23 NYC Christmas Tree and Holiday Tree Lightings 2024

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Nothing rings in the holiday season like a Christmas tree lighting! Check out these tree lightings around New York and kick off the holiday season the right way with your family.

23 Christmas Tree and Holiday Tree Lightings 2024

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Here at New York Family, we could not love the holidays more and that’s why we’ve created A Very Merry New York Family Holiday Guide! We’ve got everything you need to make 2024 your family’s best holiday ever: Christmas, Hanukkah, and Kwanzaa events, tree lightings, holiday light shows, gift guide, holiday shopping ideas, books, movies, elf ideas and so much more!!

Manhattan

All-American Christmas Tree Lighting
FOX Square, 1211 Avenue of the Americas, New York
Friday, Nov. 22, 5 pm
All ages
Free

FOX News Media will present its fifth annual “All-American Christmas Tree Lighting” during a special edition of The Five. Co-hosts Harold Ford Jr., Greg Gutfeld, Dana Perino, Judge Jeanine Pirro, Jessica Tarlov and Jesse Watters will light the tree on FOX Square outside the network’s New York City headquarters along with a live performance from American singer songwriter Gavin DeGraw. Standing at 50 feet tall, FNM’s All-American Christmas Tree will be decorated with 18,000 ornaments and 340,000 warm white, true white and red lights.

The Seaport Holiday Tree Lighting
Seaport Square, Between Pier 16 & 17, Downtown Manhattan
Tuesday, Dec. 3, 3 – 7 pm
All Ages
Free

Festive photo ops. Live music. Holiday shopping and cozy beverages. This year’s Holiday Tree Lighting ceremony is a celebration of community, music, and holiday cheer. The festivities begin at 3 pm with Maum Market, where you can shop a pop-up of holiday finds while a live DJ spins festive tunes. From 6-7 pm, enjoy lively performances and surprise appearances. The evening builds to a countdown to light the tree at 7 pm, illuminating Seaport Square for the holiday season.

Christmas Tree Lighting at The Rink
Bank of America Winter Village at Bryant Park, 41st St. and 6th Ave., Midtown
Tuesday, Dec. 3, 6 pm
All Ages
Free
Enjoy live performances before the lighting of the spectacular tree.

Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree Lighting
Rockefeller Center, 45 Rockefeller Plaza, Midtown
Wednesday, Dec. 4, 7 pm
All Ages
Free

The annual Rockefeller Center Tree Lighting Ceremony will take place during the live broadcast of “Christmas at Rockefeller Center”. The 2024 Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree will be lit daily from 5 am-midnight. On Christmas Eve the Tree will be lit for 24 hours. On New Year’s Eve, it will be lit from 5 am-9 pm. The Tree will be on view through mid-January.

New York Stock Exchange Tree Lighting
New York Stock Exchange, 11 Wall Street, Financial District
Thursday, Dec. 5, 3 – 7 pm
All Ages
Free

This festive evening features the iconic NYSE Christmas Tree, live music performances, and various activations.

28th Annual Central Park Holiday Lighting
Charles A. Dana Discovery Center, Central Park N., East Harlem
Thursday, Dec. 5, 5:30 pm
All Ages
Free

Celebrate the season with the 28th Annual Holiday Lighting in Central Park! Meet Santa and friends, sing carols on the plaza, and warm up with hot cocoa while enjoying a variety of seasonal activities. The event concludes with the lighting of a flotilla of trees on the Harlem Meer. Please note: This event will take place rain, snow, or shine.

Psst… Check out the 2024 Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree in NYC – Sneak Peek at What Families Can Expect!

Winter Celebration and Tree Lighting
Morningside Park, Morningside Dr., Morningside Heights
Saturday, Dec. 7, 4 – 6 pm
All Ages
Free

Please join Friends of Morningside Park, The Holiday Band, and the incredible neighborhood for an evening of jazz and merriment as they light up the tallest living tree in a NYC park. The Tree will be lit promptly at 6 pm. Seasonal treats and temporary tattoos for the whole family.

Holiday on the Hudson
Riverside Park Conservancy, 125th St. & Marginal St., Upper West Side
Saturday, Dec. 7, 4:30 – 6 pm
All Ages
Free

Celebrate the season with a holiday tree lighting, live music, decoration making, and hot chocolate (while supplies last). Tree lighting at 5:30 pm.

100th Annual Washington Square Tree Lighting
Washington Square Park, Greenwich Village
Wednesday, Dec. 11, 6 – 7 pm
All Ages
Free

The Rob Susman Brass Quartet, vocalist Linseigh Green, and children and grown-ups alike will sing holiday songs and the sparkling lights on the resplendent tree will be turned on to mark the beginning of festive winter evenings. Santa Claus himself has promised to appear, candy canes in hand, and lead the children in the illumination countdown. Given that this is the 100th year, expect a little extra something special!

Bronx

7th Annual Tree Light Event
The Mall at Bay Plaza, 200 Baychester Ave., Baychester
Friday, Nov. 22, 5 pm
All Ages
Free

Don’t miss this free, fun-filled event with enchanted holiday princesses, multi-talented elves, a stilt-walking toy soldier, The XFactor Drumline, and a parade with Santa! Enjoy music, dancing and giveaways for children with DJ Omar.

It’s a Winter Wonderland
Williamsbridge Oval Recreation Center, 3225 Reservoir Oval East, Norwood
Friday, Dec. 6, 4:30 – 6:30 pm
All Ages
Free

Enjoy an evening of family games, winter crafts, tree lighting, a visit from Santa, and more!

Bronx Little Italy Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony
Ciccarone Park, East 188th St. and Arthur Ave., Belmont
Saturday, Dec. 7, 4 – 6 pm
All Ages
Free

All are welcome to meet Santa, sing Christmas carols, enjoy Italian cookies and hot chocolate from local small businesses and see the lighting of the Christmas Tree. In partnership with the Children’s Cancer Society of America, there will be a Toy Giveaway!

Brooklyn

Atlantic Avenue Annual Tree Lighting
St. Cyril of Turov Belarusian Church, 401 Atlantic Ave., Boerum Hill
Tuesday, Nov. 26, 6 pm
All Ages
Free

Families from the community are invited to the Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony. Brooklyn Borough President Antonio Reynoso, Assembly Member Jo Anne Simon, and Council Member Lincoln Restler will officiate the ceremony. The Girl Scouts Troops 2133 and 2518 will count down to the official lighting of the holiday tree and the Brooklyn High School of the Arts choir will sing holiday classics!

The Dumbo Holiday Lighting
The DUMBO Archway, 155 Water St., DUMBO
Wednesday, Dec. 11, 4 – 7 pm
All ages
Free

Start off the holiday season with a tree lighting, photos with Santa, holiday music, and hot cocoa & sweet treats.

Queens

Tree Lighting Ceremony
The Shops at Atlas Park, 8000 Cooper Ave., Glendale
Saturday, Nov. 30, 5 – 6:30 pm
All Ages
Free

Enjoy a special visit by Santa along with a DJ, strolling entertainment, free giveaways & dance performances and the lighting of the tree. Cookies and Hot Chocolate will be available, one per person and on a first-come, first-served basis, while supplies last.

Grand Christmas Tree Lighting
Grand Christmas Tree Lighting, 142-82 Rockaway Blvd., Jamaica
Sunday, Dec. 1, 7 pm
All Ages
Free

Kick off the holiday season with the lighting of Queen’s largest Christmas Tree.

Winter Wonder
Queens Botanical Garden, 43-50 Main St., Flushing
Saturday, Dec. 7, Noon – 5 pm
All Ages
Included with Admission: $6; $4 for seniors, students with ID, and individuals with disabilities; $2 for children ages 4-12; free for members and children under 3.

Celebrate the best of December with live musical performances, tree lighting, holiday crafts, selfies with Santa, and sales at the QBG Shop and outdoor Holiday Market.

Winterfest
Roy Wilkins Recreation Center, 177-01 Baisley Blvd., Springfield Gardens
Saturday, Dec. 7, 1 – 3 pm
All Ages
Free

Celebrate the holiday season with a tree lighting, holiday market, large decorations and various other winter activities.

Holiday Tree Lighting
Bayside Long Island Rail Road Green, 213th St. and 41st Ave. Bayside
Sunday, Dec. 8, 3:30 – 5:30 pm
All Ages
Free

Sing along with holiday carolers, enjoy hot cocoa, snow globe crafts for kids and meet community leaders. Santa will all be there for the lighting of the tree!

Psst… Check out the Disney Store Times Square Holiday Transformation

Staten Island

The Church of St. Rita Christmas Tree Lighting
The Church of St. Rita, 281 Bradley Ave., New Springville
Saturday, Nov. 30, 5 pm
All Ages
Free

This tree lighting features Girl Scout Troup 5525 and the Church Children’s Choir leading caroling, pictures with Santa, hot cocoa, a DJ, raffles and more!

Annadale Tree Lighting
Annadale Park, Annadale Road
December 1, 5 pm – 7 pm
All Ages
Free

The island’s biggest tree-lighting event will take place in Annadale Park. Featuring a train ride for the kids, bouncy houses, a DJ, a live performance by Miss Caroline’s Dance Elite, and of course photos with Santa!

Holiday Tree Lighting
Empire Outlets, 55 Richmond Terrace, St. George
Saturday, Dec. 7, 6:30 pm
All Ages
Free

Hang out with Santa Claus and the GRINCH! Mr. Grinch Smiley. Enjoy a performance by the IS51 dance team & theater and a featured performance by Vinnie Medugno!

Grand Illumination
Conference House Park, 298 Satterlee St., Tottenville
Sunday, Dec. 8, 4:30 pm
All Ages
Free

Join in the historic ceremonial lighting of the Conference House!

 

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Fantastic Dreams Entertainment

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Child's Play NY - Birthday Parties

<p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; background-color: #ffffff; margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Arial; color: #000000; background-color: transparent; font-weight: 400; font-style: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-position: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Celebrate what your birthday kid loves most with a customized party from the award-winning theater company, Child’s Play NY. Currently offering both virtual and small, outdoor in-person customized parties. </span></p> <p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; background-color: #ffffff; margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt;"> </p> <p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; background-color: #ffffff; margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Arial; color: #000000; background-color: transparent; font-weight: 400; font-style: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-position: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Here’s what makes Child's Play NY parties unique:</span></p> <p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; background-color: #ffffff; margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt;"> </p> <p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-left: 36pt; background-color: #ffffff; margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Arial; color: #000000; background-color: transparent; font-weight: 400; font-style: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-position: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Theater teachers bring improvisation and play to a whole new level as they make your child the star of the day.</span></p> <p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-left: 36pt; background-color: #ffffff; margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Arial; color: #000000; background-color: transparent; font-weight: 400; font-style: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-position: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> </span></p> <p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-left: 36pt; background-color: #ffffff; margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Arial; color: #000000; background-color: transparent; font-weight: 400; font-style: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-position: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">They throw a spotlight on creative games, centering peer connection and imagination</span></p> <p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-left: 36pt; background-color: #ffffff; margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Arial; color: #000000; background-color: transparent; font-weight: 400; font-style: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-position: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">The lauded drama curriculum is tailored for birthday fun!  Kids learn new skills, express themselves and have a blast making up stories together.</span></p> <p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-left: 36pt; background-color: #ffffff; margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Arial; color: #000000; background-color: transparent; font-weight: 400; font-style: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-position: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">  </span></p> <p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-left: 36pt; background-color: #ffffff; margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Arial; color: #000000; background-color: transparent; font-weight: 400; font-style: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-position: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">If you can imagine it, it can be played!  Choose from a menu of themes or create your own, like “Spies vs Police”, “Mad Hatter Tea Party” or “Harry Potter Adventures.” </span></p> <p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-left: 36pt; background-color: #ffffff; margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Arial; color: #000000; background-color: transparent; font-weight: 400; font-style: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-position: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Parties can be done safely outside in-person or remotely. </span></p> <p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; background-color: #ffffff; margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt;"> </p> <p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; background-color: #ffffff; margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt;"> </p> <p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Arial; color: #000000; background-color: transparent; font-weight: 400; font-style: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-position: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Child's Play NY is a Brooklyn-based company founded in 2009, committed to offering a diverse array of theater arts classes for children. They believe studying the art of acting encourages kids to be even more creative, collaborative and compassionate human beings. Since its inception, Child's Play NY has touched the lives of hundreds of students, worked inside dozens of schools and is consistently ranked as among the top theater arts programs.  It is the 2019 winner of Brooklyn Family’s Choice award for Best Performing Arts Class.</span></p> <p><span id="docs-internal-guid-53b45def-7fff-9739-c308-7e15694135e5"></span></p>

Happy Birds Virtual

<div style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small; background-color: #ffffff; color: #5856d6;"><span style="color: #333333; font-family: 'Alegreya Sans', sans-serif; font-size: 16.8px;">The Happy Birds are REAL  parrots that love to show off during a VIRTUAL show that is great for all ages. Six amazing parrots talk, sing, and perform over 25 tricks. During the performance, they will ride a miniature bicycle, scooter, play basketball, roller skate, sing songs, dance, and much, much more!  Happy Birds a great fit for any age fun to watch for the whole family.  Best of all, the birthday child will be included as a special helper during the show to make their day memorable.</span></div> <div style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small; background-color: #ffffff; color: #5856d6;"><span style="color: #333333; font-family: 'Alegreya Sans', sans-serif; font-size: 16.8px;">Since 1989, Ed and Julie Cardoza's Happy Birds have entertained children and adults alike. Their unique online experience is personalized for your child's birthday party or any special event. They also offer educational virtual school and library programs for at-home learning and fun. The birds have been featured on</span><span style="color: #333333; font-family: 'Alegreya Sans', sans-serif; font-size: 16.8px;"> </span><em style="color: #333333; font-family: 'Alegreya Sans', sans-serif; font-size: 16.8px; box-sizing: border-box;">The Tonight Show</em><span style="color: #333333; font-family: 'Alegreya Sans', sans-serif; font-size: 16.8px;">,</span><span style="color: #333333; font-family: 'Alegreya Sans', sans-serif; font-size: 16.8px;"> </span><em style="color: #333333; font-family: 'Alegreya Sans', sans-serif; font-size: 16.8px; box-sizing: border-box;">Ellen</em><span style="color: #333333; font-family: 'Alegreya Sans', sans-serif; font-size: 16.8px;">, and</span><span style="color: #333333; font-family: 'Alegreya Sans', sans-serif; font-size: 16.8px;"> </span><em style="color: #333333; font-family: 'Alegreya Sans', sans-serif; font-size: 16.8px; box-sizing: border-box;">Pet Star</em><span style="color: #333333; font-family: 'Alegreya Sans', sans-serif; font-size: 16.8px;">, and they hold three world records in the</span><span style="color: #333333; font-family: 'Alegreya Sans', sans-serif; font-size: 16.8px;"> </span><em style="color: #333333; font-family: 'Alegreya Sans', sans-serif; font-size: 16.8px; box-sizing: border-box;">Guinness Book of World Records. </em><span style="color: #333333; font-family: 'Alegreya Sans', sans-serif; font-size: 16.8px;">The Happy Birds are fun for the whole family and will provide a unique and memorable experience.</span></div>

The Paley Museum

<p>Don't miss the blockbuster exhibit The Road to the Big Game: New Orleans, in partnership with the National Football League (NFL) and the Pro Football Hall of Fame.</p> <p>This is the ultimate destination to immerse yourself in America's favorite game - football! In addition to the Vince Lombardi Trophy and all 58 championship rings, we have Phil Simms Championship balls, the game-used football from Super Bowl XLII (2008) Giants over Patriots, Joe Montana signed tickets, Rob Gronkowski game jersey, Tom Brady’s cleats from Superbowl XXXVI, artifacts from Eli Manning, Super Bowl commercials, Super Bowl–themed arts and crafts for children, an interactive trivia quiz, photo opps and more!.</p> <p>On the 2nd floor, you can continue to relive Super Bowl history in second exhibit, Celebrate the Black Heroes of Football’s Biggest Game, A Black History Month experience presented by Citi featuring historic Super Bowl achievements, remarkable artifacts, and inspiring stories from African American Super Bowl MVPs. </p> <p>Regardless of your favorite team, it's clear that this sport has played a significant role in shaping America's history.</p>

Max Adventures

<p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; color: #000000; background-color: transparent; font-weight: 400; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Max Adventures is an exclusive,100% private, interactive, and fun-filled kids birthday</span></p> <p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; color: #000000; background-color: transparent; font-weight: 400; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">party center in Marine Park, Brooklyn committed to creating unforgettable experiences for the entire family.</span></p> <p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; background-color: #ffffff; margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><strong id="docs-internal-guid-0fa4620c-7fff-b214-7437-688eebb90477" style="font-weight: normal;"> </strong></span></p> <p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; color: #000000; background-color: transparent; font-weight: 400; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Each child’s birthday party includes unlimited access to our open play area which guarantees MAX-imum entertainment for kids of all ages. Every Max Adventures kids’ birthday party is supervised, energetic, exciting, and 100% Private! With many activities to choose from like: Super Blocks (interactive "floor is lava" game), Glow in the Dark, Laser Tag, Laser Maze, VR, Axe Throwing (safe for kids), Arcade Games, Beach Ball Pit, Soft Play, Photo Booth, Bounce House, Gaming Console room and much more.</span></p> <p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; background-color: #ffffff; margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><strong style="font-weight: normal;"> </strong></span></p> <p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; color: #000000; background-color: transparent; font-weight: 400; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">At Max Adventures they believe that a party is only successful if everyone has fun. No matter your age, gender, or passion, you’ll find the fun you’re looking for when you step into the world of Max Adventures. They also offer a variety of add-on items for party attendees for a truly customized experience, including goodie bags, graffiti glow hats and headbands, and costumed character meet-and-greets. Book your party today!</span></p> <p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; background-color: #ffffff; margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt;"> </p>

Long Island Game Farm Wildlife Park & Children’s Zoo

<p dir="ltr">Long Island Game Farm Wildlife Park & Children’s Zoo presents programming for children and families of all ages, animal encounters, zookeeper experiences, VIP tours, season memberships, and much more! Camp Zoo introduces and immerses children in nature through outdoor exploration, games, crafts, and other educational hands-on activities. </p> <p dir="ltr">In partnership with their nonprofit arm, the Foundation for Wildlife Sustainability, the game farm also offers culture, education, and wellness programs to connect people with wildlife and the natural environment. </p> <p dir="ltr">A critical aspect of the game farm is serving as a sanctuary to animals that have been rescued, rehabilitated, or re-homed, including Sicilian miniature donkeys, alpacas, African Sulcatta tortoises, peacocks, rabbits, goats, sheep, alligators, and our beloved Gomez, a Sulphur-crested cockatoo, and Nala, an African Serval cat! </p> <p> </p>

Froggle Parties

<p><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial;" data-sheets-value="{" data-sheets-userformat="{">Froggle Parties offers high energy kids parties that pack a ton of fun!! Awesome clowns, kids entertainers, magicians, costumed characters, discos, face painting, bubble parties, and much more!</span></p>

Chelsea Piers Birthday Parties

<p><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial;" data-sheets-value="{" data-sheets-userformat="{">All parties are action-packed, entertaining and hassle-free, with more sports, more activities and more fun than any other party venue in NYC. Two-hour birthday party packages are available Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays, with limited availability Monday–Thursday.</span></p>

Martial Arts Family Studio Parties

<p><span style="color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; background-color: #ffffff;">Join Martial Arts Family Studio for a kickin’ birthday party your kids won’t forget! We are not your average martial arts studio — our instructors and facility are the best you will find in Manhattan. We have a separate party room with viewing windows to the studio, so parents can enjoy refreshments while watching their kids have the time of their lives during the class portion of the party! Our party room is perfect for munching on cake, pizza, and any additional food or drinks you may want to bring. Our martial arts parties are very fun and popular: the party starts with an extra special birthday TaeKwonDo class where everyone breaks a board and the kids always love it! We also offer dance or tumbling themed parties.</span></p>

Monster Mini Golf

<p>Upon entering Monster Mini Golf, all perceptions of traditional mini golf will be spirited away by the indoor, 18-hole, monster-theme, glow-in-the-dark miniature golf course! The locations in <a href="https://monsterminigolf.com/deerpark/">Deer Park</a>, and <a href="https://monsterminigolf.com/gardencity/">Garden City, NY</a> invite guests to experience a host of family-oriented fun activities. Whether visiting for the first time or the one hundredth, mini golfers feel the excitement and adventure of playing mini golf amidst spooktacular monsters and custom, glow-in-the-dark, hand-painted artwork. While testing their skill on the fairways, lively music flows over the course from the unique “WEIRD Radio” station” and an interactive DJ entertains golfers with contests, awarding cool prizes for the wackiest reasons. While the course is challenging enough for adults, it is also quite playable for children. Monster Mini Golf is open year-round and frightfully fun for the entire family. In addition to miniature golf and thrilling arcade and redemption games, the locations offer additional attractions. <a href="https://monsterminigolf.com/deerpark/">Monster Mini Golf in Deer Park, NY</a> offers a Laser Maze and a Virtual Reality experience. The Garden City location offers a Laser Maze, Bowling, and a Virtual Reality Experience. Two very posh, private party rooms are also available and are perfect for any event. Monster Mini Golf looks forward to making it a monstrous success. Monster Mini Golf is indoors, ensuring that the event will always take place, regardless of the weather. It is a climate-controlled, affordable source of family entertainment. For more details please visit <a href="http://monsterminigolf.com">monsterminigolf.com</a> or find them on Facebook.</p>

Birthday Parties at Aviator Sports

<p><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial;" data-sheets-value="{" data-sheets-userformat="{">With something for everyone and a wide range of activities, our birthday party packages make it easy to create a memorable birthday party for your child or teen.</span></p>