The Shops at Columbus Circle is once again transforming into a winter wonderland this season — with the return of its iconic Holiday Under the Stars lighting display and a full lineup of festive programs for New Yorkers of all ages.
Beginning Monday, November 10, visitors can take in the city’s largest indoor light show, featuring 44 illuminated stars and 300,000 twinkling lights choreographed to music every half hour. The celebration continues with Broadway Under the Stars live performances, hands-on workshops, family-friendly moments like Passport to Santa and WeBop Jazz Jam, and more — all in the heart of Manhattan.
Holiday Under The Stars
The iconic Holiday Under The Stars installation returns to The Shops at Columbus Circle on November 10, bringing festive brilliance to the Great Room and beyond. Featuring 300,000 twinkling lights and 44 illuminated stars, the color-changing stars perform a choreographed light show set to music every 30 minutes from 5PM to midnight, creating a must-see Manhattan holiday spectacle. Additional glowing stars and sparkling décor at the 58th and 60th Street entrances complete the experience, offering picture-perfect moments from every angle.
Broadway Under The Stars
A beloved New York tradition, Broadway Under The Stars returns November 13, offering free live performances from hit Broadway shows every Thursday evening from 5-6PM on the 2nd Floor Stage. Guests will enjoy intimate musical acts and special cast Q&A’s, while surrounded by the magic of Holiday Under The Stars. This year’s performances include Moulin Rouge! The Musical, Death Becomes Her, & Juliet, Mamma Mia!, The Lion King, The Queen of Versailles, The Book of Mormon and many more.
Jazz at Lincoln Center’s WeBop Holiday Jazz Jam
WeBop, Jazz at Lincoln Center’s award-winning early-childhood education program, will host interactive, holiday-themed live jazz performances on the 2nd Floor stage on December 10, 12, 17 and 19. The family-friendly shows are festive and free, inviting young music lovers and their caregivers to swing and sing along with talented musicians and enjoy an engaging learning experience right in The Shops at Columbus Circle.