'Tis the season to eat, drink, and be merry, and Manhattan's most spirited celebration is here to make your December downright dazzling! The 2026 NYC Holiday Cocktail Festival is taking over Chelsea Industrial on Saturday December 12, 2026, bringing together 100+ extraordinary cocktails, acclaimed distilleries, expert mixologists, and endless festive cheer. Think holiday magic meets mixology heaven, with 3.5 glorious hours of unlimited sipping.
$25 Tickets To The NYC Cocktail Festival: 3.5 Hours, 100+ Drinks, Music, Eats & More (a $70 Value)
The Lower East Side's best kept secret for total rejuvenation from head to toe is Taiji Energy Spa, a haven or restoration that acts as a getaway from the hustle & bustle. Exhausted New Yorkers can find bliss for the body, mind, and the spirit thanks to transformative treatments, just like its sister locations Taiji Jubest Spa in SoHo and Taiji Royal Spa in Brooklyn.
$35 60-Min Massage, $59 Three Treatment Spa Day, $69 60-Min Couples Massage at Taiji Energy Spa, LES
The New York Times. Eater. The Infatuation. The critics are raving about Aquarelle, a breathtaking jewel in the East Village that "feels like dining inside a luxe submarine & it serves some of the city’s freshest seafood." Dive into this over-the-top dreamscape, where brunch is given a drool-worthy showcase amidst bewitching interiors.
$69 For An Instagram-Worthy 90 Minute Bottomless Brunch For Two At Aquarelle, East Village (a $153 value)
Let us set the stage for you. You enter Pearl Street, a charming, intimate hideaway just 2 blocks from the waterfront in DUMBO, and slide into a seat at the chef's counter. From there, you're greeted with a gorgeous glass of wine as a procession of exquisite gastronomical masterpieces is presented to your palate. You dine, drink, chat with the talented culinary artists at work, and revel in this simply unmatched experience.
Join OLLY for Their Mochi Bites Experience and Sample the Brand’s New Supplements While Enjoying Interactive Fun
At SaltDrop, prepare for the ultimate unforgettable sweat session, where you'll burn over 500 calories and have a blast! Praised by Refinery29 & Sports Illustrated, this wellness sanctuary is prepared to sculpt and tone your physique, so much so it's earned celeb fans like Greta Gerwig & Carla Gugino. Just steps from Washington Square Park in NoHo, get ready to shake it, sweat, and smile!
Up To 60% Off Boutique Cardio Sculpting Fitness Classes At SaltDrop, NoHo
Through December 30, 2026, Visit MCNY for free on Wednesdays until 9 p.m., and explore the Museum’s full slate of current and critically acclaimed exhibitions. From 5–9 p.m., enjoy a pop-up bar with signature cocktails, soft drinks, and snacks.
50% Off Haircuts, Balayage, Highlights At Celeb-Favorite Royal Hair Salon, TriBeCa
Stop by Astor Wines for a free tasting featuring Rosaluna Mezcal. While sipping, enjoy a 20% discount on any wine (still or sparkling) and a 15% discount or more on any spirit that's poured the day of tasting.
Join Astor Wines for a Free Tasting Event Featuring Rosaluna Mezcal
Join Jack Daniel's for an exclusive live music and brand experience showcasing indie, rock, and electronic acts alongside Jack Daniel's activations, ft. special guest Jadakiss. Don't miss out!