November 22, 28, 29; December 6, 12, 13, 19, 20, 21, 26, 27, 28, 29; January 2, 3, & 10
7 to 10 p.m.
Let roving train conductors welcome you to experience the Holiday Train Show® in a whole new light as we illuminate the exhibition for Holiday Train Nights—lively after-dark celebrations where you can sip seasonal cocktails and mocktails under the glass of the warm and twinkling Haupt Conservatory. Find card-worthy photo ops at every turn as you explore a miniature cityscape of familiar landmarks brought to life by model trains zipping to and fro. Bop along to holiday classics and Christmas pop favorites sung by performers, enjoy sweet and savory bites for purchase, or hop over to the “Bar Car”—back this year with a 21+ bar at the Hudson Garden Grill Patio. You can even get your holiday shopping done at NYBG Shop. It’s the perfect night out, whether you’re planning a memorable date or a wintertime gathering with friends!
Tickets
Non-Members – starting at $43
Members – 20% off
Free entry for children under the age of 2
Holiday Train Nights are ticketed through our presenting partner, Fever.
November 28, December 29, & January 10
On these special themed evenings during Holiday Train Nights, get your whole crew together for celebrations that invite you to go all in on holiday fashion—including Ugly Sweater Night, Holiday Icons Night, and Winter Wonderland Night!
Let our roaming Train Conductors welcome you to the Holiday Train Show, and snap a photo with them to make lasting memories of your night out among the magical moments in the Haupt Conservatory.
Marvel at model trains zipping through enchanting indoor and outdoor displays of nearly 200 famous New York landmarks—imagine the Statue of Liberty, Brooklyn Bridge, Rockefeller Center, and other favorites—each delightfully re-created from natural materials such as birch bark, acorns, and cinnamon sticks.
Seasonal classics and holiday pop favorites fill the air as live performers bring the sounds of the season to the Garden on these perfect nights out!
Samantha Louise
November 22, 28, 29; December 6, 12, 13, 19, 20, 21
Samantha grew up in a small town in New Zealand surrounded by a large family of music lovers. After moving to Seattle, WA, she earned her Bachelor of Music at Cornish College of the Arts studying under Johnaye Kendrick. During that time, she was honored to have an original composition selected to be arranged for and performed by members of the Seattle Philharmonic and was later afforded the opportunity of representing the school’s Jazz department with an original piece of music in the 2015 Cornish College of the Arts Commencement Ceremony. Samantha is now a New York City based vocalist where she performs works from the Great American Songbook and composes contemporary music inspired by both Black American Music theory as well as popular music trends.
Ayanna Williams
December 26, 27, 28, 29; January 2, 3, 10
Ayanna Williams is a singer-songwriter born and raised in the Bronx, New York. Her love of music and performing came at the early age of 11 when she started writing and performing her own songs. Ayanna cultivated her performing talent in The City College of New York while also working with vocal coach, Joleen Wilkinson on developing her style. If diversity is what is needed, Ayanna is the synonym of versatile. Ayanna has collaborated with multiple hip hop artists and has sung lead for cover bands. She has also performed as a Featured Artist for the critically acclaimed Inspired Word NYC at Parkside Lounge. In addition to being a singer-songwriter, Ayanna is the Event Producer/Creator of Uptown Melody, a performance series highlighting Bronx Artists and Entrepreneurs through live music events.
Make the night that much better with a specialty cocktail or mocktail, and enjoy sweet and savory bites for purchase as you explore the City’s favorite holiday tradition lit up for the evening.
Ages 21+
Hudson Garden Grill Patio
Back this year with a bar for adults at the Hudson Garden Grill, NYBG’s much-loved “Bar Car” is back for you to raise a toast to the holidays with friends and loved ones.
NYBG Shop; open until 9:45 p.m.
Sip a seasonal drink while you cross gifts off your list! With a wide selection of unique houseplants, home decor, botanical books, gardening tools, and other thoughtful gifts to choose from, NYBG Shop is your place to find what your friends and loved ones have always wanted.
Holiday Train Nights are ticketed through our presenting partner, Fever.
Location Enid A. Haupt Conservatory