The holidays are upon us & so are all the festive happenings at The Barclay! From twinkling lights to seasonal treats & special events, we’re preparing something magical for everyone.
Book your stay to spend the holidays in our winter wonderland.

The holidays are upon us & so are all the festive happenings at The Barclay! From twinkling lights to seasonal treats & special events, we’re preparing something magical for everyone.
Book your stay to spend the holidays in our winter wonderland.
Celebrate Thanksgiving with family and friends at The Parlour and enjoy our festive offerings to transport you home. Available starting Thursday, November 26, until Sunday, November 29, while supplies last.
This will also be available ala carte and in In-Room Dining.
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Join us at The Parlour for dinner on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day with loved ones to celebrate the season. Our prefix menu will be served from 5:00pm to 10:00pm on Tuesday, December 24th - Friday, December 27th.
This will also be available ala carte and in In-Room Dining.
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Join us for our Third Annual The Barclay Express, an event which combines our rich history as one of the original railroad hotels in Grand Central’s Terminal City and gives a special nod to the beloved holiday classic, The Polar Express. Whether you remember reading the book as a child or are enjoying the joyous laughter of sharing it with your children or grandchildren now — this evening is sure to create core memories for all, filled with nostalgia, fun, and togetherness
Boarding: Monday, December 14, 2026 | 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Destination: Barclay Salon
Attire: Your most festive attire
Festivities: Cookie Decorating & Hot Cocoa (with all the fixings)
Claim Your Ticket by Wednesday, December 9th, 2026, by RSVPing below.
All aboard!
Visit our Postcard Station in the Lobby this winter season to send letters to loved ones or Santa himself.
The Barclay will be hosting Holiday Choirs the week of Mon, December 15 - Fri, December 18 in our lobby. Check out our wonderful lineup below and be part of the magic:
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Ring in 2027 in Barclay Style!
Watch the iconic Times Square Ball Drop in the comfort of The Parlour.
Enjoy Piper-Heidsieck Cuvée Brut by the glass while you toast the new year or order a bottle for the table and receive a dozen oysters (& we’ll throw in a bottle of sparkling cider for those under 21 or not indulging, too) with our New Year's Eve special.
Relax and enjoy your first morning of 2027 with extended breakfast service at The Parlour and through In-Room Dining. Breakfast extension until 12:00 PM.
A welcoming place for your tiniest travelers to come in out of the cold with their very own Petit Chalet. It is the perfect retreat to snuggle up and experience the holiday magic. The Petit Chalet includes a pop-up A-frame chalet, cozy pillows and blankets, classic board games and more.
Celebrate the season in style with a cozy two-night stay in premium accommodations, beautifully transformed for the holidays. Enjoy festive touches, warm comforts, and special surprises that bring the magic of the holidays to life. Take home lasting memories—and a little holiday cheer from The Barclay.
Whether you're looking to book a casual cocktail hour or dazzling gala, you bring the party, and we'll bring the bubbly - on us!
Herald in 2026 in the Presidential Suite.
Package available from $100,000.00 for three (3) nights. Custom enhancements available. Please email [email protected] to book.