Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree lighting 2024: Ceremony start time, street closures, and more
It's Christmastime in the city! The annual Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony is happening tonight. Here's what you need to know:
Here are the 10 places known for a white Christmas
It’s only an official white Christmas if one inch or more of snow is on the ground Christmas morning. Here's where it's most likely to happen.
42% of Americans plan to regift to save money during the holidays, survey finds
A recent survey reveals that 42% of Americans plan to regift this holiday season as economic pressures drive changes in gift-giving habits.
Advent calendars grow up: From chocolate treats to skincare
From its humble beginnings of chocolate treats for kids in the runup to Christmas Day, to the indulgent skincare and luxury surprises seen today, advent calendars have significantly evolved since the 19th century.
NYC street closures for the 2024 Rockefeller Center tree lighting: LIST
The annual Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony is just one day away. Here's a list of what streets will be closed during the ceremony:
Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree lighting 2024: Street closures, how to watch and more
The countdown to the Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony in New York City is underway. Here's what you need to know about the annual event.
Sunday after Thanksgiving: TSA expects peak travel amid Great Lakes snowstorm
TSA expects Sunday to be the busiest travel day of the Thanksgiving holiday as parts of New York are covered in snow.
When does winter really start? It depends on who you ask
When does winter start? It depends who you ask, because meteorological season's start date is different than the winter solstice.
Woman serves Thanksgiving feast to neighborhood animals
A woman in Ohio served a Thanksgiving feast to the neighborhood animals.
How to shop Small Business Saturday in NYC: Guide
From bodegas to hardware stores, small businesses power NYC. This Small Business Saturday, shop local to find unique gifts and invest in the communities that keep the city thriving.
Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree lighting ceremony countdown begins
Crews are set to adorn the conifer with five miles of light strands, totaling more than 50,000 multicolored LED bulbs. A dazzling Swarovski star, featuring 3 million crystals, will crown the tree as its sparkling finale.
Unique Thanksgiving Day dishes and traditions
From pumpkin empanadas to giving out thank-you cards to mailmen, here are some unique Thanksgiving Day traditions in the U.S. and around the world.
Watch: Christmas train creates "magical" scene in England
A Christmas train lit up the night in England recently, creating a dazzlingly colorful scene that looked like something straight out of ‘The Polar Express.’
Thanksgiving 2024: What's open and closed in NYC?
Most stores and attractions will be closed on Thanksgiving this year. Here’s what will be open and closed for Thanksgiving this year in New York City:
Arizona grandma and stranger she mistakenly texted in 2016 will celebrate 9th Thanksgiving together
In 2016, Wanda Dench meant to invite her grandson to her Thanksgiving and accidentally texted Jamal Hinton of Phoenix.
The 'turkey trot,' a tradition since 1896, is more popular than ever
A record number of runners (and walkers) were expected to hit the street this morning, burning off a few calories before tearing into their turkey. The annual ‘turkey trot’ tradition goes back longer than you might think.
2024 Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade: Time, route, balloons, more
The 98th annual Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade is here and it's the largest yet. Here's the full list of this year's performers, balloons, floats, and more:
New floats, balloons at the 2024 Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade
This year, Disney's Minnie Mouse makes her debut in the 2024 Thanksgiving Day Parade!
Bring in the Rockettes! Who’s performing at the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day parade?
And of course, no Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade is complete without Santa Claus.
How to watch, schedule of the 2024 Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade
This year’s parade spans 2.5 miles, lasting 3.5 hours. Here’s your guide to catching the action.