35 Free Holiday and Christmas Events in NYC for Kids

This week's picks for NYC parents from Mommy Poppins. [LATEST]( | [CALENDAR]( Sponsored Scrambling to baste the turkey, roast the carrots, and pick up the kids?[Fridge No More]( delivers groceries in 15 minutes. Get 50% off using the code [MMPP50](. RECENT ARTICLES [35 Free Holiday and Christmas Events in NYC for Kids]( [The Nutcracker at Brookfield Place is always charming and free! Photo courtesy of Brookfield Place] With Christmas, Thanksgiving, and Hanukkah all fast approaching, New York City is gearing up for its most magical season. Some of our favorite annual events happen this time of the year, and between [finding the best Thanksgiving meal]( and [embarking on some epic holiday adventures]( things can get expensive. So, we've rounded up 35 FREE holiday and Christmas activities to enjoy now through New Year's Eve. Consider it our holiday gift to you! For more things to do in New York City this season, be sure to check out our [Holiday Guide]( and our always-up-to-date [Activity Calendar](. [Read more.]( [Holiday Break Camps, Live Shows, and Classes To Book Now for NYC Preschoolers, Kids, & Teens]( [Book your tickets for Owen and Mzee The Musical to learn the inspiring true story of a baby hippo and a giant tortoise. Photo courtesy of the show] We're on the cusp of the holiday season, and our [NYC Activity Calendar]( bursts with fun things to do. Whether you're looking for a special holiday show to treat the kids, or need some help entertaining your brood over the upcoming holiday break, we're here to help. We've got live, local shows, classes, camps, and even sessions at a play space, which can all be booked onlines straight from our site—a few simple clicks on the listings below and you're ready to go! You'll also find an amazing array of virtual and [online classes]( available as well, from music to Manga. Signing up for kids' activities has never been easier! [Read more.]( [Macy's Santaland NYC: When and How to See Santa at Herald Square in 2021]( [Santa invites young visitors to step into his office and share their wishlists at Macy's Santaland in 2021.] There are few places to see Santa in New York City that compare with [Macy's Santaland]( so we were filled with Christmas joy when we learned the [magical holiday experience]( was returning for the 2021 holiday season. There's a reason it lands on our list of [holiday must-do's]( annually. While your Santa photo-op looks a little different in 2021, the Macy's Santaland experience is no less magical. We got a sneak peek at the display and it still overflows with its usual cheer, including live "elves," an enchanted forest, animatronic toys, and a train display. As in previous years, visitors must book a FREE reservation to visit Santa at Santaland, which requires some planning but does mean a much shorter wait when you get there. Read on for everything you need to know about visiting Santaland in 2021 and find more holiday fun in our [Guide to Christmas and the Holidays in NYC](. [Read more.]( [Find the best things to do in NYC this November.]( [Zoom into classes, camps, shows, and more for all ages.]( [Scenic Holiday Day Trips]( [10 Family-Friendly Farms]( [Christmas Trains near NYC]( [NYC Thanksgiving Guide]( [Twitter]( [Instagram]( [Facebook]( [Pinterest]( Copyright © 2021 Mommy Poppins, All rights reserved. You are getting this email because you subscribed to our newsletters on MommyPoppins.com Our mailing address is: Mommy Poppins 511 Avenue of the Americas #504New York, New York 10011 [Add us to your address book]( Want to change how you receive these emails? You can [update your preferences]( or [unsubscribe from this list](.