For two centuries, Fifth Avenue has been the pinnacle of luxury shopping, cultural landmarks and gilded glamour in the heart of New York City.
Welcome to the next chapter of our storied history. As we say on Fifth… you've arrived!
200th Birthday Celebration
200th Birthday Celebration
For one Sunday in December, Fifth Avenue will transform into a pedestrianized holiday haven, in celebration of the season we’re best known for. Enjoy one-of-a-kind retail experiences, exclusive food and beverage offerings, live entertainment, and more.
December 8 12pm - 6pm
Fifth Avenue, 48th to 55th Street
Entertainment
Brass Queens Brooklyn United DJ Rumor Fifth Avenue Presbyterian Church Community Choir Juilliard Jazz Duke Ellington Ensemble LaGuardia High School Show Choir The Michael Arenella Sextet The New York Belles The Saint Thomas Choir of Men and Boys The Satin Dollz Shag Horns Sing Harlem
December 8 12pm - 6pm
Main Stage Roaming Along Fifth Avenue
Food and Beverage
Benoit Champagne Bar by Victoria's Secret Grey’s Donuts Intimissimi cafe' by DELL'ARIA Mao's Bao Nuchas NY Popcorn The Peninsula New York Pizza Passeggio Raclette Street Tang Hulu WatchHouse
Brand Pop-Ups
Aritzia Assouline Bond No. 9 Canada Goose Citizen Coach Hublot Longchamp MoMA Nike P448 Puma Stuart Weitzman Swarovski Tag Heuer Tiffany & Co. Uniqlo
200TH Anniversary Happenings
The Scent of the Season is in the Air
Experience the holiday magic of Fifth Avenue. We are excited to bring back our one-of-a-kind partnership with NEST New York to diffuse the brand’s best-selling scent, Holiday, throughout our sidewalks. Visit our trail of holiday décor and scan the QR codes to learn more.
All Holiday Season
Fifth Avenue From 47th to 59th Streets
New York City’s Home of Holiday Magic
Experience the magic, spectacle and spirit of the season with a festive tour along New York City’s most iconic corridor. This guided tour gives an inside look at the time-honored traditions, whimsical window displays, and lesser-known lore of the holiday season from history to present day. Be sure to pack your camera to snap photos of the breathtaking décor and seasonal sites you’ll pass on your stroll. This tour is offered for a limited time.
November 23, 11:30am - 1pm December 5, 3:30pm - 5pm December 8, 11:30am - 1pm
Begins at Bryant Park’s Winter Village and ends at The Plaza
Fifth Avenue: 200 Years of Stories and Legends
With a unique blend of evocative storytelling and rich historical insight, this delightful volume offers a captivating exploration of Fifth Avenue’s 200-year journey and transformation from its humble beginnings as a quiet residential street to its current status as a global icon of culture, wealth, and style.
Available from November 23
Assouline Boutique The Plaza Hotel 768 Fifth Avenue
Bergdorf Goodman Holiday Windows
A New York City institution, the Bergdorf Goodman holiday windows will be on display from November 21st. This year, the windows celebrate Fifth Avenue, as the legendary luxury thoroughfare marks its 200th anniversary. In keeping with tradition, the windows were developed in-house over the last year by the luxury retailer’s visionary design team. Of the nine windows across the women’s and men’s stores, each one highlights a specific aspect of the avenue’s enduring legacy.
All Holiday Season
Fifth Avenue between 57th and 58th Streets
The Fifth Avenue Snowflake
Marking the official start of the holiday season, the Fifth Avenue Association will light the iconic 30-foot snowflake, suspended 50 feet above Fifth Avenue at 57th Street. Since 1984, the Snowflake has been an iconic symbol of Fifth Avenue's holiday landscape. The Fifth Avenue Snowflake for Humanity (501c3) is generously sponsored by Tiffany & Co., LVMH, Bergdorf Goodman, Bulgari, Rolex, Brookfield Properties, Van Cleef & Arpels and The Stonbely Family Foundation.
November 22
Fifth Avenue at 57th Street
Celebrate on Fifth Avenue
Holiday Themed Afternoon Tea at the Palm Court
A storied holiday tradition, The Palm Court’s special Holiday Afternoon Tea experience is an absolute must during the festive season. Enjoy breathtaking surroundings, an unmatched tea selection, and sweet and savory bites while making memories with the entire family.
November 20 - January 12
The Palm Court The Plaza Hotel 768 Fifth Avenue
Holiday Afternoon Indulgence at The Peninsula New York
The ultimate way to launch your holiday celebrations! Join us for a delightful afternoon featuring a bottle of The Peninsula Cuvee Deutz Champagne, exquisite Petrossian Caviar, and a selection of gourmet sweet treats curated by our chef. Each Holiday Afternoon Indulgence also includes a $10 donation per guest to the New York Children's Center, making your experience even more special. Immerse yourself in an afternoon of luxury and generosity.
Every Saturday & Sunday in December 3pm - 6pm
The Peninsula New York 700 Fifth Avenue
Festive Traditional Afternoon Tea at The Peninsula New York
Rejuvenate after an indulgent day of shopping on Fifth Avenue with The Peninsula New York's illustrious Afternoon Tea, artfully infused with festive flavors. Delight in a curated selection of exquisite sweet and savory treats, perfectly complemented by a glass of The Peninsula Cuvee Champagne. Each Afternoon Tea experience also includes a $10 donation to the New York Children's Center, elevating your celebration with a meaningful contribution.
Every Wednesday - Friday in December 3pm - 6pm
The Peninsula New York 700 Fifth Avenue
Winter Wonderland at the Peninsula New York
As the temperatures dip, indulge in the exclusivity of your own private igloo, surrounded by the twinkling lights of New York City. This exquisite setting is the epitome of sophistication for your festive gatherings. Each igloo is luxuriously heated and attended by a dedicated server, ensuring an unforgettable evening of opulence and comfort. Relish the night away as you sip Champagne, all while perched high above the vibrant energy of Fifth Avenue.
November 1- March 31 Tuesday to Saturday 5pm - 12am
Pen Top Bar The Peninsula New York 700 Fifth Avenue
Joyous Christmas in Clement at the Peninsula New York
Join us for a truly enchanting Christmas Eve celebration, where elegance meets festivity. Delight in our extravagant dinner, featuring a lavish appetizer buffet at Clement, followed by a deluxe selection of main courses and decadent desserts. Savor the timeless holiday classics as you celebrate Christmas Day at the elegant Clement restaurant. Experience the season in unparalleled style with our extravagant Christmas buffet, a lavish spread that features gourmet carving stations, a fresh salad selection, and an exquisite raw bar, among other culinary delights.
December 24 5pm - 9pm December 25 12:00pm - 8pm
Clement 2nd Floor The Peninsula New York 700 Fifth Avenue
Christmas Evening Special at the Palm Court
On Christmas Evening we will offer a tier prix fixe menu at The Palm Court.
December 25 6pm - 10pm
The Palm Court The Plaza Hotel 768 Fifth Avenue
Champagne Bar Christmas Offerings at the Plaza Hotel
Toast the holidays at Champagne Bar and enjoy the finest bubbles, caviars and handcrafted cocktails. In The Champagne Bar on Christmas Day we will offer a breakfast buffet and an entrée special. First come, first served Reservations will not be accepted.
December 25 Breakfast Buffet 7am - 11:30am Entrée Special 11am - 10pm
Champagne Bar The Plaza Hotel 768 Fifth Avenue
New Year's Eve Grand Fete at the Palm Court
As the backdrop for some of New York's most iconic parties in history, we are honored that you have joined us to continue this tradition and kick-off a new decade with an event that holds true to our legacy. Here's to the Plaza's storied past and limitless future to include live entertainment, grand buffet, live music, full bar and complimentary midnight toast of Roederer Cristal to ring in the New Year. Keep these four walls filled with the buzzing excitement that makes our castle on Central Park a location that continues to withstand the test of time.
December 31 9pm - 1am
Palm Court The Plaza Hotel 768 Fifth Avenue
New Year's Eve Champagne Prelude at the Plaza Hotel
Join us for a sophisticated prelude to New Year’s celebration and enjoy a champagne prelude in The Champagne Bar with free-flowing champagne and an ice sculpture raw bar.
December 31 5pm - 7pm
Champagne Bar The Plaza Hotel 768 Fifth Avenue
New Year's Eve Rooftop Party at the Peninsula New York
Enjoy a lavish five-course dinner in an elegant setting in Clement restaurant followed by a glamorous rooftop party at Pen Top. The event will see Pen Top Bar transformed with a Winter Wonderland themed West Terrace, a heated and tented East Terrace, all combined with lighted dance floors, live music from a Rock & Pop cover band, The Chip Shop Boys, from London. The party will include a caviar bar, passed hors d'oeuvres and a specialty cocktail bar. Grab a glass of Champagne at midnight and dance the night away 23 stories above the city.
December 31 Dinner: 8pm - 10pm Rooftop Party: 1pm - 2am
The Peninsula New York 700 Fifth Avenue