Coca-Cola Holiday Caravan to Bring Festive Cheer to New York City Next Week

The Coca-Cola Holiday Caravan, a beloved annual tradition, will be spreading holiday spirit throughout New York City from November 12 through November 16, offering photo opportunities, family activities, and a chance to support a good cause.

The caravan’s highlight will be a full day in Times Square on Friday, November 14, from 4pm to 8pm between 46th and 47th Streets. Visitors can pose with Santa on his new throne – with photos available as postcards or digital images – enjoy refreshments from a Costa Coffee Cart, and receive complimentary holiday gift bags and tags at the Coca-Cola Gifting Box, while supplies last. The event will also feature an opportunity to support No Kid Hungry in their mission to provide meals to children and families across the U.S.

Beyond Times Square, the caravan will visit a Stop & Shop parking lot in Staten Island on November 15 (2795 Richmond Avenue, 6pm-8:30pm) and two Brooklyn locations on November 16: Food Bazaar (2965 Cropsey Avenue, noon-2:30pm) and 2784 Linden Boulevard (6pm-8:30pm). A “Refreshing the Holidays” exhibit will accompany the caravan at select stops, offering an interactive look at Coca-Cola’s history and innovations. This annual event often signals the unofficial kickoff to the holiday shopping season for many families.

Now in its 28th year – stemming from a commercial first aired in 1995 – the Coca-Cola Holiday Caravan continues to bring a festive atmosphere to communities nationwide. For a complete schedule of stops on the country-wide tour, visit the official Coca-Cola Caravan website. You can also find more ideas for celebrating the season with our guide to Christmas in New York.

Officials stated the caravan aims to deliver a tangible sense of holiday joy to families across the country this year.