The New York Botanical Garden’s Holiday Train Show 2026 opens to the public on November 14 and runs through January 10, 2027. The Bronx exhibition pairs model trains with nearly 200 miniature New York landmarks made from botanical materials, with a new One Vanderbilt replica joining the display this season. Here are the dates, entry details and transit options to check before planning a visit.

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What visitors will see this season

The 35th annual show is staged inside the Enid A. Haupt Conservatory and across an outdoor display. NYBG says its miniature cityscapes include nearly 200 landmarks built from materials such as leaves, seeds, twigs, bark and acorns. The 2026 addition is a botanical interpretation of One Vanderbilt, the Midtown skyscraper.

The indoor galleries include overhead trestles, tunnels and bridges, while the outside section brings trains through a mountain-and-woodland setting. That mix makes the visit more than a quick look at a single model: allow time for both the conservatory and outdoor areas, and check the Garden’s calendar for the day’s operating details before leaving.

Dates, tickets and evening hours

The public run is November 14, 2026, through January 10, 2027. Tickets are sold through NYBG, and the Garden’s visitor rules require a valid ticket for the date and entry time shown. Availability and prices can vary by date, so use the official event calendar for current options rather than relying on an older fare or schedule.

NYBG has also listed select extended-hours dates, when the Garden stays open until 8 p.m. with last entry at 7 p.m.: November 27–29; December 5, 11–12, 18–20 and 26–30; and January 2. Those dates can suit visitors who want to see the conservatory after dark, but confirm the event calendar before booking because hours and entry windows are date-specific.

Getting to the Botanical Garden

NYBG’s visitor information points travelers to Metro-North’s Harlem local line and the Botanical Garden station, opposite the Garden’s Mosholu entrance. The trip from Grand Central Terminal is about 20 minutes, according to the Garden. Check Metro-North service notices and the Garden’s directions page on the day of travel; station and transit conditions can change.

The Garden is at 2900 Southern Boulevard in the Bronx. If you are comparing seasonal city outings, browse The Globuzz’s Travel coverage for more destination and trip-planning guides.

Sources

New York Botanical Garden: 2026 Holiday Train Show dates and visitor information; NYBG press release: 35th-year show details and extended-hours dates; NYBG visitor map and Metro-North access; NYC Tourism + Conventions: 2026 holiday season events.