Holiday Train Show at New York Botanical Garden

What makes this event special

Miniature trains pass nearly 200 New York landmark replicas crafted from natural materials inside the conservatory. This is a holiday spectacular experience in Bronx, New York, with a published program for families.

What families can expect

• Model trains travel through a miniature New York landscape built from natural materials.
• Landmark replicas encourage children to recognize familiar places while exploring engineering and design.
• The Botanical Garden's conservatory setting adds a warm, immersive dimension to winter visits.

Date, venue and practical planning

When: Nov 14, 2026 – Jan 10, 2027. Where: New York Botanical Garden, Bronx. Admission: Ticketed. Suggested audience: All ages.

November 14–January 10; evening experiences are offered on selected dates and may require separate booking.

A parent-friendly way to enjoy it

Look at the timed-entry options before traveling; younger children may enjoy spotting one favorite landmark at a time.

Before booking or traveling

November 14–January 10; evening sessions on select dates. Event programs, timed entries and availability can change. The event organizer's page is the source of truth for admission, current opening times and accessibility details. This guide was researched on 2026-10-29.

Explore the area

Make the most of the outing with more things to do with kids in New York City, or browse the New York kids events calendar for other dates.