NYC Events November 19

Name: NYBG Holiday Train Show
Start: 2025-11-15
End: 2026-01-11
Location: New York Botanical Garden

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New York Botanical Garden Holiday Train Show

November 15, 2025 – January 11, 2026

A dazzling and detailed replica of Manhattan, made entirely from plants, leaves, seeds and bark. There are at least 14 electric trains running in loops around the city, which showcases more than 175 scaled iconic buildings and structures such as the Brooklyn Bridge, Yankee Stadium, and the Statue of Liberty. The exhibit is great for both kids and adults, and makes an especially beautiful date night with cocktails on “Bar Car Nights” in December. Located in the Bronx, accessible by Subway and Metro North.

Tickets: Holiday Train Show All-Garden Pass (good for Holiday Train Show and grounds 10am-5pm, not for Glow or other evening events)

Just like NYC, twinkling lights go on at night with both city and holiday lights. All NYC landmarks and buildings are created entirely from botanical “ingredients” such as, orange slices, cinnamon sticks, poppy pods, pine cones, berries, mushrooms, nuts, bark, leaves twigs and dozens of other plant parts. Humming along between familiar sites such as the Statue of Liberty and Rockefeller Center, large-scale model trains cover a quarter-mile of track to bring life to this traditional holiday landscape. The Holiday Train Show @ NYBG is definitely one of those “not-to-be-missed” and “only in NYC” unique and memory-creating things to do for couples, families and children.

Christmas Spectacular Starring the Rockettes

Nov 6, 2025 – Jan 4, 2026 (Tickets On Sale April)
Daily @ 11am, 2pm, 5pm, 8pm (some variations)

Great Seats: Christmas Spectacular Starring the Radio City Rockettes
Insider Guide: Rockettes and Radio City Music Hall Guide

With up to 5 shows per day on weekends, the Rockettes are a tradition during the NYC Holiday Season for more than 75 years. Don’t miss the signature eye-high kicks, precision choreography and exciting, show-stopping numbers – including one with Santa.

Rockettes Tour Packages

Holiday Markets in NYC

Explore the top holiday markets in NYC, sip hot cocoa, ice skate and shop your way through our fantastic holiday bazaars, featuring unique artisan gifts for the whole family. We review Grand Central Holiday Market, Union Square Holiday Market, Shops at Winter Village Bryant Park, flea markets, Holiday Markets Shopping Tours and more. Cross off your holiday shopping list with our full season Guide to Holiday Markets in NYC

Holiday Shops at Bryant Park – October 24, 2025 – early Jan 2026
Grand Central Holiday Fair – November 10 – December 24, 2025
Union Square Holiday Market – November 13 – December 24
Columbus Circle Holiday Market – December 2-31, 2025

Disney on Ice Magic in the Stars

Nov 1-5, 2023 @ Prudential Center (NJ)
Nov 15-19 @ UBS Arena

Tickets: Disney on Ice
More Info: Disney on Ice

Concerts & Shows

NYC Concerts Hot Sellers

Lady Gaga – March 19-20 & April 13, 2026 @ MSG
Ariana Grande – July 12, 13, 16, 18 & 19, 2026 @ Barclays Center
Bon Jovi – July 7-26 (varied dates), 2026 @ MSG
Cardi B – March 25-26, 2026 @ MSG
John Oliver & Seth Meyers – Jan 25, March 15, Apr 19, May 31, June 14, 2026 @ Beacon Theatre
Jerry Seinfeld – April 11, 2026 @ Prudential Center (NJ)!

NYC November Events & Things to Do

What to Wear in NYC in November – New York Weather November

The short answer? Everything! Average temperatures range from the mid-40s to mid-50s F, but can also shoot up into the high 70s. Millions of dedicated Thanksgiving parade-goers have watched in everything from umbrellas through rain, sleet and snow; to short-sleeved shirts. It’s hard to advise on what to wear this time of year. Before packing, consult with a weather website, but always include outfits with layers this time of year, along with basics like hat, scarf, gloves, waterproof boots/shoes and a small knapsack for dumping layers into while walking around.

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