A Couples’ Guide to Date Night at Hudson Yards

December 1, 2025 | Edge NYC

Planning the perfect NYC date night? Hudson Yards has everything—from sky-high views and immersive installations to fine dining, holiday lights, and iconic city strolls. Here’s your ideal guide to a romantic, photo-worthy evening. 

Start with a Romantic Stroll on the High Line 

Begin your night with a scenic walk along the High Line, one of New York City’s most iconic elevated parks. This lush, modern pathway offers skyline views, art installations, and quiet corners for conversation. 

High Line Closing Time: usually 10 PM, making it best to start your date here while the walkway is still open. 

It’s the perfect warm-up to the rest of your night—and the perfect setting for those golden-hour or early-evening photos. 

Head to Edge: The Host of Your New York City Experience 

Next, make your way to Edge, which serves as the host of your full New York City experience. With both indoor and outdoor spaces, Edge offers unmatched flexibility—no matter the weather or season. 

Step outside onto the highest outdoor sky deck in the Western Hemisphere or stay cozy inside with stunning floor-to-ceiling views. 

Celebrate Pinkmas Indoors 

The indoor space transforms into Pinkmas, an immersive holiday experience created in collaboration with the Museum of Ice Cream. 

Pinkmas Highlights:

 VIP Package featuring:

  •  Unlimited ice cream
  •  Priority access
  • Hot chocolate or champagne
  • Exclusive installation access 

Banana Room – bright, playful, and perfect for couple photos 

Snow globes & photo frame areas – immersive photo spots that create festive, romantic backdrops throughout the space 

Pinkmas is sweet, fun, and filled with Instagrammable moments for couples. 

Click here to learn more about the Pinkmas Bundle ->

Dine Above the City at Peak Restaurant 

After The Edge, head upstairs to Peak Restaurant, where floor-to-ceiling windows create one of the most stunning dining atmospheres in NYC. 

Menu Highlights at Peak 

  •  Dry-Aged NY Strip
  • Peak Burger
  • Lobster Bisque
  • Seasonal chef specials 

Upscale, romantic, and elevated—Peak is the perfect centerpiece of your date night. 

Click here to check out the Peak Menu-> 

Nighttime Shopping at The Shops at Hudson Yards 

Post-dinner, enjoy a relaxing stroll through The Shops at Hudson Yards. Whether you’re gift-shopping, browsing, or simply enjoying the cozy indoor atmosphere, the mall offers: 

  • Luxury brands
    • Trendy contemporary shops
    • Cafés and treats 

It’s the perfect way to wind down before your magical finale. 

Click here to learn more about the shops in Hudson Yards -> 

End Your Night with Shine Bright at Hudson Yards 

Finish your date with the magical Shine Bright lights—millions of golden installations illuminating both the plaza and the mall. From shimmering light tunnels to giant ornaments and sparkling trees, Hudson Yards becomes a glowing, romantic wonderland after dark. It’s the perfect way to end your night together.