New York City blossoms into a magical place during the holiday season, with everything decked out in mesmerizing lights, lively greenery and blocks upon blocks of festive celebrations.

And one of the city's most iconic seasonal attractions? The Bank of America Winter Village at Bryant Park.

The beloved event — open now through Sunday, March 1 — transforms the park's 9.6 acres into a magical all-ages winter wonderland in the heart of Midtown Manhattan. It features its signature 17,000-square-foot ice rink, which is the city's only free-admission ice rink; a collection of more than 190 artisan vendors; a vibrant open-air food hall known as The Lodge; private heated igloos and more.

But because this limited-time experience attracts more than 4 million visitors each year, it can be tough na

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