December Events Part 3 Dec 16th – Dec 23rd

So, we have made it into the 3rd week of December, the holidays are here! Still got a lot to go until the end of the year. If you still have holiday shopping to do, going to these Holiday markets are a great idea! We wanted to share more information about this week of December and then a list of our Hand Selected Events. Please enjoy the read and give us a review about your experience here.

Special days of the week

December 16 - National Chocolate Covered Anything Day

December 17 - National Maple Syrup Day

December 18 - Bake Cookies Day

December 19 - Oatmeal Muffin Day

December 20 - Go Caroling Day

December 21- Crossword Puzzle Day

December 22 - National Date Nut Bread Day

December 23 - Roots Day

Astoria Holiday Market

At the subway station “Astoria Boulevard” you will find the Astoria Market. In the main hall of the Bohemian Hall & Beer Garden you can stroll over to a flea market where you can buy products from local designers and artists. Astoria Market is to Queens what Chelsea Market is to Manhattan.  

Time: December 18, 2022 - Hours: 12 – 6 pm

Location: Bohemian Hall and Beer Garden, 29-19 24th Avenue, Astoria, NY 11102

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Lighting the World's Largest Hanukkah Menorahs

In Manhattan and Brooklyn, there is a small competition for the world’s largest Hanukkah Menorah. On December 22nd, the Jewish “Festival of Lights” begins and this starts with the lighting of the largest Menorah in the world. The gold, 400-pound, 32-foot steel structure can be admired both in front of the Plaza Hotel in Manhattan and at the Grand Army Plaza in Brooklyn. The lighting of the Menorah is one of the great events in NYC in December. Music is played and food is offered as well. 

Time: In Manhattan, the event begins at 5:30 pm, on Fridays at 3:30 pm and Saturdays at 8:00 pm. Brooklyn, the lights will be on at 6:00 pm, on Friday at 3:30 pm and on Saturday at 7:00 pm. 

Location: Fifth Avenue and 59th Street, right outside of the Plaza Hotel at 5:30 pm every night. 

Information: Website

Hanukkah Sameach! (Happy Hanukkah!)

Numeral Arrival at Times Square

Everyone knows the famous illuminated year on the top of Times Square. But few know that you can take photos of it while standing in front of it! Every December at the “Numeral Arrival”, it is placed in Times Square for a few days before it is lifted up to the famous ball that drops on New Year’s Eve. This is a great opportunity for photos!

Time: December 20th- 23rd, 11 am to 11:59pm

Location: TSq Plaza 46-47, Broadway btwn 46th-47th St, New York, NY 10036

Information: Website

Grand Holiday Bazaar

During the holiday season, Grand Bazaar hosts a seasonal version of its iconic flea market. The curated market takes place on Sundays on Manhattan’s Upper West Side yearlong but pulls out all the stops during the holiday season. Anyone interested in furniture, vintage clothing, jewelry, and crafts will feel like they are in a Yuletide paradise here. Be sure to come hungry!

Time: December 18, 2022

Location: 100 West 77th St., NY, NY 10024 (at Columbus Avenue)

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Take a trip through the Heart of Central Park

Join Central Park Conservancy guides as they provide insider knowledge on the historical and architectural elements that make this urban landscape a national treasure. This tour stops at some of Central Park’s most famous landmarks, including Conservatory Water, Loeb Boathouse, Bethesda Terrace, Bow Bridge, Cherry Hill, the Lake, and Strawberry Fields. Bring your camera and prepare to fall in love with New York all over again!

Time: Monday, December 19 at 11am  and Thursday, December 22 at 11 am

Location: East 72nd Street at Fifth Avenue

Information: Website

Moonlight Ride through Central Park with Photo Stops

Enjoy the sights, beauty, and tranquility of New York City's Central Park from the comfort of an evening carriage ride. Explore the landmark green space and see historic sites such as Wollman Rink, Sheep Meadow, The Loeb Boathouse Restaurant, Bethesda Terrace and Fountain, Bow Bridge, the American Museum of Natural History, Tavern On The Green, and more. Along the way, your guide will also point out spots from some of your favorite movies.

Time: Check availability on website

Location: Top Hat NY Horse & Carriage Rides, W 59th St and, 6th Ave, New York, NY 

Information: Website

From our Family to yours, enjoy this holiday month of December, stay warm and know you’ll always get gold with WJFNY!