Get ready for the Radio City Christmas Spectacular! You'll find that the Christmas Spectacular Starring the Radio City Rockettes will enchant children of all ages, whether with its famous Rag Doll number, the beautiful Nativity scene with live camels, tons of dancing Santas, or LED lights that sparkle and light up the whole theater. Live camels, people!
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Your youngsters haven't truly experienced the holidays in New York City unless they've seen the dazzling Radio City Christmas Spectacular, that's for sure. After all, the annual performance season is part of our essential roundup of 101 things to do with kids in NYC, plus it's one of our very favorite Christmas events for kids, plus it's been happening since 1933 (no small feat on NYC stages).
What is the Radio City Christmas Spectacular?
The Radio City Christmas Spectacular is an annual stage show which has become a New York City holiday tradition since its start in 1933. Set to original music—and with some classic Christmas tunes thrown in—the Spectacular stars Santa Claus himself, alongside the famed Rockettes dance troupe known for their high-kicking chorus line. Families can look forward to iconic numbers like "Parade of the Wooden Soldiers" and "Living Nativity" to get them in the holiday spirit!
When is the Radio City Christmas Spectacular?
The Radio City Christmas Spectacular runs November 11 through January 2 with several performances daily. Visit the website for a list of showtimes.
Where is the Radio City Christmas Spectacular?
The Radio City Christmas Spectacular is performed onstage at the breathtaking Radio City Music Hall at 1260 Sixth Ave at 50th St.