Holiday Under The Stars
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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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.