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Big Apple Portraits hosts socially distant outdoor mini-photo sessions with ol’ Saint Nick. Photo courtesy of Big Apple Portraits
Safe Santa Claus Pictures in NYC for Christmas 2020
Here's where you can see Jolly Old St. Nick safely in 2020.
There will still be skaters and a Christmas tree at Rockefeller Center for the 2020 holiday season. Photo by the author
Must-Do Holiday and Christmas Events for New York City Kids in 2020
Don't miss these quintessential holiday events for New York City families.
Macy's elves are spreading holiday gratitude and cheer with the department store's 2020 holiday windows display.
Holiday Windows Walk: See Midtown Manhattan's Iconic 2020 Christmas Displays
It's beginning to look a lot like Christmas in Midtown Manhattan.
Drive through the enchanting tunnel of lights at The Magic of Lights in Wallingford, Connecticut. Photo courtesy of the Magic of Lights
Holiday Light Shows: Drive-Thru Christmas Lights Near NYC for 2020
Cue the holiday music, pack a thermos of hot cocoa, and hit the road for a holiday lights show.
The Dyker Heights Christmas lights attract throngs of visitors to the Brooklyn neighborhood each holiday season. Photo courtesy of Dyker Heights Lights
Dyker Heights Christmas Lights in 2020: How to See the Lights
Brooklyn's holiday extravaganza is back for another season.
Brighten up the holidays with the annual Luminaries tradition in the Winter Garden. Photo courtesy of BFPL.
25 Free Holiday and Christmas Events for NYC Kids
Save your pocketbook and enjoy these FREE holiday events.
Santa Claus welcomes you and passengers of all ages aboard Santa’s Paradise Express. Photo courtesy of Strasburg Rail Road
Polar Express and Christmas Trains Near NYC For 2020
Hit the rails to see Santa, sip hot chocolate, and sing carols.
A visit to Macy's Santaland won't be quite the same in 2020: Santa is going virtual with Macy's Santaland at Home
Macy's Santaland Goes Virtual for Socially Distant Santa Visits in 2020
Meet Santa online via Macy's Santaland at Home.
Presidential Inauguration, photo by Staff Sgt. Mark Fayloga/DVIDSHUB.net/CC-BY-2.0
Free Virtual Events in January: Presidential Inauguration, Martin Luther King Celebrations, and Online Festivals
A new year, and we're such pros at virtual that we can Zoom celebrate a new president, MLK, and...
Expect to see plenty of Herald Square backgrounds as the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade stages a made-for-TV special solely around its flagship store. Photo by Kent Miller Studios/courtesy of Macy's
Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade Faces Big Changes in 2020
The Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade had reimagined itself amidst the pandemic.
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How To Find Free Toys this Christmas and Holiday Season
2020 got you down? Here's a list of organizations distributing free toys to needy kids this holiday...
Christmas jokes for kids make the season a bit jollier all around!
25 Christmas Jokes for Kids and Holiday Riddles
Why was the grinch such a great gardener?
Find spooky Halloween fun around NYC with our guide
Halloween Events & Activities for NYC Kids
The best Halloween parades, events, and seasonal fun for NYC kids.
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Celebrate Three Kings Day at El Museo del Barrio. Photo courtesy of El Museo del Barrio
20 Best Holiday Events in NYC for Toddlers and Preschoolers
Christmas-season shows, displays, and events just right for the toddler-to-preschooler set
Take a magical one-hour trip to the North Pole on the Polar Express.
12 Picture-Perfect Holiday Day Trips Near NYC
Christmas and holiday sights and lights for families that are worth the trip.
Meet Santa at the Apollo for a memorable family holiday experience. Photo courtesy the Apollo
Santa in the City: 45 Awesome Santa Activities for NYC Kids
50 events around NYC where you can catch a glimpse (and snap a photo) of the jolly old elf himself.
Meet Santa and his elves at Stella 34 Trattoria in Midtown.
Santa Claus Brunches, Teas, and Cruises for NYC Kids
Treat kids to a special brunch or even a cruise with Santa.
See the Thanksgiving Day Parade in NYC with our insider's guide and tips!
Guide to Thanksgiving in NYC for Kids and Families
Everything you need to have a great Thanksgiving Day parade and long weekend in NYC.
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Explore the colorful, larger-than-life lanterns at LuminoCity, which illuminates Randall's Island through January 10, 2021. Photo by Jody Mercier
35 Fun Things To Do Over Holiday Break With NYC Kids
Start plotting your NYC winter break activities now.
Afternoon tea, complete with treats and lifted pinkies, can be a fun special occasion with kids. Photo by Janet Bloom
Best High Tea Spots in NYC to Enjoy a Cup with Kids
Enjoy a special high tea outing in NYC with your favorite kids, scones and cream included.
See the Thanksgiving Day Parade in NYC with our insider's guide and tips!
Guide to Thanksgiving in NYC for Kids and Families
Everything you need to have a great Thanksgiving Day parade and long weekend in NYC.
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Holiday Lights

The Dyker Heights Christmas lights attract throngs of visitors to the Brooklyn neighborhood each holiday season. Photo courtesy of Dyker Heights Lights
Dyker Heights Christmas Lights in 2020: How to See the Lights
Brooklyn's holiday extravaganza is back for another season. READ MORE 
Westchester’s Winter Wonderland is a festive 1.2-mile drive through Kensico Dam Plaza.
Westchester's Winter Wonderland Charms Visitors With New Drive-Thru Light Show
The popular annual attraction has been reimagined for safety in 2020. READ MORE 
The Skylands Stadium Christmas Light Show takes visitors on a winding, drive-thru course with tons of twinkling lights and dazzling decorations.
Skylands Stadium Christmas Light Show Dazzles With Mile-Long Display
Bundle up and head out for a seasonal holiday drive at this local light show. READ MORE 
Enjoy a drive or a walk through the beautiful lights in Dyker Heights. Photo courtesy of Dyker Heights Christmas Lights
The Most Spectacular Holiday Light Displays in NYC
Here's where you can find NYC homes decked out in holiday lights. READ MORE 

Virtual Holiday Fun

Presidential Inauguration, photo by Staff Sgt. Mark Fayloga/DVIDSHUB.net/CC-BY-2.0
Free Virtual Events in January: Presidential Inauguration, Martin Luther King Celebrations, and Online Festivals
A new year, and we're such pros at virtual that we can Zoom celebrate a new president, MLK, and...READ MORE 
A visit to Macy's Santaland won't be quite the same in 2020: Santa is going virtual with Macy's Santaland at Home
Macy's Santaland Goes Virtual for Socially Distant Santa Visits in 2020
Meet Santa online via Macy's Santaland at Home. READ MORE 

Giving Back

Give back this holiday season by adopting a letter to Santa.
Adopt a Kid's Letter to Santa via USPS This Holiday Season
Spread some holiday cheer by granting a child's holiday wish.READ MORE 
NYC Mamas Give Back helps distribute diapers and other necessities to families in need.
Where to Donate Kids' Clothes, Toys, and Gear Across NYC
Get in the giving spirit by donating kids' clothes and gear at these NYC spots. READ MORE 

Holiday Getaways and Day Trips

Bretton Woods Stables offers sleigh rides across the grounds of the Omni Mount Washington resort. Photo courtesy of the resort
25 Must-Do Christmas Events and Activities in New England with Kids in 2020
Experience storybook-worthy Christmastime towns and activities, from sleigh rides to igloo dining.READ MORE 
The halls are decked at Magic Kingdom Park near Orlando. Photo courtesy of Walt Disney World
12 Christmas Towns and Santa's Villages That Absolutely Sparkle
The country's best Christmas towns and Santa's villages are drenched in holiday lights and rich...READ MORE 
Santa Claus welcomes you and passengers of all ages aboard Santa’s Paradise Express. Photo courtesy of Strasburg Rail Road
Polar Express and Christmas Trains Near NYC For 2020
Hit the rails to see Santa, sip hot chocolate, and sing carols. READ MORE 
Waterville Valley is introducing a new parent-child learn-to-ski program. Photo courtesy of Waterville Valley
Northeast Ski Mountains for Families Opening in 2020
Nearby ski areas are welcoming families for safe winter adventures.READ MORE 
See the larger-than-life sculptures, like Robert Ressler's 'Baruch Ashem' (above), at the Grounds for Sculpture in a whole new season now that it's added winter hours. Photo by Matt Yao/courtesy of the venue
Winter Day Trips: 10 Ideas For Family Fun Near NYC
These winter day trip destinations offer family-friendly diversions. READ MORE 
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Skiing, Snowboarding, & Snow Sports Guide
Find great family slopes, tubing, and boarding spots all around the country with our kid-friendly...READ MORE 

Archives

Indoor Activity: Recycle Holiday Cards Into Bookmarks
Upcycle those holiday cards into pretty, giftable bookmarks.READ MORE 
12 Best Christmas Eve Activities in NYC for Families
Enjoy Christmas Eve on the town with these fun family activities. READ MORE 
Call Santa: How to Call Santa Claus for Free in 2020
Let your kids call Santa, or even send him a text message!READ MORE 
Reindeer Toothpaste Recipe Christmas Science Activity for Kids
The classic elephant toothpaste experiment gets a holiday twist.READ MORE 
35 Fun Things To Do Over Holiday Break With NYC Kids
Start plotting your NYC winter break activities now. READ MORE 
Skylands Stadium Christmas Light Show Dazzles With Mile-Long Display
Bundle up and head out for a seasonal holiday drive at this local light show. READ MORE 
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