entertaining, and fun experience for families.
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DINING
Whether you’re looking for a quick bite, fast casual, or haute cuisine, the dining options at Rockefeller Center reflect the incredibly diverse world of food and flavors you’ll find in New York City.
LEARN MORESHOPS
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Arts & Culture
11.9.22
Where the Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree Goes Next
Arts & Culture
11.9.22
Where the Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree Goes Next
The holiday spirit doesn’t end when the lights come off and the Tree comes down. Here’s what happens next.
Read StoryThe holiday spirit doesn’t end when the lights come off and the Tree comes down. Here’s what happens next.
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