Now that it’s officially December and NYC is in full holiday mode, it’s time to start thinking about where to buy your Christmas tree this year! And we know that there’s a million things to do in the city right now, but the sooner you think about your tree, the better. Whether you’re spending your first holiday in NYC or are in need of somewhere new to get your festive fixture, we’ve got you covered. These are some of the best places and options of where to buy a Christmas tree in NYC this year!
1. SoHo Trees, SoHo
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If you’re Downtown, swing through Canal Street and Varick to browse SoHo Trees’ options. They have a few other locations around the city, but this is their main flagship. Look through their variety of evergreens that range from Canadian Balsam to Fraser Fir! Plus, you can even have it packaged it up with the white glove treatment, or have it delivered to your home! Online shopping for trees is also available here.
Where: 76 Varick St
2. Tree Riders, East Village
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Imagine picking out your Christmas tree and having it delivered…by bike! With Tree Riders, this is reality after you’re done shopping for it at their East Village location or online! They also sell tons of other Christmas decor like bows, wreaths, lights, and so much more. If you’re looking for a unique delivery experience, try this spot!
Where: 131 E 10th Street & 2nd Ave
3. NYC Tree Shop, Kips Bay & Online
NYC Tree Shop has been dishing out premium Christmas trees for over 25 years, and this year is no different! Their typically online-only storefront boasts an IRL selection this year too, which can found in Kips Bay. The reason we love this spot in particular is because of their exquisite delivery service. The process is as easy as ordering it online and scheduling a delivery date! They do the rest. The price of the trees start at $120 and increase by size. Browse all of their options here.
Where: 28th and 2nd Ave
4. Old First Nursery School, Park Slope
If you’re looking to support a good cause with your tree purchase, do it at the Old First Nursery School in Brooklyn. This nursery school is holding their annual fundraiser by selling stunning trees to New Yorkers! You can pre-order your tree and pick it up, or go pick one out yourself on weekends from 9:30 am to 6:30 pm. Plus, a tree purchase puts your name into a raffle for prizes, including Broadway tickets to Wicked, swim lessons, and so much more. Learn more about the sale here!
Where: 729 Carroll St, Brooklyn
5. Brooklyn Terminal Market, Canarsie
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Brooklyn Terminal Market is about as close as you’ll get to trees directly from a farm in NYC. The industrial-style market is filled with rows of fresh Christmas trees that are ready to be picked! They also have some of the largest trees to choose from in all of the city. Why else we love it though? It’s relatively cheap compared to more traditional retailers and there’s free parking while you pick out your winner!
Where: 21 Brooklyn Terminal Market, Foster Ave, Brooklyn
6. Upstate Tree Farms, Westchester & More
If you’re looking to go as natural and authentic as it gets, consider taking a trip Upstate to pick out a Christmas tree. Some of our favorite farms near NYC include Wilkins Fruit & Fir Farm (Yorktown Heights, NY) and Solvang Tree Farm (Poughkeepsie, NY), but there are many around the Tri-State area, including New Jersey and Connecticut too! This can be a fun family way to cut down a tree or pick one out at a legendary tree farm.
Where: Multiple Locations
7. AA Trees, Coney Island
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This family-owned Christmas tree company is a cute option for both in-person picking out and online delivery. Their Coney Island location offers a wide selection of shapes and sizes that can be wrapped up by their elves or delivered on a different date! The prices here are really great and their free delivery deal simply can’t be beat. They also offer other services too like decorating and tree removal! Learn more about them here.
Where: 2744 Coney Island Ave, Brooklyn
8. Holiday & Farmers Markets, Multiple Locations
NYC is full of holiday and farmers markets, and sometimes these can be the best places to find a hidden gem of a Christmas tree! There’s tons across the city, including the Union Square Greenmarket and Chelsea Market to name a few, so be sure to keep your eyes peeled around you! These farmer’s markets are often the best way to purchase a tree sustainably.
Where: Multiple Locations
9. Urban Garden Center, East Harlem
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Last but not least on our list is Urban Garden Center in East Harlem, which is the largest garden center in NYC. Their prices are some of the best around (starting at $15/foot) and the variety of shapes and sizes is mightily impressive. Plus, since they’re a garden center, each Christmas tree is personally taken care of by hand to ensure it’s in great shape for your home!
Where: 1640 Park Ave
10. Greg’s Trees, Multiple Locations
Plucked carefully from Quebec, the Blue Ridge Mountains and the Pacific Northwest, Greg’s Trees has been around since 1985, selling New Yorkers stunning Christmas trees around the city. Their multiple locations, which are always decked in decorations and feature hand-painted holiday character cutouts, wreath-making stations, and giant sleighs will always put you in a festive mood! He’s also gearing up for a Domino Park tree lighting this Sunday which fill feature pictures with Santa, arts and crafts, and more.
Where:
Domino Park – Williamsburg
ABC Playground – LES
JJ Byrne’s Playground – Park Slope
Greenwood Beer Garden – South Slope
McCarren Park – Williamsburg
Borough Hall – Downtown Brooklyn
The Springs – Greenpoint
Murray Park – LIC