From the NYBG Holiday Train Show to a date with the Radio City Rockettes, New York City serves up so many holiday activities, there's no way one family can see and do it all in a single holiday season. Our holiday activities bucket list grows every year. While we've already shared our 2022 list of must-do Christmas events for kids, there are a few holiday activities that are extra special, extra big, and extra over the top or ones that can only be found in NYC, which we believe every kid ought to experience at least once in childhood. These include ice skating under the iconic Rockefeller Center Christmas tree and walking the illuminated streets of Dyker Heights in Brooklyn, among other holiday delights.

Whether you call NYC home or you're in town for a magical holiday visit, our list of 49 bucket list holiday activities for families represents the very best of Christmas in New York. Find more picks in our Guide to Holiday and Christmas Activities.

Buying secondhand kid and baby gear is cost-effective and environmentally-friendly. And, now, with online marketplace GoodBuy Gear, purchasing gently used and open box items like strollers, car seats, toys, and sports equipment is safer and easier too.

Not only is the marketplace filled with products from some of parents’ most-loved brands–from UPPAbaby to Lovevery to 4moms (a few of my personal favorites). A team of experts thoroughly inspects every single item for safety, functionality, and cleanliness before it’s listed with real photos and a detailed description. That means no more messaging with unknown sellers only to wind up with a stained sleepsack or a broken baby swing. And, when you’re done with an item, GoodBuy Gear will pick it up and re-sell it for you too.

Whether you're celebrating a special occasion or just looking for a memorable experience, afternoon tea—sometimes called high tea in New York City—can be a fun outing with kids. It's an especially great winter outing and particularly fitting during the holidays.

Several places serve high tea in New York City, with varying degrees of appropriateness for children. From the fancy Eloise Tea at the Plaza Hotel to the less frilly Russian Tea Room, there are teas—and goodies—for children of all ages and parents of all budgets. Here's our take on the best spots to enjoy high tea in NYC with kids. Bookmark our Guide to Kid-Friendly Restaurants for more family-friendly options for your next meal out.

Every year, Americans use about 4.6 million pounds of birthday, holiday, and Christmas gift wrap... and only about half of that wrapping paper gets recycled. That's 2.3 million pounds of glittery, inky, foiled paper going into landfills around the country. But there are loads of gift wrapping ideas that cut back on waste. These eco-friendly gift wrapping ideas involve using cloth, reused paper, metal, wood, or cardboard to wrap gifts; in addition to that, they add a personal touch from your kids.

Here are 13 eco-friendly gift wrapping ideas that will help put less holiday and Christmas gift wrap into landfills this holiday season. For more ways to help save the planet, check out our Earth Kids Guide, and sign up for our Earth Kids newsletter.

Bundle up and brighten your family's holiday season with a fun-filled trip to see the twinkling holiday lights at the Amaze Light Festival at Citi Field. The immersive experience is the largest holiday lights show in the United States, with thousands of colorful, shimmering lights and larger-than-life displays.

New York City has no shortage of family fun to enjoy while counting down to Santa's arrival, with traditional activities like visiting the Rockefeller Center Christmas tree or touring the popular Dyker Heights Christmas lights. Still, the Amaze Light Festival is a must-visit if you're looking for something new and out of the box! Read on for our experience and find more seasonal fun in our Guide to the Holidays and Christmas in NYC to find all our top picks for families.

Catch larger than life holiday installations, thousands of Christmas lights, festive food trucks, seasonal drinks, and fun for all ages at Holiday Road’s immersive LA event.

“This is the best night of my life!” my three year old squealed as he skipped through a tunnel of twinkling lights.

My almost-two year old pointed towards the sparkling trees and illuminated tunnels with wide eyes, murmuring the word “pretty” under her breath.

My six-year-old, ever practical, turned to me and said “When you said we were going to look at lights, I thought you meant lights on houses. This is way more impressive.”

Their glowing reviews all point to one fact: Holiday Road in Calabasas is one of the top things to do for Christmas and the Holidays in Los Angeles! The immersive holiday light show is at King Gillette Ranch in the Santa Monica Mountains in Northwest Los Angeles through December 30, 2022.

One of the best things about the holiday season is hunting for the best Christmas cookies in NYC. It's the season to indulge in once-a-year special treats. Whether you bake them or buy them, enjoying Christmas cookies is a great way to treat the kids (and you!) between all that shopping, visiting Santa, and checking out amazing Christmas windows all over town.

From traditional European specialties and the American classic sugar cookie, we've rounded up 10 tasty bakeries for Christmas cookies in NYC this season. Find more sweet treats in our Family-Friendly Restaurant Guide and all our top holiday picks in our NYC Kids' Guide to Holiday and Christmas Events.

Billed as an action-packed indoor entertainment center for LEGO-lovers ages 3 to 10, LEGOLAND Discovery Center Westchester in Yonkers’ open-air Ridge Hill Mall is a great day out for families. Small but mighty compared to the LEGOLAND theme park, the center packs LEGO building stations, play areas, rides, and a 4D movie theater.

I headed there with my 4- and almost-7-year-old daughters on a recent half-day to check it out. Read on for my take on what to expect at LEGOLAND Discovery Center Westchester, who it’s best for, and how to get the most out of your trip.