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12 Festive, Fun and Foodie Things to Do in NYC This December

Thanks to the vaccine rollout, this holiday season is going to look a whole lot brighter than last year with plenty of exciting, entertaining, delicious and—most importantly—safe things to do in NYC this December. Here are some of the activities and events you can look forward to this month.

Editor’s note For all indoor activities in NYC, proof of full vaccination is required for those ages 12 and up, along with photo ID. Mask mandates vary from venue to venue, so check on the specifics before you go.

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From 2015-2017 Hannah Loewentheil held the role of Editor covering entertainment, food, travel and all things nyc.

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