Gaels on the Go: Top Picks for Winter Around Iona!
There’s no place like New York for the holidays! Grab a friend and enjoy!
There's nothing like the holiday season in New York! Whether right here in Westchester County or a short train ride into New York City, there's so much to do all winter long. So grab a couple of friends, hop on the Gael Express and MetroNorth it into Grand Central. Just remember to check the event websites before you go to ensure tickets, pricing and other details. We hope you enjoy!
Holidays at Rockefeller Center
Through January 13, 2024
Nothing says “Holidays in New York” quite like a trip around the iconic rink underneath the Christmas Tree and the Prometheus statue at Rockefeller Center. The Christmas Tree is lit daily from 5 a.m. to midnight. Hours will be extended until 1 a.m. from December 15 through Christmas Eve. On Christmas Day, the Tree is lit for 24 hours and on New Year's Eve it is lit from 5 a.m. to 9 p.m. The Tree will be on view until January 13.
Christmas Spectacular Starring Radio City Rockettes
Through January 4, 2024
The Christmas Spectacular starring the Radio City Rockettes is a one-of-a-kind holiday tradition that transforms one of New York’s most iconic venues into a winter wonderland. The celebration sets Radio City Music Hall aglow with dazzling dance numbers and immersive performances headlined by the legendary Rockettes. Our very own Iona Singers are opening the show at 3:30 p.m. this Saturday, December 9!
Untermyer Gardens Grand Holiday Illumination
Through January 1, 2024
The Untermyer Gardens Grand Holiday Illumination is a free Yonkers tradition that thousands of visitors come to enjoy each year. See the Walled Garden lit with more than 100,000 lights and listen to holiday music from many traditions. The Illumination is then open every night from 4:30-8 p.m. through January 1 and it is free to the public with no reservations required. Illumination is also open on Christmas Day and New Year's Day!
Westchester’s Winter Wonderland Drive-Thru Holiday Light Extravaganza
Through December 31, 2023
If you’re looking for a light-filled spectacle, look no further than Westchester’s Winter Wonderland Drive-Thru Holiday Light Extravaganza. Partake in a 1.2 mile drive-thru experience with thousands of lights as well as a 100- foot light tunnel and 40-foot Christmas tree. The event is perfect for all those who enjoy the wonderful joy that comes from Christmas lights and decorations.
New York Botanical Garden Winter Festivities
Through January 15, 2024
The New York Botanical Gardens (NYBG) is booming with excitement this holiday season! The Gardens offer various events and activities for all ages, such as a train show, "Bar Car Nights" and dining in the garden as well as the nighttime event NYBG GLOW to discover the beauty of the garden landscapes and historic buildings illuminated in the spirit of the holidays.
The Candy Cottage of Christmas Magic
Through January 3, 2024
Just a hop-skip-and-a-gumdrop from the world-famous ice-skating rink and iconic Christmas Tree at Rockefeller Center in the heart of Manhattan, the cozy Candy Cottage of Christmas Magic invites guests to explore its shelves of enchanting sweets and entertaining treats as the first stop of a jaw-dropping journey, including a holiday scavenger hunt around the storied Rockefeller Center, that ensures mouth-watering moments and the chance to make the very sweetest of holiday memories.
Bryant Park Winter Village
Through January 16, 2024
Nothing says winter like visiting the Bryant Park Winter Village, an iconic part of the winter festivities in NYC. The sheer number of vendors – more than 50! – is reason enough to stop by. There's food, apparel, art and jewelry shops and a little bit of something for everyone. The vendors surround an ice-skating rink, adding to the fun!
The Bronx Zoo Holiday Lights
Through January 7, 2024
During the evenings, the Bronx Zoo comes to life with holiday cheer as immersive light displays, custom-designed animal lanterns and animated light shows sparkle across the zoo. This year, you can experience new lantern displays showcasing the wildlife of New York’s ocean waters and wetlands, plus a new interactive experience celebrating bioluminescent creatures.
Victorian Christmas at the Octagon House
Through January 2, 2024
Celebrate the holiday season in this lyrical, eight-sided home surrounded by the sights of Christmas in 1872. The restored National Landmark is filled with elaborate holiday décor featuring wreaths, garlands, and the sparkle of ornaments on a grand Christmas Tree inside the salon. An interactive Christmas tour is followed by a performative reading from “A Christmas Carol” by Charles Dickens, adding to the Victorian-era Christmas celebration.