The New York Botanical Garden’s Holiday Train Show celebrates its 22nd anniversary this year, and as always it's one of New York City's top seasonal attractions for families. Little electric trains go whizzing by more than 140 NYC landmarks made out of acorns, twigs, bark, berries and leaves. My family and I make it a point to go every single year—it's truly a quintessential New York holiday experience. There's a reason it's No. 52 on our list of 100 Things to Do with Your Kids in NYC.
New this year: The NYBG has greatly expanded its kids' programming in conjunction with the Holiday Train Show and also added a Holiday Dining Pavilion inspired by the city's iconic foodie neighborhoods.
We've got the scoop on everything there is to see and do at the 2013 Holiday Train Show, which opens on Saturday, plus info on other seasonal train exhibits in NYC. You can find even more seasonal activities in our Holiday Fun Guide.