These holiday happenings at Brookfield Place will keep you coming back all season long

With live performances, ice skating and Selfies with Santa, Brookfield Place is NYC’s best-kept “secret” shopping and dining spot
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Photograph: Courtesy of Brookfield Place
Written by Laura Pitcher for Time Out in partnership with Brookfield Place
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The good news for those who love the holiday season (and bad news for those who believe Christmas music should only be played starting Christmas Eve) is that the holidays really begin from November onwards. That’s when many of the memories are made, gifts are bought and plans are finalized. Thankfully, it’s also when Brookfield Place, the best shopping and dining destination in New York, transforms into a family-friendly holiday experience.

Don’t get us wrong. Brookfield Place, the best-kept “secret” shopping spot in Battery Park City, has exciting events happening year-round, but the line-up this December also makes it a must-visit spot for the holidays. Brookfield Place is a rare place where both the holiday planners and enthusiasts can spend the day together getting into the holiday spirit (in whatever way works for everyone). Whether it’s getting drinks and dining out, or enjoying entertainment and family activities, there’s plenty for everyone to do and get involved in. Plus, regardless of the holiday season, there’s always a wide range of dining options and a chic, curated collection of shops to discover, with labels you’ll love and your next favorite piece (or pieces) waiting for you.

From ice skating and live musical performances in the Winter Garden to gift wrapping and Selfies with Santa, here’s what will bring you back to Brookfield Place all season long.

 

Icy fun at The Rink

Brookfield Place’s The Rink offers the best skating experience in New York. From now until March 2026, enjoy winter on the water with festive activities for the whole family and skyline views that make the winter chill feel welcoming. Open Monday to Friday from 4pm to 8:45pm, and Saturday and Sunday (and holidays) from 9am to 9:15pm, you can buy tickets for an exhilarating skating session, book private lessons or even host your next corporate outing, birthday party or special event on the ice.

Christmas classics

What is the holiday season without a selfie with Santa? From now through Christmas Eve at Brookfield Place, everyone’s invited to snap a complimentary photo with the jolly man in red himself. There, among crafts, candy canes and a sprinkle of merriment, Santa’s helpers will check you in before the big meeting. On select days, you can even bring your pup for a fur-tastic photo op!

Holiday harmonies

Also in the Winter Garden, you’ll find a merry concert series featuring talented musicians, including Mafer Bandola & Friends, Troy Simms and Brooklyn Klezmer Trio playing a variety of seasonal favorites. Hum along to holiday spirit-inducing harmonies during lunchtime on Tuesdays, from noon to 1pm on December 2, 9 and 16. You’ll also be able to sample whisky from Islay, Scotland at the Bruichladdich Distillery Holiday Whisky Pop-up from December 10 to 12. Music and a drink? This year, shopping will be a relaxing breeze!

Get gift-giving ready

You are bound to find the perfect present for anyone and everyone at Brookfield Place. And once you do, you don’t even have to take them home, rip off the price tags and search for that rogue roll of wrapping paper to make it gift-giving ready. Brookfield Place will have a gift wrap station ready and waiting for you from now to Christmas Eve. That’s plenty of time to get your presents packed, wrapped and stacked under the tree.

Make sure to take advantage of Brookfield Place’s special “Spend & Receive” limited-time offer while you check items off your shopping list.

There are even more Holiday Happenings at Brookfield Place, so grab your friends and family, set your calendars and don't miss the joy.

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