One of the most treasured holiday activities in New York City is visiting the famous department stores.
That's where you will see gorgeous, whimsical, and festive Christmas window displays.
Bergdorf's (as it's known locally) is one of NYC's most luxurious department stores and its windows are always gorgeous.
But for the Christmas holidays, the window design department goes all out.
As a local who goes to see all the department stores' windows every year, my vote for the best windows goes to Bergdorf's.
2025 dates to be announced. Last year, the windows will be unveiled on Thursday, November 21 and they are not to be missed!
Bergdorf Goodman is at 754 Fifth Avenue between 57th and 58th Street, just a few blocks north of Rockefeller Center's Christmas Tree.
With unique ideas, Bergdorf's windows are more than just a Christmas display.
They are works of art!
They may not be for everyone, as they don't focus too much on Christmas.
Something I love about Bergdorf's holiday windows is that they are never 'cute'.
They are cutting-edge and beautiful. They can be playful or sophisticated.
Planning begins in February for the holidays - eight months away!
A staff of 100 people contributes to the design, production, and eventual installation, which takes nearly three weeks!
This year, the theme is “Toast of the Town” and celebrates the 200th anniversary of Fifth Avenue and its role in New York City’s distinct personality.
One window celebrates the city’s parks that intersect with 5th Avenue, like Washington Square Park and Central Park.
This window is a leafy oasis in vivid shades of green and filled with giant park wildlife. My favorite is the giant squirrel eating a chestnut!
A bright yellow window is dedicated to NYC’s iconic yellow taxis while another honors the magnificent New York Public Library, highlighted in vibrant red glow alongside literary icons.
A lavender-bathed window showcases fashion and shopping, with a shout-out to Bergdorf itself, one of the city’s most famous department stores.
A brilliant blue window depicts the landmarks of 5th Avenue like the Empire State Building.
Some humor is thrown in as small fire escape ladders fill the corner with pigeons, for sure a major part of the NYC experience.
Across the street at the Men’s store called Goodman’s, a red window represents the dog walkers of New York City who often walked 10 dogs and up at one time. The window is filled with stuffed dogs of all kinds.
Stop by Bergdorf's windows when you are in the area, whether you are at Rockefeller Center or in Central Park, just a block away.
You won't be disappointed!
Read more about New York City’s Christmas windows and our New York Holiday Lights Tour.
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