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Empire State Tower Lights: Guide to Colors and Shows
A friendly guide to ESB’s LED tower lights — color meanings, dynamic shows, and where to stand for perfect photos.
1/8/2026
13 min read
What to Know
- LEDs enable dynamic sequences and precise color palettes.
- Themes mark holidays, events, and moments of remembrance.
- Classic white = timeless; color cycles = celebration.
Color Notes (Examples)
| Color/Pattern | Typical Meaning |
|---|---|
| All‑white | Classic NYC skyline mode |
| Red/Green | Holidays/seasonal |
| Blue/White | City/team/civic tributes |
| Rainbow | Pride and inclusive celebrations |
Vantage Points
- 34th Street & 5th Avenue (near base).
- Bryant Park / 42nd Street sightlines.
- Rooftop bars with Midtown angles.
- Long lens from the Hudson/Queens waterfront for compression.
Photo Tips
- For crisp shots, steady against a wall and lower ISO.
- Expose for the lighted crown; let the city fall a half‑stop dark.
- Shoot a short burst to avoid motion blur.
Bottom Line
The lights are NYC’s mood ring — check the theme, find your angle, and catch the glow.
Auteur
NYC Observatory Expert
Deze gids maakt je Empire‑bezoek eenvoudig, boeiend en vol New York‑tips.
Tags
LED
Tower Lights
Night
Design
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