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Rockefeller Center will transform into the Emerald City to celebrate release of ‘Wicked’ film sequel

Universal Pictures and Rockefeller will host weeklong events as part of the upcoming November 2025 debut of “Wicked: For Good.”

(L-R) Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande attend the “Wicked: For Good” European premiere at Cineworld London Leicester Square, 2025 (Credit: Karwai Tang/WireImage)

In advance of the release of “Wicked: For Good,” Universal Pictures is partnering with New York City’s Rockefeller Center for a week of celebratory events. The activations will be held from Nov. 16-21 at 30 Rockefeller Plaza between 49th and 50th Streets and Fifth and Sixth Avenues in Manhattan.

“Wicked: For Good” is being released wide on Nov. 21. The follow-up to 2024’s first film tells the closing of the story adapted from Winnie Holzman and Stephen Schwartz’s Tony Award-nominated Broadway musical and the novel by Gregory Maguire.

A rundown of the various experiences at Rockefeller Center can be found below.

“Wicked: For Good” at Top of the Rock 

With the purchase of a Top of the Rock observation deck photo pass, guests can capture a moment with an exclusive “Wicked: For Good” movie backdrop. Each pass also includes an exclusiveWicked: For Good” movie poster, available for a limited time. There will also be an Elphaba and Glinda costume display at the entrance of Top of the Rock, featuring original costumes worn on-screen by the cast of the film.

“Wicked” Skate Nights at the Rink  

During the evenings of Nov. 16-21, the Rink at Rockefeller Center will transform into the Emerald City on ice, featuring music from the first film and special pink and green lighting. Visitors presenting a Top of the Rock ticket will receive a discount on admission.   

Kids and Family Event at Rockefeller Center   

On Nov. 16 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., a series of Emerald City-themed activities will take place. Kids can take part in a coloring station, help build an interactive Lego mural, receive giveaways and enjoy “Wicked: For Good” photo ops. Guests with a Top of the Rock pass will receive priority access to Family and Kids Day activities.  

Ozian Lego Installations 

Throughout the week, visitors can explore large-scale Lego builds that re-create some of the film’s scenes and characters.  

For more information or to purchase tickets to these attractions and programs, click here.