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10 Elf Filming Locations in NYC To Visit!

Buddy the Elf, what’s your favorite color?! Check out some of the most famous Elf filming locations in NYC, one of the most beloved holiday classics and best Christmas movies set in NYC !

Are you a fan of the 2003 Christmas film Elf? Ever wondered where Elf was filmed? I’ll tell you—right in New York City, with the exception of a few interior scenes filmed in Vancouver.

Of course, there are a lot of movies filmed in NYC , but few films have done such an excellent job of encapsulating what this city is truly like during the holiday season the way Elf has, which is probably why so many love this Christmas classic!

Without further ado, below we will give you the most notable NYC filming locations used in Elf!

Elf Filming Locations in New York!

Empire state building.

So, where was Elf filmed? Remember the scene where Buddy (Played by Will Ferrell) goes into his father’s (played by James Caan) office with him, attempts to be a business-oriented adult, but his child-like personality can’t help but seep through?

The company (‘Greenway Press’) where Buddy’s father works, is located in the Empire State Building (2t 20 West 34th Street at 5th Avenue). It’s one tall building, so be prepared if you plan on visiting!

When you watch the film you’ll notice a few establishing shots of exterior views of the Empire State Building as well as scenes of Buddy going inside.

If you’re planning a visit to NYC during Christmas , you can visit the Empire State Building and check out the observatory too!

Central Park West

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One of the most memorable scenes in the entire movie would have to be the dinner scene where Buddy is seen downing an entire liter of Coca-Cola, and then immediately scarfing down a bowl of maple syrup-covered spaghetti!

This scene was shot at the apartment building located at 55 Central Park West. For those who don’t know, it was the same building used for Sigourney Weaver’s character in 1984’s Ghostbusters, another one of the best movies set in NYC of all time!

Pinebank Arch Bridge

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And not too far away, filmed at Pinebank Arch Bridge (Central Park at West 62nd Street) was the big snowball fight scene! After defeating the group of bullies, it’s at this point in the film where Michael (Played by Daniel Tay) begins to see Buddy in a new light and starts to admire him!

As far as NYC filming locations go, this is a particularly popular spot as it’s been used in other films like Great Expectations (1998) and Léon: The Professional (1994). As photogenic of a spot this is—who can blame them?

Lincoln Tunnel

Remember the scene where we see Buddy as he walks through the Lincoln Tunnel? Traffic looked pretty real, didn’t it?

It was said by Jon Favreau (the director), that during the filming, there were a lot of close calls and fender-benders—due to the drivers being distracted by a grown man dressed up as an elf! Understandable.

This famous mall (Located on 34th Street) was used for highly comedic section of the film. It’s here we see Buddy enter the mall, spray perfume in his mouth mistaking it for breath freshener, struggle to figure out how to go up an escalator, and being mistaken for an elf that works at the mall.

Not to mention where Buddy the Elf works, decorates and meets Jovie not to mention the scene where Walter Hobbs finds Buddy sleeping in the holiday window display on his way to work.

Unlike most of Elf’s NYC filming locations, this one more or less improvised. Apparently, the producers wanted to use Macy’s (On 34th Street), but ended up settling for Gimble’s which was a real department store that closed in the 1980s. Not too bad with all things considered, as it still ended up being a pretty fun scene!

Remember when Buddy the Elf is jumping across the crosswalk? This scene was along the popular 5th Avenue (where you can find many holiday displays) at the crosswalk between East 22nd and East 23rd Streets on 5th Avenue.

As is the case with a lot of the filming locations in NYC, 5th Ave can be pretty busy during the evening. Make sure to look both ways when crossing this street!

The Gimbels exterior scenes were also filmed along 5th Avenue and 30th Street. The moviemakers used CGI magic to bring this former department store back to life!

Rockefeller Center Plaza

On Jovi and Buddy’s fun and romantic date, another landmark where Elf was filmed is Rockefeller Center Plaza, where we get to see both the Rockefeller Center Christmas tree and the ice rink.

This is not only one of the best Christmas trees in NYC (used in many movies and tv shows) but this is also one of the most famous ice rinks in NYC too!

In the movie, this is where we see these two characters start to fall for one another. For any couples in New York—don’t be afraid to steal this as a date idea, this is always a popular proposal spot too.

Queensboro Bridge

At one of his lowest points in the film, we see Buddy climb the Queensboro Bridge (At 59th Street) as a way to escape his own sadness and loneliness.

Fortunately for him and the viewers, he sees Santa crash his sleigh before doing anything too rash. And of course the park that the Santa’s sleigh lands in just so happens to be…

Central Park

Central Park. It’s here where we see Buddy, with his newfound motivation to live, attempts to come to Santa’s aid.

Here we get our grand finale, as Buddy is assisting Santa and while Michael convinces the crowd that Santa is real on live TV and has to work with Jovie and the rest of the crowd to get Walter to sing “Santa Clause is Coming to Town”—Granting Santa enough holiday spirit to get his sleigh up and running again!

This is also where we see the scary horseback Central Park rangers chase Santa and his sleigh! This Elf filming location in NYC is one of the most intense and suspenseful!

Bethesda Terrace

Another Elf NYC filming location in Central Park. As Santa’s sleigh flies off, we get to see the Bethesda Terrace, one of the most iconic features of Central Park. When it comes to NYC landmarks being used as filming locations, Elf was right to at least briefly show this one.

It’s a beautiful landmark that should be visited by everyone who visits Central Park—whether you’re a New York resident or just visiting! Also, in addition to chasing down some of the best Elf filming locations in NYC, you can also visit the best- hidden gems in Central Park too!

About the Author

Eric Garner is a Brooklyn-based writer who was raised down south who loves talking about film, TV, hip-hop, and fashion.

Enjoyed these Elf filming locations in NYC? If you’re visiting around the holidays be sure to check out more festive guides like the best Christmas restaurants in NYC , best NYC Christmas ornaments , and best Christmas lights in NYC !

Eric Garner is a Brooklyn-based writer who was raised down south who loves talking about film, TV, hip-hop, fashion and sharing some great recommendations around Brooklyn.

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ELF The Musical is the hilarious tale of Buddy, a young orphan child who mistakenly crawls into Santa’s bag of gifts and is transported back to the North Pole. Unaware that he is actually human, Buddy’s enormous size and poor toy-making abilities cause him to face the truth. With Santa’s permission, Buddy embarks on a journey to New York City to find his birth father, discover his true identity, and help New York remember the true meaning of Christmas. This modern day Christmas classic is sure to make everyone embrace their inner ELF.

The New York Times says that ELF is “SPLASHY, PEPPY, SUGAR-SPRINKLED HOLIDAY ENTERTAINMENT!” USA Today calls ELF , “ENDEARINGLY GOOFY!” Variety proclaims, “ ELF is happy enough for families, savvy enough for city kids and plenty smart for adults!”

Based on the beloved 2003 New Line Cinema hit, ELF features songs by Tony Award® nominees Matthew Sklar (The Prom, The Wedding Singer) and Chad Beguelin (Aladdin, The Prom, The Wedding Singer) , with a book by Tony Award® winners Thomas Meehan (Annie, Hairspray, The Producers) and Bob Martin (The Drowsy Chaperone) .

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is a fabulous entity who is excited you’re here spreading holiday cheer, and they are thankful to Buddy for helping lift their Christmas spirit. Cody is a huge supporter of buttering toast butter side up but appreciates all who butters their toast butter side down. When Cody isn’t frolicking, they can be found exhorting creativity and thriving emotionally. National tours: Charlie and the Chocolate Factory (Wonka). Other credits: Beauty and the Beast (Lumiere), and How a Moose Named Alaska Saved the Titanic: Part Two (Alaska). Alma mater: Boston Conservatory. Cody would like to thank Stephanie Bull Prehoda for writing this biography. Headshot: @miaisabellaphotography #BullSistersThreePlusCody @PopGoesTheCultureShock , codyrgarcia.com

joyfully returns to this beloved Christmas musical, with several years in international and North American tours: West Side Story , Elf , 42nd Street , the new musical, Elf on the Shelf , along with several regional productions including Mary Poppins , Kinky Boots , and Newsies . Happiest of Holidays!

B.F.A. from The University of Memphis, Musical Theatre and Minor in Dance. Credits: Emma A New Musical, Working the Musical, Trouble in Mind. Regional: Hairspray , Theatre Memphis; Jelly’s Last Jam , Hatiloo Theatre; Bright Star, Murder on the Orient Express and Kinky Boots (Lola), Charleston Stages; The Color Purple , The Revival Theatre Production; Sister Act , Interlakes Theatre. He enjoys performing any chance he gets and loves to inspire others to never give up. Thank you to Carla (Mother) and Terriney (Sister) for everything. To see more of him: Instagram @Jxlonzo Tiktok @jaytotheque30

is thrilled to be touring with Elf this holiday season! Favorite credits: A Christmas Story (Swing, ensemble 2021 nat’l tour) Regional: Matilda (Bruce), A Christmas Story (Randy), Oliver (Oliver), Beauty and the Beast (Chip). Many thanks to The Wrightway (Rance Wright, Joe Barros, Alison Franck), Slow Burn Theatre Company, Amy Tanner, RealDance, Stewart Whitley Casting, NETworks Production Company, Zoom Talent, CESD, and my family. Follow me on IG: @jaxonjamestheofficial

is so pleased to be back in Christmastown for a fourth time! Other National tours: Charlie and the Chocolate Factory (Mrs. Bucket), Flashdance the Musical (Ms. Wilde). Regional: Title of Show (Heidi), Legally Blonde (Brooke), Escape to Margaritaville (Rachel), Footloose (Vi Moore), Brigadoon (Meg), Great American Trailer Park Musical (Linoleum) and others. BFA from Western Michigan University. IG @unsophisticaitlin www.caitlinlestersams.com

is beyond excited to be making his touring debut with Elf! Regional: The 25th Annual…Spelling Bee , Seussical , A Gentleman’s Guide to Love and Murder , Sunset Boulevard . This summer he sailed around Europe with Disney Cruise Line! Love to his incredible fiancé, Michael.

is thrilled to be playing Deb on this tour! Favorite roles include Chicago (Matron Mama Morton), National Tour; Avenue Q (Gary Coleman) and The Color Purple (Sofia). Most recent: Shrek (Dragon), Arrow Rock Lyceum Theatre. Thankful to be back onstage with an amazing cast and for another opportunity to spread the joy of theatre.

SAG/AFTRA, originally from Michigan has performed all over the US and Canada. Credits: Little Night Music (Carl Magnus), Legally Blonde (Prof Callahan), National tour Dirty Dancing (Dr. Houseman), JCSS (Pilate), Mamma Mia! (Bill Austin), Les Mis and Friends (Javert). TV: Big Bang Theory, Mad Men, Young and Restless, Ellen Show, Friends With Better Lives, and Property Bros. Chris has also been in many national commercials and has been on the cover and centerfold of Men's Health magazine. Would like to thank his family and Elf! Thanks and God Bless! IMDb: Christopher Robert Smith @chrissmithtraining

National tour debut! Black. Fem. Artist and Storyteller hailing from NYC. Off Broadway: Hercules (Melpomene), B-Boy Blues the Play (Michi), Chronicle X (Knowledge), Lost in the Disco (Angelina), Midnight Mugshot (Principal Gordon). Virtual: WILMAR (Ugbad /Hamdi), Getting There (Tanaysha). Television: Only Murders in the Building (Hulu), Let the Right One In (Showtime), Skully and the Mole Crack the Case (NBC Peacock Kids), Teaching While Black . Film: B-Boy Blues (BET+) , Unlocked, Istikhaara, New York, Help Yourself. “A woman’s gifts will make room for her”- Hattie McDaniel. GOD Thank you, for without you I am nothing. IG: @officialtieishathomas

National tour debut! Favorite credits: Singin’ in the Rain (Kathy Selden), Dames at Sea (Ruby), West Side Story (Velma), Head Over Heels, The Little Mermaid at The Gateway; Beauty and the Beast at The ZACH. SMU graduate! Thank you Stewart/Whitley, Hell’s Kitchen Agency, and the creative team of Elf! Love to her supportive family and Jacob. IG: @shanconboy shannonconboy.com.

Favorite credits: Titus Andronicus (Lucius/Demetrius), Rose Playhouse London; Comfort (Peter), Lincoln Center; and Caddywhompus (Alex), Fringe NYC. He received a BFA in Theatre from the University of Memphis. For Kelly. Smile. Skip. Laugh. www.davidcouter.com

is thrilled to join the company of Elf! Will recently understudied as Christian Bechdel in Paramount theater’s Fun Home in Aurora, IL., and played Christopher Robbin in Winnie the Pooh at the Mercury Theater in Chicago, IL. He studies musical theater at Ovation Academy for the Performing Arts in Oak Park, IL. When he’s not on stage, he’s hanging out with his friends, playing baseball, basketball or soccer, or drawing in one of his many sketchbooks. He’d like to thank his agents at DDO Chicago and his Ovation family for their love and support!

National tour: Peter Pan starring Cathy Rigby (Michael Darling). Regional: Mamma Mia! (Lisa, Dance Captain), Smokey Joe’s Café (DeLee), Legally Blonde (Margot), …Spelling Bee (Logainne), A Chorus Line . BFA in Musical Theatre Dance: CCPA. Instagram: @thejodavis_

is so excited to be joining Elf this year! A graduate of The American Musical and Dramatic Academy in NYC. National tours: Charlie and the Chocolate Factory , Jimmy Buffett’s Escape to Margaritaville, A Charlie Brown Christmas Live. Regional: The Little Mermaid , Gateway Playhouse; Mamma Mia! , Ivoryton Playhouse; Guys and Dolls , ABT. Off-Broadway: My Princess Diana . He would like to thank his family, UIA Talent Agency & JHA Management. Enjoy the show! @nicoo_d

is so thrilled to be back on the road with Elf The Musical! National tour: Waitress . NYC: Bright & Brave, a new musical (Elliot), Dixon Place. Regional: Newsies (Davey), Grease (Roger), The Fantasticks (Matt), Spamalot (Sir Robin), Into the Woods (Baker) Floyd Collins (Homer, dir. Adam Guettel). A proud Boston Conservatory graduate! Many thanks to Stewart/Whitley and the Elf team for believing in me. Love to my family, friends, and Mom who have always supported me. @justin_glass

National tour debut! Regional: A Chorus Line , City Springs Theatre & Gallery Players; Elf , Arts Center of Coastal Carolina; La Cage Aux Folles and Mamma Mia , Little Theatre On The Square. Graduate of Marymount Manhattan Musical Theatre. Endless thanks to Mom, Dad, Stewart/Whitley, and Brian at Hell's Kitchen Agency. @evanhussey

(he/him) is thrilled to be making his national tour debut with Elf! Favorite credits include Kinky Boots (Angel Swing), The Engeman Theatre; Newsies (Elmer), Westchester Broadway Theatre; and Crazy For You (Sam/Cowboy Trio), The Sharon Playhouse. Thanks to his family and friends for all their love support! For Grandma and Lauren @tj_kubler

National tour debut! Favorite credits: Pippin (Catherine), A Chorus Line (Diana), Aida (Ensemble, u/s Amneris). Proud alum of Texas State University’s BFA Musical Theatre program. Special thanks to Stewart/Whitley, ATB, and the creative team of Elf ! Much love to Mom, Dad, Nick, family, and friends. Happy Holidays! @julianalamia . www.julianalamia.com

National tour debut! Recent International/Regional: Footloose (Travis), Norwegian Cruise Lines; Elements , Norwegian Cruise Lines; A Chorus Line (Bobby), Laguna Playhouse; West Side Story (Big Deal); ShBoom (Denny), Surflight. BFA - CAP21/Molloy University. Sending all his love to dad, mom, Dori, & Piper. @r_mulvaney

is thrilled to be joining the Elf family! National tour: Charlie and the Chocolate Factory (Mr. Bucket). Regional: Newsies (Elmer), Jerome Robbins’ Broadway (Motel), Joseph and the…Dreamcoat (Dan), Beauty and the Beast (Ensemble). NY Dance: Broadway Dance Lab, Trainor Dance, and Steps Repertory Ensemble. Columbia University graduate. Thanks to Stewart/Whitley and the entire Elf team! All the love to Mom, Dad, Matt, Joe, Kira, and Lila-Rose! @dpahl10

National tour debut! Favorite credits: Rock of Ages (Waitress 1), Saturday Night Fever (Stephanie), An American in Paris, West Side Story, and Beauty and the Beast (Disney Dream. opening cast). Oakland University. Special thanks to Stewart/Whitley, Hell’s Kitchen agency, and the creative team of Elf ! Much love to The Stys fam and Justin! IG: @eastys

Thrilled to be spreading Christmas cheer! National tour: Summer: The Donna Summer Musical . Off-Broadway: No Strings . Regional Theatre: A Chorus Line (New London Barn Playhouse). B.A. from Loyola Marymount University. Endless gratitude to the Elf creative team for this opportunity. All my love to mom, dad, and Austin! www.emileetheno.com | @emileetheno

“But the children love the books!” National tour: Charlie and the Chocolate Factory (Ensemble, u/s Mrs. Teavee, u/s Mrs. Gloop), Rodger & Hammerstein’s Cinderella (Gabrielle, u/s Marie). Thank you to the entire Elf team and NETworks family! Love to LDC Artists and momager, Nate Patten. For my family always! @nicolezelka / nicolezelka.com

National tour debut! Most recent credit: The Little Mermaid (Ursula), Gateway Playhouse. Other credits: A Chorus Line (Val), Weathervane Theater; Wedding Singer (Holly), Mamma Mia (Lisa), Clearspace Theater; and Elf (Ensemble), Arts Center of Coastal Carolina. Thanks to the creative team for giving this fantastic opportunity, and a big thanks to mom, dad, Tommy, and toots.

Book by Thomas Meehan and Bob Martin

Thomas Meehan won the 2003 Tony Award® winner for co-writing the book for Hairspray after having won the 2001 Tony Award for co-writing the book of The Producers . He received his first Tony Award in 1977 for writing the book of Annie , which was his first Broadway show, and he has written books for the musicals I Remember Mama , Ain’t Broadway Grand , Annie Warbucks and the American version of Bombay Dreams . His work includes Annie, Chaplin, Elf the Musical, Young Frankenstein, for which he co-wrote the book with Mel Brooks, and Cry-Baby , co-written with Mark O’Donnell.

Bob Martin has been working as a writer, performer, and producer in television, film, and theatre in Canada and the US for more than three decades. Bob is co-creator of the musicals The Drowsy Chaperone , Elf the Musical , and The Prom , which are beloved by critics and audiences alike. The Prom was adapted into a Netflix film with an all-star cast. Recent theatre projects include Hey Look Me Over! (Encores!), Half Time (Chicago, Paper Mill), The Sting (Paper Mill). His theatrical endeavors in development include Night at the Museum , The Princess Bride , Smash , and a sequel to The Drowsy Chaperone . Mr. Martin was the co-creator of Slings & Arrows, which multiple publications continue to name as one of the best television shows of all time. His television projects also include Michael: Tuesdays and Thursdays (CBC), Michael: Everyday (CBC), and Sensitive Skin (HBO), with more in development.

Music by Matthew Sklar

Two-time Tony, Emmy Award-nominated composer of The Prom (Tony nom. for Best Original Score, winner of the Dramatists Guild Frederick Loewe Award), Elf the Musical , and The Wedding Singer (Tony nom. for Best Original Score). Film/TV: The Prom (Golden Globe nom. for Best Motion Picture – Musical or Comedy), Elf: Buddy’s Musical Christmas (Emmy nom. for Outstanding Music Direction), Sesame Street, Wonder Pets! and PBS’s American Masters . Honors also include the ASCAP Foundation Richard Rodgers New Horizons Award, the Gilman/ Gonzalez-Falla Theatre Award, and the Jonathan Larson Performing Arts Foundation.

Lyrics by Chad Beguelin

Chad Beguelin is a six-time Tony Award-nominee whose works include Disney’s Aladdin (Tony noms. for Best Book and Best Original Score, Drama Desk noms. for Outstanding Lyrics and Best Book), The Prom (Tony noms. For Best Book and Best Original Score and Drama Desk noms. for Best Book and Outstanding Lyrics), and The Wedding Singer (Tony noms. for Best Book and Best Original Score, Drama Desk nom for Outstanding Lyrics). He also wrote the lyrics for Elf the Musical . Chad is the recipient of the Edward Kleban Award for Outstanding Lyric Writing, the Jonathan Larson Performing Arts Foundation Award, the Gilman & Gonzalez-Falla Musical Theater Award, and the ASCAP Foundation Richard Rodgers New Horizons Award. Chad is a graduate of New York University’s Tisch School of the Arts Graduate Dramatic Writing Program. Much love to his husband Tom.

Directed by Sam Scalamoni

Sam Scalamoni is proud of the critically acclaimed Elf the Musical which has toured the U.S. since 2012 with successful runs at The Kennedy Center and The Theatre at Madison Square Garden! In 2022 he directed the world premiere of the award-winning musical A Thousand Faces , based on the life of film legend Lon Chaney. In development he has; Unbelievable , based on baseball legend Jackie Mitchell and a miniseries based on the same story titled Lookout. Sam developed and directed the new musical, The Elf on the Shelf; A Christmas Musical , the premiere of the holiday musical Noel with book by best-selling author of the Artemis Fowl series, Eoin Colfer and Disney’s Beauty and the Beast for the Ogunquit Playhouse and North Carolina Theatre. Sam is the Associate Director of Disney’s Beauty and the Beast which he also supervised on Broadway and mounted multiple companies worldwide, most recently in Tokyo. He directed Les Misérables winning the SALT Award for Best Director of a Musical and Best Musical of the Year and Agatha Christie’s An Unexpected Guest , winning the Broadway World Award for Best Director of a Play both at Cortland Repertory Theatre. His Nickelodeon’s Storytime Live! broke box office records at Radio City Music Hall. For Tricia, Spencer and Mia.

Choreography by Connor Gallagher

Broadway: Beetlejuice , The Robber Bridegroom (Roundabout Theatre Company, Astaire Award, Calloway nominee). Connor most recently directed a reimagined Beauty and the Beast for Disney Creative Entertainment (Brass Ring Award). Recent works include Found (Philadelphia Theatre Company), Elf the Musical (Kennedy Center), The Twelve (The Denver Center), Tangled (world premiere); and productions at The Public Theater, Shakespeare Theatre Company, American Conservatory Theater, Two River Theatre, Westport Country Playhouse, The Goodspeed Opera House, TheatreWorks, and Northern Stage. Spent a year on Broadway as a dancing rug. connorgallagher.com

Scenic Design by Christine Peters

Credits: Charlie and the Chocolate Factory tour, Tootsie tour, Elf the Musical tour, 1st Date , Mickey & Minnie’s Doorway to Magic . Broadway (associate designer): King Kong Alive on Broadway , Miss Saigon , 1984 , Paramour , Les Misérables , Testament of Mary , Jekyll & Hyde , The Book of Mormon , Newsies The Musical , The Addams Family , Elf the Musical , Bonnie and Clyde , The House of Blue Leaves , Elling , Enron , Mary Stuart , The American Plan , Cyrano de Bergerac , Chita Rivera . National tours (associate designer): Newsies , Dirty Dancing , Andrew Lloyd Webber’s Wizard of Oz , The Phantom of the Opera , Jekyll and Hyde , Mary Poppins , Les Misérables , Beauty and the Beast .

Costume Design by Gregg Barnes

Broadway: Some Like It Hot (Upcoming), Pretty Woman, Mean Girls (Tony nom.), Tuck Everlasting (Tony nom.), Something Rotten! (Tony nom.), Aladdin, Kinky Boots (Tony nom., Olivier Award), Follies (Tony Award, Drama Desk Award), Elf the Musical, Legally Blonde (Tony nom.), The Drowsy Chaperone (Tony Award, Drama Desk Award, Outer Critics Award, Olivier nom.), Dirty Rotten Scoundrels, Flower Drum Song (Tony nom.), Side Show. Other: Dreamgirls (Olivier nomination), Sinatra (Radio City), Radio City Christmas Spectacular, Pageant (Olivier Nomination), The Kathy and Mo Show. TDF Young Master Award.

Lighting Design by Paul Miller

Broadway: Ruben & Clay’s Christmas Show, Amazing Grace, The Illusionists, Legally Blonde, Freshly Squeezed, Laughing Room Only . National tours: The Illusionists, Elf the Musical, The Producers, Hairspray, Nunsense . Many commercial Off-Broadway productions and City Center Encores! Regional: The Old Globe, Stratford Shakespeare Festival (Ontario), DC Shakespeare, Chicago Shakespeare, Idaho Shakespeare, Great Lakes Theatre Co, Asolo Rep, American Conservatory Theatre, Cleveland Playhouse, Pasadena Playhouse, The Goodspeed Opera House, Pittsburgh CLO, and Seattle’s 5th Avenue Theatre, among others. Ballet: The New Jersey Ballet, Eglevsky Ballet, Grand Rapids Ballet. Television: Live from Lincoln Center, Netflix, Showtime, Comedy Central. International: Productions WHO’S WHO in São Paulo, Toronto, London, Vienna, Milan (Teatro alla Scala), Manila, Johannesburg, Beijing, Slovenia, Canada, and Mexico. Paul has been the Lighting Director for the internationally televised New Year’s Eve Celebration from New York’s Times Square for the last 20 years. He is originally from Chicago and trained at The Theatre School at DePaul University.

Sound Design by Shannon Slaton

Shannon Slaton has designed many national tours including Shrek ; Once on this Island ; The Producers ; Kiss Me, Kate ; Noise/Funk ; The Full Monty ; Contact ; A Chorus Line ; Tap Dogs ; Sweeney Todd ; The Wizard of Oz ; The Drowsy Chaperone ; and The Wedding Singer . He was production sound for The Phantom of the Opera on Broadway and national tour, and advance sound for Wicked . Shows he has mixed on Broadway include Springsteen on Broadway, Man of La Mancha, Bombay Dreams, A Christmas Carol, Sweet Charity, Jersey Boys, Dirty Rotten Scoundrels, The Drowsy Chaperone, Spring Awakening, Fela!, Anything Goes, Annie, Legally Blonde, and Cabaret.

Hair Design by Bernie Ardia

Bernie Ardia is a California native with a 40-year career starting in print and television. He has designed for over 75 productions including: Cameron Mackintosh’s Les Misérables and Oliver , Kiss of the Spider Woman with Chita Rivera , Andrew Lloyd Webber’s Starlight Express (Las Vegas), Cinderella with Eartha Kitt ; and Hairspray (recreating Paul Huntley’s designs). He is also the author of Barbra Streisand in New York City , and presenting the upcoming At Sea with Patrick Dennis, My Madcap Mexican Adventure with the Author of Auntie Mame (pub. Ratteling Good Yarns).

Orchestrations by Doug Besterman

Three-time Tony Award-winner. Broadway: Anastasia, A Bronx Tale, Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, It Shoulda Been You, Bullets Over Broadway (Tony nom.), Rocky, On a Clear Day..., Sister Act, How to Succeed... (Tony nom.), Elf the Musical, Young Frankenstein (Drama Desk nom.), Tarzan, Dracula, Thoroughly Modern Millie (2002 Tony/Drama Desk Awards), The Producers (2001 Tony/Drama Desk Awards), Seussical, The Music Man (Drama Desk/Tony noms.), Fosse (1999 Tony), Big (Drama Desk nom.), Damn Yankees (Drama Desk nom.). Off-Broadway: Carrie, Weird Romance . Regional: The Honeymooners, The Sting . TV/Film: Schmigadoon, Mary Poppins Returns, Beauty and the Beast, Frozen, Chicago, Mulan .

Music Supervisor: Nate Patten

Nate Patten was the music director for Charlie and the Chocolate Factory on Broadway as well as music supervisor for the Australian company. Other Broadway: Company (with Patti LuPone), The Prom, Ain’t Too Proud, Be More Chill, Beautiful, School of Rock, Catch Me If You Can. Kennedy Center: Elf the Musical . Off Broadway: Silence! The Musical (also in L.A.), The Toxic Avenger . Tours: Flashdance, We Will Rock You, Beauty and the Beast, The Wedding Singer, The Wizard of Oz . Nate is also the host of a popular podcast called Patten Disregard featuring interviews with Broadway celebrities. @natepatten

Music Coordinator: John Mezzio

John Mezzio has conducted national tours including State Fair starring John Davidson, Victor Victoria starring Toni Tennille, and Cinderella starring Eartha Kitt and Deborah Gibson. Additionally, Mr. Mezzio was Associate Conductor for Andrew Lloyd Webber’s Starlight Express at the Las Vegas Hilton. National tours: Oklahoma!, The Producers, Spring Awakening, Memphis, Beauty and the Beast , and Elf the Musical .

Casting by Wojcik Casting Team

Duncan Stewart CSA and Benton Whitley CSA. Broadway/NY: Hadestown (Artios Award), Chicago , Paradise Square , Rock of Ages , The Lightning Thief , ...the Great Comet of 1812 , Elf the Musical, On the Town, Pippin, La Cage aux Folles, Radio City Christmas Spectacular . TV/Film: Netflix, 20th Century Fox, NBC, Lionsgate, Disney Channel. West End/UK: Hadestown, Thriller Live, Menier Chocolate Factory . Tours: Hadestown, Hairspray, Waitress, Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, Finding Neverland, Into the Woods, We Will Rock You . Regional: ART, Berkeley Rep, Alley, Bay Street, For the Record, TUTS, Hollywood Bowl, McCarter, Signature, RCCL . @stewartwhitley , stewartwhitley.com

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ELF MOVIE SITES TOUR

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Calendar Availability: Year-Round
User Ages: All ages
Hour Glass Duration: Approx. 2 hours
Tag Tour Type: Private Bus/Vehicle Tour
Open Book Language: English

Get in the Christmas spirit by joining us on our Buddy the Elf Sites Tour!

You will experience New York City through the eyes of our favorite curious, yet not so little elf from the North Pole. This city has so much to offer, but as Leon the Snowman told Buddy, be careful of the yellow snow!

This guided sightseeing tour will be full of stories! Can you expect anything else though?

So, put on your favorite elf hat and meet us in Central Park where Santa and Buddy take off in the sleigh with the magic of Christmas spirit! Then you’ll head to the Pinebank Arch, but watch out for snowballs! From there, you’ll visit the Rockefeller Plaza to see the ice skating rink and the famous Christmas tree. Make sure to be on your best behavior when we arrive at the Empire State Building because Buddy wasn’t so lucky when he visited. On this tour, you’ll pass through the Upper West Side, Times Square, Flatiron District, and more NYC neighborhoods!

What Will You See On This Tour?

Visit Bethesda Terrace, where Buddy and Santa escape from the Central Park Rangers on Santa’s sleigh with the magic of Christma spirit
Walk across the Pinebank Arch to get a view of how Buddy and Michael get ambushed in a snowball fight
Take pictures of the ice rink and Christmas tree at Rockefeller Center as seen during Buddy and Jovie’s first date
Stroll past the Empire State Building, but be careful of the taxis!
See the Gimbels building, Buddy’s North Pole home away from home
Drive by Walter Hobbs’ apartment, which is also the iconic “Spook Central” from Ghostbusters

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2 Hours Private Guided Elf Sites Tour in New York City

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Bethesda Terrace, New York, NY 10024, USA Please meet the tour guide in front of Bethesda Terrace at 72 Terrace Drive.
Hershey's Chocolate World, 20 Times Square, 701 7th Ave, New York, NY 10036, USA This tour ends at Hershey's Chocolate World, where you can get your own signature chocolate treat, or buy the ingredients to recreate Buddy's breakfast spaghetti in the film (you'll need Hershey's syrup!)
Not wheelchair accessible
Service animals allowed
Near public transportation
Infants must sit on laps
Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Most travelers can participate
The total duration of the tour includes travel time spent passing locations from the movie.
This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
All sales are final and incur 100% cancellation penalties.
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You'll start at Bethesda Terrace New York, NY 10024, USA Please meet the tour guide in front of Bethesda Terrace at 72 Terrace Drive. See address & details
Pass by Pinebank Arch Bethesda Terrace Rockefeller Center Empire State Building Grand Central Terminal
You'll end at Hershey's Chocolate World 20 Times Square, 701 7th Ave, New York, NY 10036, USA This tour ends at Hershey's Chocolate World, where you can get your own signature chocolate treat, or buy the ingredients to recreate Buddy's breakfast spaghetti in the film (you'll need Hershey's syrup!) See address & details

X2376CVfrancescag 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Brilliant! Loved this tour! My mum and I went on this tour and had the best time. Our tour guide, Amanda was so lovely and knowledgeable. She gave us many stories about being on set and BTS information about the girls. We were even given mini cupcakes from Magnolia Bakery which was featured in season 3! Delicious! Definitely worth doing. Read more Written April 24, 2024
Annvds 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Recommended tour We had such a lovely guide (Laura Walter). She took us through Central Park and had a lot of stuff to tell. Even questions non-tour related she answered without any hesitation. Read more Written April 23, 2024
Gezylou52 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Love Love Love! This place is absolutely amazing! We knocked on the door and asked if we could buy a T-shirt, the staff were so friendly & helpful! Remember, this is a real fire station! Buying merchandise from here helps the fire station! Rather than from here then all the cheap shops in the city! The firemen where lovely & so helpful, and I'm so glad I visited now! Read more Written April 21, 2024
Anniemum 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Absolutely fabulous Wonderful tour, Chris our guide was outstanding. Such a warm and lovely person, entertaining us even though the New York traffic slowed us down. Brilliant way to access lots of famous sites and Chris was both knowledgeable and engaging. Thank you so much for a wonderful day. Read more Written April 20, 2024
Trail52893026426 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Great experience! Lauren was awesome! Soo funny and knowledgeable! 10 out of 10 will recommend!! Would definitely do it again!!!!!!!!!! Read more Written April 19, 2024
Julieb8thuro 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Excellent Central Park Movie Tour Laura Walter was an excellent guide, she was very knowledgeable, fun and friendly, not only about the tour but also about anything New York. We enjoyed the tour greatly. Thankyou very much Laura. Read more Written April 17, 2024
afarnella6 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Great tour by Christine! Christine was such a fun tour guide and was so Knowledgeable! She gave us so many fun facts and was engaging! I would Do the tour again and would do it with Christine!! She is amazing! Read more Written April 16, 2024
laurensS8131ND 0 contributions 4.0 of 5 bubbles Fun tour! Fun tour! Our tour guide, Christine, was knowledgeable and fun. We hit a bunch of sights that were used in the show and ended the tour with a cosmopolitan 🤩 Read more Written April 16, 2024
Christine K 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Worth it We had a great time! The entire ride was filled with tidbits, both the excellent guide and wonderful driver were knowledgeable and fun. Definitely recommend! Read more Written April 15, 2024
294kirsties 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles NYC movie.tour 24 Fantastic host very informative and funny. Great photo opportunities I would highly recommend. We learned so much about new.york this way Read more Written April 14, 2024
X7513UImikec 0 contributions 1.0 of 5 bubbles Refuse to admit there mistake We should have gone on April 6th, 2024. Didn't happen. 0 Stars. This company believes they are perfect and does not make mistakes. Made a reservation for 4/9/24 and it was changed to 4/13/24 for some reason. I double ched to make sure since we were traveling 900 miles to NYC. They did offer a similar tour on the 7th but we left on the 7th. NO REFUNDS. I even asked for a partial- NO WAY. Its all about the money and not customer satisfaction. They made the mistake- I am sure of it. I will not use this company in the future and will not recommend them to anyone. Read more Written April 11, 2024
elfckguero 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Great experience. Every place you go to is better than the previous and you visit really cool spots. The guide was funny and very helpful for us. Read more Written April 8, 2024
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K3710VDfredk 0 contributions 2.0 of 5 bubbles Disappointed. Bus drives by buildings. Underwhelming. Casey was good as our guide, but disappointed in the itinerary and stops. We just drove past buildings, where you may not even see it if you were on the wrong side of the bus, where she announced what movie or tv show used that exterior. I expected to see a video of the movie scene, then stop at the location. Stops were only Washington Square park to walk around, the Ghostbusters fire house in Tribeca, the Friends apt. Bldg. No Seinfeld sights except to drive past the Soup restaurant (not even stop to go in). No Murders in the Building, only one drive by related to Sex in the City. Cannot recommend this tour. Read more Written April 7, 2024

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Other beloved holiday movies were also filmed in New York City and the tour takes you to Macy’s spectacular holiday window displays, just like you saw in Miracle on 34th Street. Of course, this is the home of Macy’s famous holiday parade.

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Photos show what the iconic locations in 'Elf' look life in real life

I've lived in New York City for over a year, and I've been to many of the spots where the movie "Elf" was filmed.
Most of the locations shown in the 2003 film look the same today, like the Empire State Building and Central Park.
Gimbels, where Buddy (the elf the movie is about) works, used to be a real department store in NYC, but it closed in the '80s; the Textile Building was used as the exterior of Gimbels in the movie instead.
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Warning: Spoilers ahead for the movie "Elf."

Every December, my brother and I watch "Elf" together. Then, we spend the whole year referencing its many hilarious bits to one another whenever they are relevant.

Now that I live in New York City, where my favorite holiday movie was filmed, I've passed through many of the film's iconic locations from Rockefeller Center to Central Park.

But while you can visit some of the sites from the movie, I've found that they don't all look like they do in the film.

"Elf" is my all-time favorite Christmas movie.

The 2003 film stars Will Ferrell as Buddy, an adult who grew up in the North Pole among Santa and elves. Buddy thinks he's an elf too until he leaves the North Pole to find his human father, Walter Hobbs, played by James Caan.

Buddy finds his father, who is initially reluctant to care for him, in New York City. While Buddy explores the city, gets to know his family, and falls in love with a lady, Santa struggles to prepare for Christmas Eve. His sleigh runs primarily on Christmas spirit, a source of fuel that the world is running low on.

Santa ends up crashing in Central Park while trying to deliver gifts, and Buddy gets the chance to act as his elf by helping him with the sleigh. Meanwhile, Buddy's new loved ones help Santa by bringing the Christmas spirit to Central Park through song. And together, they all save Christmas.

I live in New York City, and I've been to the film's many iconic locations.

Much of the film takes place around Central Park, where Buddy's dad lives, and the Empire State Building, where Buddy's dad works.

It also features other iconic locations like Rockefeller Center, and seemingly random ones, like the 23rd Street subway entrance east of Broadway.

Iconic spots and unforgettable moments in the film were shot in the middle of Manhattan, from the Flatiron Building to Central Park.

The film is depicted in Manhattan, one of New York City's five boroughs.

When Buddy gets to New York, he finds his father at the Empire State Building.

In the movie, Walter Hobbs works for a publishing company inside the Empire State Building.

The real-life lobby is pretty much identical, except there aren't always Christmas trees inside.

The lobby has the same mural in real life as it does in the film.

Just a couple blocks away from the Empire State Building is the building that was used as the exterior of Gimbels.

Gimbels, the store where Buddy meets his love interest, Jovie (played by Zooey Deschanel) used to be a real department store in Manhattan's Herald Square.

The store opened in 1910, becoming a competitor to the nearby Macy's flagship store (which opened in 1902), according to the Chicago Tribune. That rivalry came to an end when Gimbels closed in 1986, The New York Times reported .

In real life, the Textile Building is stripped of the Gimbels logo and holiday decor.

Manhattan's Textile Building was used as the exterior shot for Gimbels in the movie, according to the IMDb page for "Elf." CGI was used to transform the building's facade into a Christmas wonderland for the film, its IMDb page says.

It takes about seven minutes to walk from the Textile Building to the subway entrance where Buddy ate stale globs of gum he picked from beneath the railing.

Although Santa told him not to, Buddy can't resist the sweet temptation of chewed gum he finds beneath a subway entrance railing at East 23rd Street. Buddy eats all kinds of sugary foods throughout the movie thanks to his sweet tooth.

In real life, it's the uptown and Queens entrance to the East 23rd Street subway station next to Broadway, and it looks just like it does in the film, minus the gum. Yes, I checked.

I'm thrilled to report that I found no gum underneath this particular railing.

About three miles north of the subway entrance, you'll find the building where Buddy's family lives: 55 Central Park West.

Walter Hobbs lives in 55 Central Park West with his wife Emily, played by Mary Steenburgen, and his son Michael, played by Daniel Tay. Buddy moves in with them.

Unlike Gimbels, this building looks just like it does in the film in real life.

The building was also Spook Central in the film "Ghostbusters," where the Ghostbusters' first client lived.

Central Park is across the street from the apartment building. The park is massive, but the bridge featured in the scene of the snowball fight is very close by.

Buddy and Michael bond through a snowball fight as they charge underneath a bridge. It was the Pine Bank Bridge, according to Movie-Locations.com . The bridge is in Central Park West next to Umpire Rock.

Aside from the snow, this area looks the same as it does in the film.

There are many arches and bridges in Central Park West, but I found this to be the prettiest one in the area. It's the one I'd pick to use in a film.

A couple miles south of Central Park West, Rockefeller Center's skating rink is where Buddy and his love interest Jovie kiss for the first time.

Buddy has a romantic evening with Jovie where they explore New York City's Christmas decor in department store windows and try some of Buddy's favorite activities, like running around inside revolving doors. They end up at the ice skating rink at Rockefeller Center.

The scene looked similar in 2019 around Christmastime, but the rink appeared less crowded in the movie.

In reality, visiting Rockefeller Center is an ordeal. Without a VIP ticket, massive lines can take hours. I've never skated the rink, but every time I've gone to the area in December, it has been incredibly crowded, making it less romantic than it appears in the film.

Aside from the crowds and CGI additions, all the iconic locations from the 2003 film hold up in modern-day New York City.

I'll have to take my brother on this "Elf" tour of New York City next time he visits.

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How to spend a day in Manhattan as Buddy the Elf

MANHATTAN, New York (WABC) -- Don't be a cotton-headed ninnymoggins this holiday season!

Thousands visit Manhattan during the holiday season, but to make your trip unique, use Buddy the Elf as your muse. From visiting the Empire State Building to hopping across the street, these Elf-inspired activities will make your Christmas Eve both festive and funny.

1. Walk through Lincoln Tunnel (OK, well, bad idea).

Entering Manhattan by walking through the Lincoln Tunnel is probably the most authentic way to start your day as Buddy the Elf. According to Port Authority, however, doing this will land you a criminal court summons. So to make travel both Buddy friendly and legal, get to any destination by hopping. (But watch out, the yellow ones don't stop!)

2. Gallivant through Macy's on 34th Street.

Location: 151 W. 34th St.

The real department-store giant Gimbels closed its doors in the 1980s, and so the Gimbels featured in Elf is actually a digitally altered version of the 34th Street Macy's. There are several activities required for this stop, including tasting perfume samples, racing around the revolving doors and, of course, singing. You should also sit on Santa's lap, but please avoid telling him that he smells like beef and cheese.

3. Congratulate store owners for serving the World's Best Cup of Coffee.

Location: 21 East 27th St.

Every time you buy a coffee, whether it's from a corner deli, a Starbucks, or a hipster hotspot, make sure to publicly congratulate the store for serving "The World's Best Cup of Coffee." But if you're jones-ing for a truly praiseworthy cup of Joe, stop by NoMad's Birch Coffee, which has one of the highest ratings on Zagat for a Manhattan coffee shop.

4. Visit the Empire State Building.

Location: 350 Fifth Ave.

As the location of Walter Hobbs' office, the Empire State Building plays a critical role in "Elf." Unfortunately, sending Christmas grams to office buildings and getting drunk off of "syrup" in the mail room are forbidden. Instead, take a trip up to the Observation Desk to get a Santa's eye view of New York!

5. Visit one of the 30 Ray's Pizzas.

Location: 736 Seventh Ave.

According to Santa, the real Ray's Pizza is on 11th - or at least, it was. The pizza joint shut down in 2011, reopened as Famous Roio's pizzeria, then closed its doors again in 2013. Still, a few impostors have locations in Midtown. Stop by for a slice, and make sure to let your servers know (nicely) that their store sits on a throne of lies.

6. Eat a whole roll of cookie dough as fast as you can ... sort of.

Location: 362 West 45th Street

Although scarfing down an entire roll of Tollhouse Cookie dough seems fun, pairing this with a spin around revolving doors may have catastrophic results. For a stomach friendly alternative, check out Schmackary's in Midtown West, which serves chocolate chip cookies smothered in cookie dough frosting on Mondays, Fridays and Sundays. See who can eat a dozen of these the fastest!

7. Ask a special someone, "Do you want to get food?"

Location: 200 W. 44th St.

Those looking to use the "secret code" on a special someone should consider going somewhere that serves "real food." Since spaghetti is the only Buddy-approved dish that's not in the four main food groups, a trip to the legendary Italian restaurant Carmine's is a must. Unfortunately, none of the family-style pasta dishes are served with maple syrup, so customers must bring their own.

8. Go ice skating at The Rink in Rockefeller Center.

Location: 600 Fifth Ave.

No holiday trip to New York City is complete without stopping by the Rock. After enjoying your "real food," skip on over to The Rink in Rockefeller Center to go ice skating under the lights of the famous Christmas tree. Maybe you can even hold hands with another human with affinity for elf culture.

9. See Elf the Musical!

Location: 4 Pennsylvania Plaza

Adapted from the now legendary movie, "Elf the Musical" allows patrons to experience the magic of Elf live - with even more singing! The Theater at Madison Square Garden will host the musical from now until Dec. 27th, with ticket prices ranging from $39-$160.

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How To Plan The Ultimate ‘Elf’-Inspired Day In NYC

“Elf” is such a New York Christmas movie, with so many iconic locations and insider city references. That also makes it the perfect inspiration for an incredible holiday outing in NYC that you can follow along.

Buddy’s first stop in NYC is at the Lincoln Tunnel, though it isn’t pedestrian-friendly so it’s probably not worth a visit on its own. Remember, he “passed through the seven levels of the Candy Cane forest, through the sea of swirly-twirly gum drops, and then walked through the Lincoln Tunnel” to arrive in our beloved Manhattan…

Here’s what he did the rest of the day, which you can easily do as well to get fully in the Christmas spirit!

Pick up the “World’s Best Cup of Coffee!”

The diner where Buddy wishes a sincere “congratulations!” for the best cup of coffee isn’t an actual location in NYC (that we know of), but you can still congratulate your favorite coffee shop on making the best cup in the world, at least in your opinion! This scene was likely filmed around the Flatiron area, so if you’re really trying to be accurate, try Birch Coffee or Stumptown Coffee Roasters. Or, head to the country’s best coffee shop a borough away.

Get your shoes shined at Grand Central Terminal

Just try not to fall off the seat laughing!

Address: 87 E 42nd St., Grand Central Terminal

Stop in the Empire State Building

Next, Buddy goes to meet his dad for the first time in the Empire State Building. The look of the lobby is undoubtedly iconic, and it was even designated a historic landmark by the Landmarks Preservation Commission. You used to be able to enter the space without a ticket, but unfortunately now they made it the finale of the tour experience, so you’ll have to do the full visit to the top if you want to see the location from the movie.

Just don’t press every floor button in the elevator, even if it does look like a Christmas tree!

Address: 20 W 34th St.

Shop at Macy’s aka “Gimbels”

Gimbels doesn’t actually exist anymore, as it was a department store that permanently closed in 1986, but they used it in the movie because Macy’s wouldn’t allow them to use their name. Nothing will be as good as Buddy’s DIY decorating, but at least you can check out their amazing window displays !

Address: 151 W 34th St.

Have a snowball fight in Central Park

Head to Central Park for a snowball fight if the weather is cooperating. If not, just take a stroll around the park, particularly near the Pinebank Arch where Buddy and Michael have their epic snowball fight. Just don’t chop a Christmas tree down!

Address: Central Park, enter through Central Park West between 61st and 62nd St.

Pick up “elf food” at Dylan’s Candy Bar

This wasn’t in the movie specifically, but you need somewhere to get the four main elf food groups: candy, candy canes, candy corns and syrup. You might have to go to the grocery store for the syrup, and don’t forget a box of spaghetti while you’re at it!

Address: 1011 3rd Ave.

Go ice skating at Rockefeller Center

Have a magical holiday date night like Buddy and Jovie with a trip to the Rockefeller Christmas Tree and ice skating in the famous rink!

Address: 45 Rockefeller Plaza

Some other first-time-in-New-York activities he partakes in: hopping across the crosswalk lines, running around and around in a revolving door, and eating gum off the subway railing (though we definitely do not recommend this!).

featured image source: Macy’s Herald Square / Diane Bondareff

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NYC Christmas Movie Tour

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Wollman Rink
Gapstow Bridge
Plaza Hotel
Bloomingdales
Rockefeller Center
Radio City Music Hall
and much more!!

On our brand new pay-what-you-like Holiday Movie Tour of NYC , you can visit some of the most iconic spots from favorite films such as Elf , Home Alone 2, Serendipity, Scrooged, and Miracle on 34th Street .

See the spot where Buddy the Elf triumphed in a snowball fight and where Kevin McAllister met the Pigeon Lady!

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In addition to film sites, you will get to experience some of the beautiful holiday decorations and displays as we walk through the city.

We will warm up with a hot chocolate during this tour and end with a subway ride to Macy’s to meet Santa Claus!

(Don't fancy walking? Check the bus tour version ).

Be sure to also check out our daily Holiday Lights and Window Display Tour as well as our Dyker Heights Christmas Lights Tour .

Sites we will cover on the tour include:

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Reservations: REQUIRED. Click here to reserve .

Where: Meet in Columbus Circle, under the statue ( map ). It is located at the intersection of West 59th and 8th Ave/Central Park West.

The tour ends in front of Macy’s on 34th Street.

You will need to make your reservations to visit Santaland, as the tour will not go inside the store.

Duration: Approximately 2 hours. Approximately 1.5 miles (2k) in distance.

When: @2pm Sundays, Mondays, Wednesdays & Fridays

Cost: This tour is free to take, and you get to decide what, if anything, the tour was worth when it's done. A name-your-own-price tour is a tour for every budget.

**You will need a MetroCard with $2.90 on it. Bring some extra money for hot chocolate!**

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Language: The tour is in English .

Holiday Lights and Movie Sights Bus Tour

This 2.5-hour guided bus tour takes you to sites throughout Manhattan, which serve as the setting in holiday movies that you’ll recognize right away.

During the ride, clips from movies filmed at the sites are shown on TV screens so you can match the locations you visit with the movie scenes filmed there.

You’ll see sites from wonderful holiday films such as Scrooged, Home Alone, Serendipity3, Miracle on 34 th Street, Elf, New Year's Eve , Mr. Popper’s Penguin, Eloise at Christmastime and The Family Man.

Along the ride, you’ll the spectacular department store windows at Bloomingdales, Lord & Taylor, Barneys, Saks, Macy’s, and Tiffany & Co.

You’ll also get a glimpse of the giant Christmas Tree at Rockefeller Center.

The bus makes a few stops for you to de-board and see sights close-up and take pictures.

This tour has great reviews with guests saying that the guides are professional and entertaining.

Many guests took the tour as a family and said that it was “multi-generational” and that adults, teens, and children would all enjoy this tour.

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Hours: Daily at 3 pm. On Saturdays, an additional tour runs at 6 pm (18:00).

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The holiday season in New York City brings about an extra sprinkle of magic. As the city adorns itself in lights and festive cheer, one cannot help but reminisce about the heartwarming tale of Buddy the Elf, the beloved character from the movie “Elf.” This whimsical and delightful story of Buddy’s adventures in New York City, particularly in Central Park, has captured the imagination of many. Join us as we delve into the enchanting world of Buddy’s escapades and discover the charm of Central Park through his eyes.

Rediscovering Buddy’s Journey

Buddy the Elf, portrayed by the incomparable Will Ferrell, embarked on a joyous exploration of New York City, spreading his infectious Christmas spirit throughout the bustling streets. Among his many escapades, his adventures in Central Park stand out as a testament to the beauty and wonder of this iconic green oasis nestled within the heart of Manhattan.

Embracing the Spirit of the Movie

Central Park, with its sprawling landscapes, picturesque bridges, and serene pathways, provides the perfect backdrop to recreate Buddy’s escapades. Imagine riding through the park in a festive pedicab adorned with twinkling lights, just like Buddy did! This unique experience allows fans of the movie to immerse themselves in his journey, reliving some of the most memorable moments.

Exploring Central Park’s Landmarks

As the pedicab glides through the park, visitors can witness the iconic landmarks featured in the film. From the Bethesda Terrace and Fountain, where Buddy serenaded Jovie with his rendition of “Baby, It’s Cold Outside,” to the Bow Bridge, a picturesque setting for many heartwarming scenes, every corner holds a piece of the movie’s magic.

Capturing the Holiday Spirit

The tour not only highlights the film’s locations but also encapsulates the holiday spirit that Buddy so exuberantly shared. Visitors can indulge in hot cocoa, sing carols, and partake in festive activities, adding an extra touch of merriment to the experience.

Creating Lasting Memories

What makes the Buddy the Elf Central Park tour truly special is the opportunity to create lasting memories. Whether you’re a devoted fan of the movie or simply seeking a dose of holiday cheer, this whimsical adventure offers an escape into a world of innocence, joy, and Christmas magic.

Buddy the Elf’s Central Park tour isn’t just a guided excursion through a famous location; it’s a chance to step into a beloved movie and relive its enchanting moments. As the tour winds down and visitors bid farewell to Central Park, they carry with them not just the memories of Buddy’s escapades but also the warmth and joy that the holiday season brings.

So, if you find yourself in the heart of New York City during the festive season, don’t miss the opportunity to embark on this magical journey through Central Park and embrace the spirit of Buddy the Elf, spreading happiness and cheer wherever you go.

Remember, as Buddy would say, “The best way to spread Christmas cheer is singing loud for all to hear!”

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Celebrate the movie Elf and head to New York City for the 20th anniversary.

" Buddy The Elf, What's Your Favorite Color ?" Tuesday, November 7th marks the 20th anniversary of the beloved Christmas movie, Elf! On Location Tours in spreading Christmas cheer by singing loud for all to hear on the brand new Elf Movie Sites Tour on Tuesday, November 7th at 2PM in New York City. Celebrate a whole two decades since the film was released and experience Manhattan through the eyes of our favorite curious yet not-so-little elf from The North Pole.

This tour will make the following stops:

1) You'll visit Bethesda Terrace, where Buddy and Santa escaped from the Central Park Rangers on Santa's sleigh.

2) You'll be able to walk across the Pinebank Arch, the scene of the infamous snowball fight.

3) You'll stroll past the Empire State Building (but be careful of the taxis!).

4) You'll see Macy's, Buddy's North Pole home-away-from-home, and more.

The tour is packed with fun behind-the-scenes secrets and filming trivia and is led by a local actor tour guide (who doubles as the ultimate Elf fan). So don't forget your festive elf hat, and as Leon the Snowman tells Buddy- Don't eat the yellow snow.

Buddy's disastrous trip to the Gimbels department store was filmed during the daytime when it was still open to the public. Shoppers were asked to sign release forms to appear in the movie, but many of them didn't realize they were in a film until it was released."

If you'd like to reserve your spot, please email Erin at [email protected]. Space is limited.

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Elf - The Musical Tickets

About Elf - The Musical

Based on the beloved 2003 New Line Cinema hit movie, Elf returns to New York City this festive season to play a limited engagement at The Theater at Madison Square Garden.

" Cheers " star George Wendt is also set to reprise his performance as Santa Claus - the role he originated in the original 2010 Broadway premiere production. Elf promises, once again, to be the most " Sparklejollytwinklejingley " show in town!

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December 13th, 2017

December 29th, 2017

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Elf - the musical cast and creative team.

By : Music by Matthew Sklar, Lyrics by Chad Beguelin, and a Book by Thomas Meehan & Bob Martin Director : Sam Scalamoni Producer : NETworks Presentations Cast list : Erik Gratton (as Buddy), Veronica J. Keuhn (as Jovie), George Wendt (as Santa Claus), Cynthia Ferrer (as Emily), Trey Middleton (as Michael), Christopher M. Russo (as Walter), Bernard Dotson (as Store Manager), Ruth Pferdehirt (as Deb), and Danny Rutigliano (as Mr. Greenway) Choreography : Connor Gallagher

More information about Elf - The Musical

Elf is the hilarious tale of Buddy, a young orphan child who mistakenly crawls into Santa’s bag of gifts and is transported back to the North Pole. Unaware that he is actually human, Buddy’s enormous size and poor toy-making abilities cause him to face the truth. With Santa’s permission, Buddy embarks on a journey to New York City to find his birth father, discover his true identity, and help New York remember the true meaning of Christmas. This modern day Christmas classic is sure to make everyone embrace their inner elf.

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News YOASOBI Musical Duo Adds New York City, Boston Stops to U.S. Summer Tour

YOASOBI announced on Twitter on Monday that the J-pop group will add New York City and Boston stops to their U.S. tour.

The tour dates and locations include:

Radio City Music Hall at New York City — August 6
MGM Musical Hall at Fenway at Boston, MA — August 8

Crunchyroll pre-sale tickets begin on April 25, while general public sales open on April 26.

The group will perform at Lollapalooza in Chicago, IL from August 1-4.

The duo held concerts at the Shrine Auditorium & Expo Hall in Los Angeles on April 18, and The Warfield in San Francisco on April 21. They also recently performed at the Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival on April 12 and 19.

YOASOBI kicked off their U.S. shows with a guest performance at the Crunchyroll Awards on March 2.

YOASOBI is a musical duo comprised of composer Ayase and singer-songwriter Ikura ( Lilas Ikuta ). Ayase , who had begun composing using the Hatsune Miku Vocaloid software in 2018, collaborated with Ikura in 2019, formed the duo, and they released their first single "Yoru ni Kakeru" in December 2019. The single became a viral hit inside and outside Japan, and was a breakout success for the duo. YOASOBI performed both the opening and ending theme songs for the second season of the BEASTARS anime, and also performed the opening theme song "Shukufuku" for the Mobile Suit Gundam: The Witch From Mercury anime.

The duo's next breakout hit was the song "Idol" for the Oshi no Ko anime last year. The song has broken multiple records in Japan and abroad. The duo performed the opening theme song "Yūsha" for the recent Frieren: Beyond Journey's End anime.

Sources: YOASOBI 's Staff Twitter account , Crunchyroll (Joseph Luster)

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Till Lindemann tour schedule 2024

A complete calendar including all tour dates, venues and links to buy tickets can be found below.

Till Lindemann festival appearances

This September and October, Lindemann will lend his talents to a pair of heavy multi-day musical extravaganzas.

For a closer look, here are the dates, venues and fellow headliners at both festivals.

Till Lindemann set list

As noted above, Lindemann wrapped his 2023-24 in Mexico on Jan. 4.

Here’s what he performed that night, courtesy of Set List FM .

01.) “Zunge” 02.) “Schweiss” 03.) “Fat” 04.) “Altes Fleisch” 05.) “Allesfresser” 06.) “Golden Shower” 07.) “Tanzlehrerin” 08.) “Ich weiß es nicht” 09.) “Sport frei” 10.) “Blut” 11.) “Praise Abort” 12.) “Platz Eins” 13.) “Fish On” 14.) “Gummi” 15.) “Steh auf” Encore

16.) “Knebel” 17.) “Ich hasse Kinder” 18.) “Skills in Pills” Encore II

19.) “Entre dos tierras” (Héroes del Silencio cover)

Till Lindemann new music

On Nov. 3, 2023, Lindemann dropped his solo album “Zunge.”

Comprised of 11 tracks, the heavy rocker stretches his musical muscles and alternates between intimate quiet and chaotic, epic loud — the sound Rammstein is known for — with ease.

Highlights include the quirky “Sports Frei,” thumping “Altes Fleisch” and warbly anthem “Du hast kein Herz.”

Personally, we were most taken with the Ennio Morricone-esque “Tanzlehrerin” with its guitar licks, yearning vocals and gifted yet pained backing singer giving her all behind Lindemann.

Don’t sleep on the shockingly fun album closer “Selbst verliebt,” either. It’s an unexpected pop delicacy.

Want to hear for yourself?

You can listen to “Zunge” in its entirety here .

On Christmas 2023, Lindemann followed up the album release with the whirly, tongue trilling single “Entre dos tierras” en español.

It has our stamp of approval as well; the song is quite a bit of fun.

Till Lindemann special guests

At all shows, Lindemann will be joined by a pair of opening acts.

To make sure you’re acquainted with their sounds, you can find each band’s most-streamed song on Spotify below.

Twin Temple: “Lucifer, My Love”

Aesthetic Perfection: “Spit It Out”

Till Lindemann controversy

Lindemann was accused of sexual assault by a female fan last June over social media. She alleged he drugged her at a pre-show Rammstein VIP party in Lithuania and later approached her fox sex during intermission.

This led to backlash against Rammstein’s “VIP Experience;” fans believed Lindemann was using the ticket tier to bed fans.

After looking into the case, German prosectors dropped the case due to lack of evidence and testimony.

“The rapid termination of investigative proceedings by the Berlin state prosecutor’s office shows that there is insufficient evidence that our client allegedly committed sexual offen(s)es,” Lindemann’s lawyers said.

Rammstein drummer claimed Lindemann “has distanced himself from us in recent years and created his own bubble” and “things seem to have happened that, although legally ok, I personally don’t think are ok.”

Huge metal acts on tour in 2024

If Lindemann’s brief jaunt isn’t coming to a venue near you, we have just the solution.

Here are five metal acts that might be headed to your city these next few months.

• Rob Zombie with Alice Cooper

• Limp Bizkit

Make sure to check out Sleep Token , too. You’ll thank us later.

Who else is out and about? Take a look at our list of the 50 biggest concert tours in 2024 to find out.

Why you should trust ‘Post Wanted’ by the New York Post

This article was written by Matt Levy , New York Post live events reporter. Levy stays up-to-date on all the latest tour announcements for your favorite musical artists and comedians, as well as Broadway openings, sporting events and more live shows – and finds great ticket prices online. Since he started his tenure at the Post in 2022, Levy has reviewed Bruce Springsteen and interviewed Melissa Villaseñor of SNL fame, to name a few. Please note that deals can expire, and all prices are subject to change.

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Tiger Woods, Rory McIlroy learn how much loyalty is worth in new PGA Tour equity program

Players are receiving a portion of a nearly $1 billion equity share for staying loyal to the pga tour amid lucrative recruitment by liv golf., by doug ferguson | associated press • published 3 hours ago.

Players who stayed loyal to the PGA Tour amid lucrative recruitment by Saudi-funded LIV Golf are starting to find out how much that loyalty could be worth.

The PGA Tour on Wednesday began contacting the 193 players eligible for the $930 million from a “Player Equity Program” under the new PGA Tour Enterprises .

The bulk of that money — $750 million — went to 36 players based on their career performance, the last five years and how they fared in a recent program that measured their star power.

How much they received was not immediately known. Emails were going out Wednesday afternoon and Thursday informing players of what they would get. One person who saw a list of how the equity shares were doled out said the names had been redacted. The person spoke to The Associated Press on condition of anonymity because many details of the program were not made public.

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The Telegraph reported Tiger Woods was to receive $100 million in equity and Rory McIlroy could get $50 million , without saying how it came up with those numbers.

Commissioner Jay Monahan outlined the first-of-its-kind equity ownership program in a Feb. 7 memo to players, a week after Strategic Sports Group became a minority investor in the new commercial PGA Tour Enterprises.

Scottie Scheffler extends dominant run with RBC Heritage win

Nelly Korda ties LPGA Tour record for consecutive wins with Chevron Championship triumph

The private equity group, a consortium of professional sports owners led by the Fenway Sports Group, made an initial investment of $1.5 billion that could be worth $3 billion. The tour is still negotiating with the Public Investment Fund of Saudi Arabia — the financial muscle behind the rival LIV Golf league — as an investor.

Any deal with PIF would most certainly increase the value of the equity shares.

Another person with knowledge of the Player Equity Program, speaking on condition of anonymity because of the private nature of the dealings, said the equity money is not part of the SSG investment. That money was geared toward growth capital.

Golf.com received a series of informational videos on the Player Equity Program that was sent to players and reported only 50% of the equity would vest after four years, 25% more after six years and the rest of it after eight years.

It also reported how the 36 players from the top tier were judged on “career points,” such as how long they were full members, victories, how often they reached the Tour Championship and extra points for significant victories.

Jason Gore, the tour's chief player officer, said in one of the videos, “It's really about making sure that our players know the PGA Tour is the best place to compete and showing them how much the Tour appreciates them being loyal.”

Emails also were sent to 64 players who would share $75 million in aggregate equity based on the past three years, and $30 million to 57 players who are PGA Tour members. Also, $75 million in equity shares was set aside for 36 past players instrumental in building the tour.

The program has an additional $600 million in equity grants that are recurring for future PGA Tour players. Those would be awarded in amounts of $100 million annually started in 2025.

Players only get equity shares from one of the four tiers now, although everyone would be eligible for the recurring grants.

Even with equity ownership geared toward making the PGA Tour better, the concern was players questioning who got how much and whether they received their fair share.

LIV Golf lured away seven major champions dating to 2018 since it launched in 2022, all with guaranteed contracts and most of them believed to have topped $100 million.

McIlroy, playing this week in the Zurich Classic of New Orleans, was asked how much would make players feel validated for their decision to stay with the PGA Tour.

“I think the one thing we’ve learned in golf over the last two years is there’s never enough,” McIlroy replied.

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