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HOLIDAY UNDER THE STARS

 

This holiday season, The Shops at Columbus Circle transforms into a joyful destination with a spectacular display of lights, festive programming for all ages, and elevated holiday shopping and dining experiences in the heart of Manhattan.

dazzling star shows nightly at 5pm

NOVEMBER 10-JANUARY 4

The iconic Holiday Under The Stars returns bringing festive brilliance to the Upper West Side. Featuring 300,000 twinkling lights and 44 illuminated stars, the display transforms the center into a dazzling kaleidoscope of color. In the Great Room, color-changing stars perform choreographed light shows every 30 minutes from 5PM to midnight, set against a backdrop of shimmering garlands. Additional glowing stars suspended throughout the Ground Floor, along with sparkling photo moments, offer guests a magical holiday experience.

BROADWAY UNDER THE STARS

NOVEMBER 13 & 20 | 5-6PM

DECEMBER 4, 11, 18 | 5-6PM

2ND FLOOR STAGE

Enjoy live, free Broadway performances from renowned shows, including exclusive Q&As with cast members by Broadway alum, George Psomas. This year’s line-up includes new Tony award-winning productions like Maybe Happy Ending and Hell’s Kitchen, alongside beloved Broadway classics like Chicago, The Lion King, Moulin Rouge! The Musical and more.

JAZZ AT LINCOLN CENTER’S WEBOP HOLIDAY JAZZ JAM

DECEMBER 10 & 13 | 11:30AM & 1:30PM

DECEMBER 17 | 12:30PM

DECEMBER 19 | 11:30AM

2ND FLOOR STAGE

Join WeBop, Jazz at Lincoln Center’s award-winning early-childhood education program, for interactive, holiday-themed live jazz performances. These festive and free shows invite young music lovers and their caregivers to swing and sing along with talented musicians right in The Shops.

WREATH MAKING WORKSHOPS

TUESDAYS | NOVEMBER 11-DECEMBER 23 | 6-7PM

2ND FLOOR

Join local family-owned floral studio, Flowers by Special Arrangement, to craft your own festive wreath in Thanksgiving or Holiday themes – a joyful experience as you prep for the holidays. Guests can choose from three wreath sizes and décor options, as well as a children’s version.

CERAMIC ORNAMENT PAINTING WORKSHOPS

MONDAYS & FRIDAYS | NOVEMBER 10-DECEMBER 19 | 4-8PM

2ND FLOOR

Get creative this holiday season with hands-on ceramic ornament painting led by Color Me Mine Upper West Side. Guests can personalize traditional ceramic globe ornaments using stenciling techniques, paints and other decorative materials.

SANTA’S SECRET BY VOSS EVENTS

NOVEMBER 13-DECEMBER 31

4TH FLOOR

Experience an immersive holiday speakeasy hidden inside a dazzling winter wonderland. Wander through a maze of twinkling installations before uncovering a hidden bar and a jaw-dropping variety show featuring live music, burlesque, and festive cocktails.

exclusive shopping & dining

From elevated shopping to world-class dining, enjoy the best of the season under one roof—and make it a true holiday outing with festive décor, live entertainment and family-friendly programming. Plus, discover curated gift guides for everyone on your list – coming soon.

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