SantaCon returns to NYC, a festive pub crawl supporting charities, starting from Broadway and 39th St. at 10 a.m. with guidelines in place and alcohol banned on certain trains.

The Rockefeller Center Christmas tree in NYC was lit, drawing a crowd to kick off the holiday season. The 75-foot Norway Spruce, adorned with over 50,000 LEDs, will remain illuminated into the New Year.

The Big Apple Circus, featuring ringmaster Brett Alters, offers a blend of classic acts and modern spectacles, including the Flying Maluendas' rare quadruple somersault.

KATSEYE, an all-girl music group, played sold-out NYC shows on Nov. 21-22, followed by high secondary market ticket demand. They're known for their rapid rise and advocacy on social issues.

The 99th Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade will feature giant balloons, floats, and performances in NYC, with security and transportation advisories in effect.

Saks Fifth Avenue has revived its holiday light show and window displays in Manhattan, featuring music from Paul McCartney and Rihanna, and performances by the Radio City Rockettes.

New York's Times Square introduced The Constellation Ball for New Year's Eve, featuring 5,280 Waterford crystals and LED lights, alongside a $550 million One Times Square revamp, including new attractions and the "Premium Ball Experience."

The cast of "Hamilton" performed "My Shot" in a street performance in NYC, celebrating the musical's 10th anniversary, which has won 11 Tonys and a Pulitzer Prize since 2015.

The "Lightscape" show at Brooklyn Botanic Garden features a redesigned trail with 19 light installations, interactive elements, and special dining options, running through January 4, 2026.

The Radio City Rockettes celebrated their 100th anniversary by renaming a part of Sixth Avenue to "Rockettes Way" and unveiled plans for their centennial Christmas Spectacular.

Bryant Park's Winter Village has opened for the 2025-2026 season, featuring a holiday market, free ice skating rink, and a food hall. It runs from October 24 through January 4.

Misty Copeland performed her final show with the American Ballet Theatre, celebrating her ground-breaking career and her influence on diversity in ballet.

Bon Jovi announced their "Forever Tour" starting in 2026, with a notable four-night stint at New York's Madison Square Garden. The tour follows frontman Jon Bon Jovi's vocal cord surgery and will include stops in the UK and Ireland.