Holiday Under the Stars
Shops at Columbus Circle 10 Columbus Circle
Celebrate the holiday season at the Shops at Columbus Circle!
Enjoy festive programming for all ages, plus elevated holiday shopping and dining at the Shops at Columbus Circle, located catty-corner from the southwest entrance to Central Park.
Holiday Under the Stars Light Shows
Experience the city's largest indoor holiday light display, featuring 300,000 twinkling lights and 44 illuminated 14-foot color-changing stars performing choreographed shows set to music.
When: November 10, 2025 – January 4, 2026 | Every 30 minutes from 5PM to midnight
Location: Great Room and throughout The Shops at Columbus Circle
Cost: Free
Broadway Under the Stars
Don't miss these free live performances from hit Broadway shows like The Lion King, Hell’s Kitchen, Moulin Rouge! The Musical, Chicago, MAMMA MIA!, and more, featuring intimate musical numbers and exclusive cast Q&As hosted by Broadway alum George Psomas. Visit our Broadway Under the Stars page for more info.
When: Thursdays | November 13, 20; December 4, 11, 18 | 5-6 PM
Location: 2nd Floor Stage
Cost: Free
Jazz at Lincoln Center’s WeBop Holiday Jazz Jam
Enjoy interactive, family-friendly live jazz performances by Jazz at Lincoln Center’s award-winning early-childhood program, designed for kids ages 8 months to 8 years (but all are welcome!) to sing and swing with their caregivers.
When: December 10 & 13 (11:30AM & 1:30PM); December 17 (12:30PM); December 19 (11:30AM)
Location: 2nd Floor Stage
Cost: Free
Wreath Making Workshops
Get creative via hands-on sessions with local floral studio Flowers by Special Arrangement and craft Thanksgiving or holiday-themed wreaths in three sizes (including kids' version) with customizable décor options.
When: Tuesdays | November 11 – December 23 | 6-7 PM
Location: 2nd Floor
Cost: From $65 (Tickets must be purchased by Saturday at midnight before your selected Tuesday class) Get Tickets
Ceramic Ornament Painting Workshops
Personalize traditional ceramic globe ornaments to take home using stencils, paints, and decorative materials in workshops led by Color Me Mine Upper West Side.
When: Mondays & Fridays | November 10 – December 19 | 4-8 PM
Location: 2nd Floor
Cost: From $35 (reservations required) Get Tickets
Santa’s Secret by Voss Events
Discover this immersive adult holiday speakeasy experience with a hidden bar and variety show featuring live music, burlesque, fine dining and cocktails. Ages 21+.
When: November 13 – December 31 | (times vary)
Location: 4th Floor
Cost: From $69.87 per ticket (reservations required) Get Tickets
Passport to Santa by Voss Events
Bring the whole family for an adventure starting at the North Pole with passport stamps, enchanted worlds, games, character meet-and-greets, festive challenges, and a photo with Santa.
When: Select dates | November 15 – December 31
Location: 4th Floor
Cost: From $49 (reservations required)