Thanksgiving in New York 2026
America's most iconic holiday celebration in the world's most iconic city.
Thanksgiving in New York 2026
America's most iconic holiday celebration in the world's most iconic city.
Thanksgiving in New York is an experience that transcends the meal — the Macy's parade, the holiday window reveals on Fifth Avenue, and the first hints of the festive season create a week of genuine American magic. The city's finest restaurants offer ambitious prix-fixe menus that reimagine tradition.
Why it matters
The moment when New York transforms from metropolis to holiday wonderland — and the unofficial start of the world's most elaborate festive season.
- Where: New York, United States
- Dates: 2026-11-26 – 2026-11-26
- Category: seasonal
- Region: North America
- Ideal trip length: 4–5 nights
- Status: confirmed
- Best for: Cultural travelers
Other dates in New York
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- Tribeca Film Festival 2026 — 2026-04-15
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- New York Fashion Week — Spring/Summer 2027 — 2026-09-10
- US Open Tennis 2026 — 2026-08-31
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Other North America dates in the calendar
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- U.S. Open Golf 2026 — Shinnecock Hills
- Allen & Company Sun Valley Conference — Sun Valley
- Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance 2026 — Pebble Beach
- Ryder Cup 2026 — Bethpage
- Napa Valley Harvest Season — Napa
- Art Basel Miami Beach 2026 — Miami
Where to stay
- The Mark
- St. Regis New York
- The Carlyle
Where to eat
- Eleven Madison Park
- Daniel
- Le Coucou
Published by Peters Signature Travel.