Most Festive Family-Friendly NYC Hotels for Christmas and the Holidays

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The magic of the holiday season at the Lotte New York Palace begins in its beautifully decorated courtyard.

There's nothing like the holiday season in NYC, from glittering holiday windows and the towering Rockefeller Center Christmas tree to classic holiday shows and timeless traditions, the city sparkles during the holiday season. If you're ready to plan a magical holiday itinerary, you're going to need an equally magical place to lay your head at night and these family-friendly NYC hotels go all out to make you feel like you're home for the holidays.

With prime locations and fun festive touches, these local NYC hotels pull out all the stops to ensure your Christmas in New York is a core memory for years to come. Find more tips for your holiday vacation in our NYC Kids Guide to Christmas and the Holidays and our Visitors Guide, which is chock full of need-to-know information for navigating the Big Apple with kids in tow.

Baby's First Christmas Gifts

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Make baby's first Christmas extra special with these awesome gift ideas.

A baby’s first Christmas is a magical milestone that’s filled with joy, wonder, and—for grown-ups—the thrill of picking out the perfect baby Christmas gift. Whether you’re looking for an adorable baby's first Christmas outfit or pajamas, a baby's first Christmas ornament or other cherished keepsake, or a fun toy, you can't go wrong with any of the items on our list below.

Some of the best gifts for a baby's first Christmas come from the heart, so we've also included personalized options to make the holiday season extra memorable. From seasonal clothing to festive books, here are more than 20 great gift ideas for a baby's first Christmas.

Find more awesome presents for babies, including the best first birthday gifts, in our Baby and Maternity Guide.

Veterans Day Weekend 2024 in NYC: 15 Best Things To Do with Kids

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The visionary Omnium Circus returns to the Queens Theatre with "I'm Possible!" Photo courtesy Omnium Circus via Queens Theater

Looking for the best things to do in New York City this Veterans Day weekend? Here are some family-friendly events and activities to add to your list for this weekend.

Monday is Veterans Day, and that means it's time for the biggest celebration of service in the United States: the NYC Veterans Day Parade. You can also salute our military at the Intrepid Museum's wreath ceremony.

The Big Apple Circus is back at Lincoln Center and early holiday fun arrives with the Rockefeller Center Christmas tree. You can also climb aboard the North Pole Express for a chat with Santa or celebrate the American Wing's 100th birthday at The Met.

Veterans Day Weekend 2024 in DC: 15 Best Things To Do With Kids

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Honor veterans at Arlington National Cemetery. Photo by Jennifer Marino Walters for Mommy Poppins

Looking for the best things to do in DC Veterans Day weekend? Here are some family-friendly events and activities to add to your list for this weekend.

Veterans Day weekend includes three days off from work and school for many DC-area families, with plenty of opportunities for kids and parents to enjoy some quality time together. Your family can honor veterans at events across the region, including at the Library of Congress' Family Day on Saturday or at the Veterans Day Ceremony at Arlington National Cemetery on Monday.

Two super fun annual events in DC are happening this weekend. Side Yards is on Friday night and includes a variety of circus and magic performances alongside activities for kids. And on Saturday, the International Spy Museum celebrates the fall of the Berlin Wall with the Parade of Trabants, with opportunities to try your hand at Berlin-style graffiti.

And if your family is ready for the holidays, several Christmas and holiday events kick off this weekend, such as Meadowlark's Winter Walk of Lights and National Harbor's Holiday Tree Light Show.

Veterans Day Weekend 2024 in Atlanta: 20 Best Things To Do With Kids

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Witness interactive light swings, tunnels, and magical creatures composed of artisan lanterns at the Winter Lantern Festival. Photo courtesy of the festival via Fever

Looking for the best things to do in Atlanta this Veterans Day weekend? Here are some family-friendly events and activities to add to your weekend list! 

It's Veterans Day weekend and families have lots of opportunities to celebrate and pay tribute to those who have served in the military with parades and events in Atlanta. A big favorite is the Georgia Veterans Day Parade, which travels through Midtown along Peachtree Street on Saturday. Enjoy the Veterans Day Parade-Watching Party at the Atlanta History Center's Midtown location. And active duty, veterans, and retired military personnel with valid ID get free admission to Stone Mountain Park this weekend. It's beginning to feel a lot like the holidays in Atlanta, with some of our favorite seasonal events launching this weekend, including Stone Mountain Christmas and the Atlanta Winter Lantern Festival.