Experience Winter Wonder
Experience the magic of winter like never before at WINTER WONDER. Hop on the HERO Express and be transported from Rockefeller all the way to the Northern Lights. From sparkling snowscapes to mesmerizing light shows, every corner offers a new adventure in this multisensory winter escape.
December 22 - December 24
Santa is Coming to Town
Join us at HERO as Santa visits from December 22 to December 24! Capture the magic with a digital family photo, available from 1-5 PM on December 22 and 12-4 PM on December 23 and 24. Create lasting memories this holiday season—don’t miss out on this festive opportunity!
An Immersive Holiday Experience in the Heart of the New York
This holiday season, HERO brings an enchanting winter journey to life at Rockefeller Center – a magical expedition from a hidden train station beneath Manhattan to the Northern Lights!
Come with us on an immersive adventure, as the Northern Lights Express carries kids and adults alike through snow-covered forests and enchanting ice caves, all the way to the mesmerizing Aurora Borealis, without ever leaving New York City!
Board the Northern Lights Express for a journey through wondrous winter landscapes, guided by a charming train conductor. Write your wish in the magical forest, explore crystalline caverns filled with arctic wildlife, bounce through a winter wonderland, and warm up in a cozy mountain chalet with hot cocoa, winter treats, and festive cocktails.
The journey culminates in a breathtaking encounter with the Northern Lights, where guests can interact with the dancing colors of the aurora borealis on a stunning digital canvas above.
The Secret Station
Step into a hidden world of Old World rail travel, where your northern adventure begins (free and open to public).
The Secret Station
Step into a hidden world of Old World rail travel, where your northern adventure begins (free and open to public).
The Northern Lights Express
Board our magical train car for a journey to the Far North, complete with scenic winter vistas outside your window.
The Wishing Woods
Explore an enchanted snow-covered forest where you can hang your winter wishes on a magical tree
Snow Bounce
Jump and play in a whimsical winter wonderland below giant candy mushrooms
The Northern Lights
We arrive at our destination, as the magic of the aurora borealis blooms in an interactive display where you can influence the dancing lights above
Hot Cocoa Chalet
Warm up in our cozy mountain lodge with seasonal treats, hot chocolate, and festive cocktails.
Gingerbread Workshop
Create your own holiday ornaments in our life-sized gingerbread house.
The Winter Market
Browse through a curated selection of holiday gifts and souvenirs in our enchanted winter market.
