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Top 10 Holiday Activities in New York City and What to Wear

Top 10 Holiday Activities in New York City and What to Wear

The holiday season is in full swing, and Christmas in New York is truly nothing short of magical. And of course, you can shop for holiday looks at Woodbury Commons via our exclusive Woodbury shuttle. It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas, and we’re here with what to wear to the top 10 holiday activities in New York City.

1. The Rockefeller Center Tree & Ice Skating: Leggings from Lululemon/Cardigan from Polo Ralph Lauren Factory Store/Chunky Socks from Aerie

Visiting the iconic Christmas tree in Rockefeller Center and going ice skating in the city’s famous rink are some of the top holiday activities in New York City. When you go to Woodbury from New York, you can shop for high-rise leggings at Lululemon, a cable-knit cardigan at Polo Ralph Lauren Factory Store, and chunky socks at Aerie to wear to your festive Rockefeller Center experience.
Lululemon Groove Nulu Super-High-Rise Flared Pant Regular in Garnet
Lululemon: Groove Nulu Super-High-Rise Flared Pant Regular, Garnet
Photo: Lululemon
Polo Ralph Lauren Factory Store Cable-Knit Wool Crewneck Cardigan in Authentic Cream
Polo Ralph Lauren Factory Store: Cable-Knit Wool Crewneck Cardigan, Authentic Cream
Photo: Polo Ralph Lauren Factory Store
Aerie Fuzzy Crew Socks in Air White
Aerie: Aerie Fuzzy Crew Socks, Air White
Photo: Aerie
About Woodbury Common Premium Outlets:
Woodbury Common Premium Outlets is a one-of-a-kind shopping center in Woodbury, NY, only one hour outside of New York City. Woodbury Commons has over 250 highly esteemed designer outlets that consistently offer incredible deals. This mall is a savings goldmine for the savvy New York shopper.
Getting There:
If you’re wondering how to get to Woodbury Commons from Manhattan, we have just the ticket. Woodbury Bus, the best bus to Woodbury Commons, is located in Midtown, on the corner of West 51st. St. and Broadway. Our Woodbury Outlet shuttle guarantees reserved seating and early morning departures and afternoon/evening return trips! Don’t worry about navigating transportation during the busiest time of year; book your Woodbury Common tour with Woodbury Bus today!

2. The Christmas Spectacular Starring the Radio City Rockettes: Dress from Saks OFF 5th/Boots from Ganni/Necklace from David Yurman

One of the top 10 holiday activities in New York City is seeing the Christmas Spectacular starring the renowned Radio City Rockettes. During your Woodbury Common trip, you can find a holiday dress at Saks Off 5TH, calf leather boots at Ganni, and a silver chain necklace at David Yurman for your holly jolly night out.
Saks OFF 5TH Glitter Rib-Knit Sheath Dress in Red
Saks OFF 5TH: Glitter Rib-Knit Sheath Dress, Red
Photo: Saks OFF 5th
Ganni Calf Leather Low Chelsea Boot in Black
Ganni: Calf Leather Low Chelsea Boot, Black
Photo: Ganni
David Yurman DY Mercer Chain Necklace in Sterling Silver
David Yurman: DY Mercer Chain Necklace, Sterling Silver
Photo: David Yurman

3. The Bryant Park Winter Village: Winter Jacket from Gap Factory/Beanie from J.Crew Factory/Gloves from Tommy Hilfiger

One of the top 10 holiday activities in New York City is the extraordinary winter village at Bryant Park. (More than 180 holiday shops and food vendors are featured every year!) During your Woodbury Common travel, you can snag a winter faux-fur jacket at Gap Factory, a soft beanie at J. Crew Factory, and leather gloves at Tommy Hilfiger for the wintry day at the park.
Gap Factory 100% Recycled Relaxed Faux-Fur Jacket in Terra Brown
Gap Factory: 100 % Recycled Relaxed Faux-Fur Jacket, Terra Brown
Photo: Gap Factory
J. Crew Factory Rib Pom-pom Beanie in Supersoft Yarn in Hthr Natural
J. Crew Factory: Ribbed Pom-pom Beanie in Supersoft Yarn, Hthr Natural
Photo: J. Crew Factory
Tommy Hilfiger Striped Knit Leather Glove in Corp Mix
Tommy Hilfiger: Stripe Knit Leather Glove, Corp Mix
Photo: Tommy Hilfiger

4. The Lightscape at the Brooklyn Botanic Garden: Puffer Jacket from True Religion Outlet/Bag from FOSSIL/Jeans from Joe’s Jeans

The gorgeous illuminated trail at Brooklyn’s Botanic Garden is comprised of lights galore, making this one of the top 10 holiday activities in New York City. When you take our Woodbury Commons bus from Manhattan, you can shop for a puffer jacket at True Religion Outlet, a hobo bag at FOSSIL, and oversized jeans at Joe’s Jeans for your merry lightscape festivities.
True Religion Outlet Faux Patent Leather Hooded Puffer Jacket in White
True Religion Outlet: Faux Patent Leather Hooded Puffer Jacket, White
Photo: True Religion Outlet
FOSSIL Jolie Leather Hobo Bag in Brown
FOSSIL: Jolie Leather Hobo Bag, Brown
Photo: FOSSIL
Joe’s Jeans The Ryan Oversized Baggy Jeans in Pinnacle
Joe’s Jeans: The Ryan Oversized Baggy Jeans, Pinnacle
Photo: Joe’s Jeans

5. The Holiday Lights at Dyker Heights: Crew Neck Sweater from American Eagle Outfitters/ Stud Earrings from Kate Spade New York/Tailored Pants from Abercrombie & Fitch

The stunning holiday lights at Dyker Heights will definitely reign in Christmas spirit, and it’s one of the top 10 holiday activities in New York City. After your Woodbury Commons bus trip, you can visit the outlets and find a holiday crew neck sweater at American Eagle Outfitters, stud earrings at Kate Spade New York, and tailored pants at Abercrombie & Fitch for your Dyker Heights holiday look.
American Eagle Outfitters AE Whoah So Soft Crew Neck Sweater in Red
American Eagle Outfitters: AE Whoa So Soft Crew Neck Sweater, Red
Photo: American Eagle Outfitters
Kate Spade New York Shine Me Up Studs Boxed Set in Red Multi
Kate Spade New York: Shine Me Up Studs Boxed Set, Red Multi
Photo: Kate Spade New York
Abercrombie & Fitch Women’s A & F Quinn Tailored Straight Pant in Oatmeal
Abercrombie & Fitch: Women’s A&F Quinn Tailored Straight Pant, Oatmeal
Photo: Abercrombie & Fitch

6. Dinner at Rolf’s German Restaurant: Short Sleeve Tee from Ann Taylor Factory Store/Ankle Boot Pants from Ann Taylor Factory Store/Wristlet from Coach Outlet

One of the top 10 holiday activities in New York City is going to dinner at Rolf’s German Restaurant since Rolf’s goes all out with Christmas decorations. During your Woodbury Common Premium Outlets tour, you can shop for a sequin short sleeve tee at Ann Taylor Factory Store, metallic ankle boot pants at Ann Taylor Factory Store, and a zip wristlet at Coach Outlet for your shimmery dinner at Rolf’s.
Ann Taylor Factory Store Sequin Short Sleeve Tee in Gingham Red
Ann Taylor Factory Store: Sequin Short Sleeve Tee, Gingham Red
Photo: Ann Taylor Factory Store
Ann Taylor Factory Store The Ankle Boot Pant in Metallic Faux Leather in Silver Metallic
Ann Taylor Factory Store: The Ankle Boot Pant in Metallic Faux Leather, Silver Metallic
Photo: Ann Taylor Factory Store
Coach Outlet Zip Corner Wristlet in Signature Canvas with Stripe
Coach Outlet: Corner Zip Wristlet, Signature Canvas with Stripe
Photo: Coach Outlet

7. Elf the Musical on Broadway: Sweater Dress from Forever 21/Zip Boots from Stuart Weitzman/Wool Coat from J. Crew Factory Z

Elf is bringing his Christmas cheer to the stage, and it’s one of the top 10 holiday activities in New York City. During your Woodbury Common Premium Outlets shopping tour from Manhattan, you can shop for a turtleneck sweater dress at Forever 21, tall zip boots at Stuart Weitzman, and a wool coat at J. Crew Factory for a Christmas night on Broadway.
Forever 21 Turtleneck Mini Sweater Dress in Vanilla
Forever 21: Turtleneck Mini Sweater Dress, Vanilla
Photo: Forever 21
Stuart Weitzman Esme Zip Boot in Calf Leather/Black
Stuart Weitzman: Esme Zip Boot, Calf Leather/Black
Photo: Stuart Weitzman
J. Crew Factory Savoy Topcoat in Italian Wool-Blend Melton in Soft Brown
J. Crew Factory: Savoy Topcoat in Italian Wool-Blend Melton, Soft Brown
Photo: J. Crew Factory

8. The Grand Central Holiday Fair: Men’s Plaid Shirt from Vineyard Vines/Men’s Straight Jeans from Abercrombie & Fitch/Men’s Boots from Skechers

Grand Central is always a beaut to visit, and the terminal now has a spectacular holiday market as well. When you go from New York to Woodbury, you can find the men’s flannel plaid shirt at Vineyard Vines, men’s straight jeans at Abercrombie & Fitch, and men’s boots at Skechers for your fab day at the fair.
Vineyard Vines: Men’s Vineyard Flannel Plaid Shirt, Nautical Navy PLD
Photo: Vineyard Vines
Abercrombie & Fitch Men’s Athletic Straight Jean in Medium Wash
Abercrombie & Fitch: Men’s Athletic Straight Jean, Medium Wash
Photo: Abercrombie & Fitch
Skechers Men’s Skechers Slip-ins Relaxed Fit:Pollard-Waylon in Red/Brown
Skechers: Men’s Skechers Slip-ins Relaxed Fit: Pollard-Waylon, Red/Brown
Photo: Skechers

9. The Washington Square Park Tree Lighting: Men’s Vest from Lululemon/Men’s Hoodie from Abercrombie & Fitch/ Men’s boots from NIKE Factory Store

You can take in all the Christmas vibes downtown (carols included) at the Washington Square Park Tree lighting, which is one of the top 10 holiday activities in New York City. During your round trip to Woodbury Outlets, you can shop for the men’s vest at Lululemon, the men’s hoodie at Abercrombie & Fitch, and the men’s Burgundy boots at NIKE Factory Store for the sparkling night.
Lululemon Men’s Wunder Puff Vest in Espresso
Lululemon: Men’s Wunder Puff Vest, Espresso
Photo: Lululemon
Abercrombie & Fitch Men’s YPB neoKnit MAX Popover in Black
Abercrombie & Fitch: Men’s YPB neoKnit MAX Popover, Black
Photo: Abercrombie & Fitch
NIKE Factory Store Men’s Air Max Goadome Boots in Deep Burgundy
NIKE Factory Store: Men’s Air Max Goadome Boots, Deep Burgundy
Photo: NIKE Factory Store

10. The Holiday Harbor Lights Cruise: Velvet Jacket from Polo Ralph Lauren Factory Store/Jumpsuit from Saks OFF 5TH/Metallic Heels from Ann Taylor Factory Store

One of the top 10 holiday activities in New York City is the holiday harbor lights cruise; you can soak up the views amidst the lights, garland, Christmas trees, and seasonal cocktails. After you take our shuttle to Woodbury, you can find a velvet jacket at Polo Ralph Lauren Factory Store, a jumpsuit at Saks OFF 5TH, and metallic heels at Ann Taylor Factory Store for the beautiful cruise around the harbor.
Polo Ralph Lauren Factory Store Velvet Quilted Down Jacket in Polo Black
Polo Ralph Lauren Factory Store: Velvet Quilted Down Jacket, Polo Black
Photo: Polo Ralph Lauren Factory Store
Saks OFF 5TH Shimmer & Shine Sparkle Jumpsuit in Gold Shimmer
Saks OFF 5TH: Shimmer & Shine Sparkle Jumpsuit, Gold Shimmer
Photo: Saks OFF 5TH
Ann Taylor Factory Store Metallic Nip Toe Kitten Heel Pumps in Silver
Ann Taylor Factory Store: Metallic Nip Toe Kitten Heel Pumps, Silver
Photo: Ann Taylor Factory Store
Magic is in the air this holiday season, and when you take our Woodbury Common coach, you can shop for holiday looks to wear to the top 10 holiday activities in New York City. Book your festive shopping trip with Woodbury Bus today!