The season of gifting is upon us, and the best NYC holiday markets are practically mandatory pitstops.
If you’re looking to outshine Santa this winter, allow the local artisans and their creative offerings to catapult you into superstar status. Plus, while you’re browsing, you’ll love each markets’ fun features, including sweet treats, ice skating, holiday decor, and beyond.
(Psst: the 2025 Urbanspace holiday markets have a ton of cool new features this year, including photo booths, online directories, and added cafes.)
But it’s not just about the Midtown happenings — NYC is also hosting small, low-key markets that may be but little, but fierce. Let your holidays kickstart to one of NYC’s best events.
Bank of America Winter Village at Bryant Park
October 24th, 2025 to March 1st, 2026
Every year, the Midtown green space transforms into a winter wonderland that rivals the North Pole. From ice skating and igloo dining to curling and snacking in The Lodge, the end-of-year tradition has a little bit of everything to make the season special.
Of course, one of the main draws is the slew of local artisans available on the grounds. Offerings range from jewelry and accessories to home decor, wellness, food, and everything in between. If you’re looking to be the star of the office Secret Santa, we highly suggest paying a visit to the shops at Bryant Park.
Be sure to grab a hot chocolate — and perhaps a few other savory items — while you get your gifting on.
📍Bryant Park: Sixth Ave between 40th and 42nd Streets
Union Square Holiday Market
November 13th to December 24th, 2025
While you’re stocking up on fresh produce at the Union Square greenmarket for your wintertime meals, hop over to the other side of the park for Urbanspace’s holiday market.
Over 185 vendors are on hand with holiday decor, sweet treats, and fun trinkets for your apartment that you won’t find anywhere else.
📍Union Square: Broadway To 4 Ave., E 14 St. To E 17 St
Grand Central Holiday Fair
November 10th to December 24th, 2025
Trust us, you’ll be grateful for those Metro-North delays once you see how sweet and irresistible the Grand Central Holiday Fair can be.
Roughly 6,000 square feet of space in Vanderbilt Hall is transformed into a shop with local art, handcrafted decor, and locally-made jewels and accessories, to name just a few.
Nothing quite like tackling holiday shopping and immediately heading home, right?
📍Grand Central Terminal: 89 E 42nd Street
Church of Sweden Holiday Market
Wednesdays to Saturdays from November 21st – December 21st, 2025
One of the sweetest holiday markets in NYC is also one that typically flies under the radar: the Church of Sweden’s Julmarknad. Wafts of cardamom welcome guests into the 104-year-old church before tables of crafts, ornaments, and seasonal trinkets stop shoppers in their tracks.
While there, don’t forget to make a pitstop at the café for Swedish comfort food. (Cinnamon buns, anyone?)
If you need a break from the hustle and bustle of Bryant Park or Union Square, stop here instead.
📍 5 E 48th Street
Piecework Puzzles’ pop-up at Bedford Studio
Some of NYC’s best holiday markets are hiding in plain sight. Case in point: Piecework Puzzles’ pop-up at Bedford Studio.
Nestled inside the cozy West Village coffee shop you’ll find “all the gifts you didn’t know you needed,” so why not browse for some stocking stuffers (and treats for yourself) while sipping that caramel apple chai?
Piecework Puzzle has set up shop in the eatery ready to dazzle visitors with “puzzles, treasures, tchotchkes” — a.k.a. everything you’d like to see under the tree. Whether it’s something for the kitchen or a hosting gift with a little bit of flair, you’re bound to find something completely unique at this shop.
Through December 14th (8am-6pm)
Red Hook Holiday Market
Ready to shop?
Brooklyn Pop-Up x Red Hook Holiday Market will take place on Saturday, December 13th and Sunday, December 14th, from noon to 6pm.
Shop over 65 vendors, and when you need a li’l break from browsing, enjoy ornament making, a DJ playing festive music, and other fun seasonal activities.
📍 Hook Studios 161 Dikeman St
FAD Market
Fashion, art, and design join forces in Brooklyn’s FAD Market, where diverse vendors come together for several weekends of shopping, munching, and community in some of the borough’s coolest spots.
Whether you’re searching for jewelry, apparel, wellness goods, dog toys, or beyond, there are plenty of unique selections that are perfect for your upcoming White Elephant.
- Boerum Hill (51 Bergent St): December 6th and 17th, 13th and 14th, 20th & 21st from 11am-6pm
- Cobble Hill (190 Court St): December 6th and 17th, 13th and 14th, 20th & 21st from 11am-6pm
- Dumbo (55 Water Street): December 1st to 21st from 11am-6pm
Learn more on the FAD Market website.
Columbus Circle Holiday Market
Before a quick trip to Wollman Rink, why not peruse one of NYC’s best holiday markets? One hundred vendors set up shop and boast a European flair, right on the Upper West Side in Columbus Circle. Sample tasty bites before browsing through home decor, jewelry, and beyond.
- Sunday through Thursday: 11am to 7pm
- Friday and Saturday: 10am to 8pm
- Closed Christmas Day; open until 4pm on December 31st
🗓️ December 2nd to 31st, 2025
Macy’s Holiday Square
Various dates
Herald Square is the city’s latest location to transform into a holiday hangout come November.
For the second time this year, Macy’s Holiday Square will treat shoppers inside the department store to a lineup of 30 specialty vendors — including Pearl River Mart, Uncommon Goods, and NY Puzzle Co. — the perfect respite when the temps become too cold. (From November 1st, 2025)
When you’re feeling ready to venture outdoors, you’ll also love the Midtown area’s open-air market, which returns for a second year in 2025. Expect local vendors, sweet treats, and brand-new Herald Haus & Bar, “a warm and inviting new lodge, and other surprises.”
The outdoor space opens in phases:
- Herald North (35th – 36th): November 8th – December 30th, 2025
- Herald Square (34th – 35th): December 3rd, 2025 – January 3rd, 202
- Greeley Square (32nd – 33rd): December 3rd, 2025 – January 3rd, 2026
📍 Macy’s 151 W 34th St
Chinatown Holiday Market
Fridays to Sundays, 12-6pm through Dec 21st
Hidden on the second floor of New Kam Man (200 Canal St) is the Chinatown Holiday Market, a Friday-Sunday event running until Dec 21st. Over 35 creatives are joining the pop-up to celebrate their craft and culture.
Here you’ll find modern jewelry from Xanh Studio, stories from the AAPI voices of Third State Books, contemporary art from Looky Goods, and sweet sips from Yu & Pu’er Tea, to name a few.
📍 200 Canal St
Penn Station’s debut holiday market
Missing your LIRR train will be totally worth it.
For the first time, Penn Station is joining its counterparts in the holiday festivities by operating a market in the main passenger concourse until December 13th from 11am to 8pm.
You can snag vinyl, clothes, Christmas ornaments, and more goodies for under the tree. What’s more, DMC of Run DMC will be on-site hosting a toy drive and handing out free “DMC Cookies.” ‘Tis the season!
Crafts at the Cathedral
The 27th Annual Crafts at the Cathedral, the only juried fine crafts show of its kind in NYC, is taking place at St. John the Divine December 5th to 7th. Prepare to shop artisanal food, home goods, ornaments, jewelry, and more.
Times are Friday from 12 pm-7 pm, Saturday from 9:30 am-6 pm, and Sunday from 12 pm-5 pm, and tickets are available online.
📍1047 Amsterdam Ave
Field + Supply
December 6th and 7th, 2025
Considered a “modern interpretation of traditional arts and crafts fairs,” Field + Supply is a gorgeous gathering along the Kingston, New York, waterfront features over 275 vendors and draws in thousands. Now, it’s headed for NYC.
“Our Holiday MRKT is both a celebration of our 10-year journey and an opportunity to introduce our community of incredible makers to an even broader audience and just in time for the season of gifting,” founder Brad Ford said in a statement.
Although a list of vendors is still in the works, there will be 250 to peruse once there. Items range from home decor, jewelry, wellness, stationary, and beyond.
📍 Starrett Lehigh Building: 601 W 26th St, NY
Brooklyn Navy Yard
For one weekend only, the Brooklyn Navy Yard’s 8th Annual Wallabout Wonderland at the Brooklyn Navy Yard is set to return December 6th-7th. This incredible holiday pop-up has over 150 local vendors who make goods spanning art, personal care and wellness products to unique accessories and clothing.
There are also tons of free activities for kids and families to enjoy. Make sure to swing by the Navy Yard, where you’re bound to find great gifts while holiday shopping!
📍Brooklyn Storehouse (Building 293) at the Brooklyn Navy Yard