Looking for fun things to do as a family after opening gifts on Christmas Day on Long Island, or perhaps you are not celebrating and wondering what is open on Christmas Day, Thursday, December 25, 2025? While many businesses are closed, there are a few kid-friendly destinations open, plus plenty of holiday activities, both indoors and out, to keep the group entertained.

Below, we’ve rounded up our favorite activities for keeping the whole fam entertained on Christmas Day.

For more seasonal fun, be sure to check out our Long Island Family Activity Calendar and our Holiday Fun Guide for Long Island kids. Plus, we have our best bets for things to do over the school vacation.

What's open on Christmas Day in New York City? Maybe you need last-minute supplies or all the presents have been ripped open by 10am, and you need to get the kids out of the apartment. After all, dinner won't be ready for hours, and the kids are full of holiday energy.

Some families have a Christmas Day tradition of enjoying Chinese food and a movie. But, there are other fun things to do that are open on Christmas Day in NYC, whether you celebrate Christmas or not. Here are some fun things to do on Thursday, December 25, 2025. You can also pair an outing with a reservation at one of these restaurants open on Christmas—just make sure to book soon!

Find even more seasonal activities in our Holiday Fun Guide or Family Activity Calendar.

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