Holiday Under the Stars

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)