1. Holiday Train Show at the NYBG
Heather Cross
The Holiday Train Show at the New York Botanical Garden is an annual holiday tradition. Featuring model trains and over 140 replicas of New York City landmarks, the Holiday Train Show is a wonderful experience for children and adults. The Holiday Train Show is held indoors, making it a wonderful experience no matte what the weather is like outside.
2. Radio City Christmas Spectacular
MSG Entertainment
The Radio City Christmas Spectacular features the Rockettes and is sure to amaze and entertain the whole family. Radio City Christmas Spectacular tickets are $45 - $250 each, though discounts are available around the web. Performances from November 11 through January 2, 2012.
3. The Nutcracker: New York City Ballet
Paul Kolnik
The New York City Ballet continues its annual tradition of performing George Balanchine's "The Nutcracker" at Lincoln Center. Matinees are extremely popular and tickets go quickly. Tickets are $55-135, depending on performance and seats. Performances November 25 - December 31, 2011.
4. The New York Pops: Wish You a Swingin' Christmas
Enjoy the New York Pops annual holiday celebration at Carnegie Hall with carols and traditional favorites with John Pizzarelli and Jessica Molaskey.
5. Lincoln Center Holiday Events
- Red Hot Holiday Stomp - A New Orleans twist on classic holiday favorites with Wycliffe Gordon, Victor Goines, Don Vappie and friends.
- Holiday Brass - The Philharmonic’s Principal Brass Quintet and the West Point Band presents our annual holiday classic filled with wit, virtuosity, and the glorious music of the season.
- Handel's Messiah - New York Philharmonic
- National Chorale Messiah Sing-In
6. Holiday Events at the Cathedral of St. John the Divine
The Cathedral of St. John the Divine hosts a variety of musical and religious events throughout the month, including Advent services, children's workshops and their Peace Tree.
7. Christmas Events at the Riverside Church in the City of New York
Christmas carols and a Children's Christmas Pageant are among performances scheduled for December at the Riverside Church in the City of New York.
8. West Village Chorale: Messiah Sing and Caroling Walk
The West Village Chorale hosts its annual Handel's Messiah Sing and a Caroling Walk in mid-December.
