Holiday hits: family edition

The holidays are better together. These family-approved New York shows mix magic, music, and plenty of joy for an unforgettable day out.

Poster of A Christmas Carol in New York.

A Christmas Carol

Ages 8+

Ebenezer Scrooge gets a supernatural wakeup call that reminds him what the season is all about. Classic holiday play with heart, snow, and a reminder to be kinder than you were yesterday.

Christmas by Candlelight

Ages 4+

Carols, warm storytelling, and flickering candlelight create a concert that feels like stepping inside a holiday card—simple, glowing, and full of tradition.

Poster of The Magic Flute - Holiday Presentation in New York.

The Magic Flute - Holiday Presentation

86%

118 ratings

Mozart meets holiday tradition in a performance built to feel magical and celebratory. A perfect choice for anyone who wants their festive outing to feel elegant.

Poster of Chamber Music Society of Lincoln Center: Vivaldi's Four Seasons in New York.

Chamber Music Society of Lincoln Center: Vivaldi's Four Seasons

Ages 8+

These musicians bring winter to life through music that feels crisp, bright, and timeless. Vivaldi’s score makes the season feel cinematic even without a single word spoken.

Poster of Disney Tim Burton's The Nightmare Before Christmas Light Trail in New York.

Disney Tim Burton's The Nightmare Before Christmas Light Trail

Step straight into Jack Skellington’s world as glowing installations guide you from Halloween Town to holiday cheer. It’s the perfect mix of spooky charm and merry mischief.

Poster of Big Apple Circus in New York.

Big Apple Circus

High-flying acrobatics, clever clowning, and up-close spectacle make this one-ring circus a standout holiday outing for kids who love big thrills without big scares.

Poster of A Christmas Carol the Musical in New York.

A Christmas Carol the Musical

86%

205 ratings

Ages 9+

This musical retelling brings Dickens’s classic to life with big melodies, lively choreography, and a more colorful, family-forward spin on Scrooge’s journey—less Victorian, more Broadway sparkle.