Fifth Avenue Holiday Open Streets - Car-Free Celebration - FREE

Schedule

Sun Dec 14 2025 at 10:00 am to 08:00 pm

UTC-05:00

Location

Fifth Avenue | Manhattan, NY

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Experience Fifth Avenue like never before! NYC's most iconic shopping street goes car-free for ONE DAY ONLY this holiday season.
πŸŽ„ Event Highlights:
β€’ Fifth Avenue closed to traffic for a full day
β€’ FREE family-friendly celebration
β€’ Spectacular holiday lights and decorations
β€’ Live entertainment and performances
β€’ Food and beverage vendors
β€’ One-of-a-kind brand activations
β€’ Window shopping without the traffic
β€’ Perfect holiday photo opportunities
✨ What to Expect:
β€’ Walk freely down the middle of Fifth Avenue
β€’ Explore from Rockefeller Center to Central Park
β€’ Holiday carolers and musical performances
β€’ Street performers and entertainers
β€’ Interactive brand experiences
β€’ Food trucks and holiday treats
β€’ Activities for all ages
β€’ Festive atmosphere throughout
πŸ›οΈ Shopping Highlights:
β€’ Saks Fifth Avenue and holiday windows
β€’ Bergdorf Goodman displays
β€’ Tiffany & Co.
β€’ All major Fifth Avenue retailers
β€’ Perfect for holiday shopping
🎁 Nearby Attractions:
β€’ Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree
β€’ Saks Holiday Light Show
β€’ Central Park winter wonderland
β€’ St. Patrick's Cathedral
β€’ Bryant Park Winter Village
πŸ“… Event Details:
β€’ Date: Sunday, December 14, 2025
β€’ Time: All day celebration
β€’ Location: Fifth Avenue (Rockefeller Center to Central Park)
β€’ FREE admission
β€’ No tickets required
β€’ Open to all ages
🚢 How to Get There:
β€’ Multiple subway stops along Fifth Avenue
β€’ Consider walking from Times Square or Central Park
β€’ Nearby subway: E, M, B, D, F lines
β€’ CitiBike stations available
πŸ‘¨β€πŸ‘©β€πŸ‘§β€πŸ‘¦ Perfect For:
β€’ Families with children
β€’ Holiday shoppers
β€’ Tourists and locals
β€’ Photographers
β€’ Anyone who loves NYC at the holidays
⚠️ Important Notes:
β€’ Bring comfortable walking shoes
β€’ Dress warmly for winter weather
β€’ Large crowds expected
β€’ Street closures in effect
β€’ Public transportation recommended
This is a rare opportunity to experience Fifth Avenue without cars - perfect for holiday shopping, strolling, and soaking in the festive atmosphere. Don't miss this magical one-day celebration!
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Fifth Avenue, Fifth Avenue between 49th Street and 60th Street, New York, NY 10022, United States, Manhattan

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