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When
December
Attendance
~several million (across the season)
Admission
Free
Setting
Outdoor
From late October into early January, Bryant Park transforms into the Winter Village — a free holiday market of glass-walled kiosks selling crafts, gifts, and food, wrapped around Manhattan's only free-admission ice-skating rink, all framed by the surrounding skyscrapers and the New York Public Library.
It's a quintessential NYC-at-the-holidays experience, walkable to the Rockefeller tree, the department-store windows, and Times Square — an easy anchor for a festive winter city break.
Want to go? Turn Bank of America Winter Village at Bryant Park into a trip you plan with your group.
Creates an editable trip seeded with a starter itinerary, hotels & eats.
Event details
Typical dates
Late October through early January
Admission
Free entry · free ice skating (skate rental extra)
Parking
Don't drive — the subway reaches Bryant Park directly; Midtown is walkable.
Nearest airport
JFK, LaGuardia (LGA), or Newark (EWR)
Typical weather
Cold NYC winter — 30s–40s °F; bundle up for outdoor skating and browsing.
Official website
Location
New York, NY
Where to stay
The Bryant Park Hotel
Right on the park, overlooking the Winter Village.
The Knickerbocker
Landmark hotel by Times Square.
Midtown hotels
Endless options within walking distance.
Where to eat & drink
Winter Village kiosks
Hot chocolate, treats, and market food on-site.
Keens Steakhouse
Historic Midtown steakhouse a few blocks away.
Los Tacos No. 1 (Times Square)
Quick, excellent tacos nearby.
Nearby attractions
Rockefeller Center tree & rink
The iconic tree a short walk north.
Fifth Avenue holiday windows
The famous department-store window displays.
New York Public Library
The landmark building right beside the park.
A sample itinerary
1Arrive + Winter Village
- •Fly in
- •Afternoon: skate + shop the market
- •Evening: hot chocolate + Midtown dinner
2Holiday NYC
- •Morning: Rockefeller tree
- •Afternoon: Fifth Avenue windows
- •Evening: a Broadway show
3Last market run + depart
- •Morning: gifts at the Winter Village
- •Head to the airport
Make it yours — an editable trip you can share with your group.
Travel tips
- Bring your own skates to skip the rental line and fee.
- Take the subway straight to Bryant Park — don't drive into Midtown.
- Pair it with the Rockefeller tree and Fifth Avenue windows.
Frequently asked questions
Is the Bryant Park Winter Village free?
Yes — entry to the market and admission to the ice rink are free; skate rental costs extra if you don't bring your own.
When is it open?
From late October through early January each year.
What's nearby?
The Rockefeller Center tree, Fifth Avenue holiday windows, and Times Square are all within walking distance.
Going with friends?
TrekUnity keeps the whole group on the same page — vote on plans, split costs, and see who's arriving when.
Start planning freeTrekUnity is an independent travel guide and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by Bank of America Winter Village at Bryant Park or its organizers. Dates, prices, and details are provided for informational purposes and can change — always confirm on the official event website before booking.