Have you gotten all your holiday shopping done yet? No worries if not, we’ve got your back! NYC is home to some of the best vendors and food sources in the country that are setting up shop at holiday markets across the city! From vintage clothing to yummy eats to even handmade jewelry and artwork, you never know what you’re going to find!
To make things a bit easier, we’ve put together a list of the best winter markets across NYC, where they are and when they’re open. Be sure to keep your eye on this article too as more pop-up markets get announced in the coming weeks!
1. Bank of America Winter Village at Bryant Park
Bryant Park’s Winter Village is one of our favorite markets for many reasons. Between the local businesses, tasty treats, and 17,000 square foot ice skating rink, you can spend a whole afternoon here if you wanted to!
Even on the coldest of days of you can even cozy up in an igloo or at the Curling Cafe. It’s open now through January 2, 2024.
๐ Bryant Park, 40th to 42nd Street between 5th and 6th Avenue
๐ Monday โ Friday: 11 am – 8 pm, Saturday & Sunday: 10 am – 8 pm
2. Grand Central Holiday Fair
Shop at NYC’s longest running indoor holiday fair, all in the iconic Grand Central Terminal! Spend an afternoon browsing through the different local vendors that offer everything from Christmas ornaments to original artwork. You’re sure to find some unique holiday gifts here! It’s open now through December 24, 2023. Learn more here.
๐ Grand Central Terminal, Vanderbilt Hall. 89 E 42nd St
๐ Monday โ Saturday: 10 am – 7 pm, Sunday: 11 am – 6 pm, Christmas Eve: 10 am – 6 pm
3. Union Square Holiday Market
You can find just about anything you need to at the Union Square Holiday Market, from food to gifts. There’s over 100 vendors selling products that range from locally-produced ciders to full-grown Christmas wreaths. The best part though? Most things are very affordable! We suggest checking out some of our favorite business like Three Bluebirds Swedish Dishcloths (Swedish dishcloths), Raw Spirit (female-led socially conscious fragrances), and K2 Pearls (highly sought-after gemstones). Union Square Holiday Market runs through December 24, 2023.
๐ Union Square
๐ Monday โ Friday: 11 am – 8 pm, Saturday: 10 am – 8 pm, Sunday: 11 am – 7 pm
4. Columbus Circle Holiday Market
This spot is one of the world’s most renowned holiday markets and it’s for good reason! There’s aisles and aisles of delicious eats and one-of-a-kind gifts that are perfect for the holiday season. Check out their full list of vendors and map on their website here! The Columbus Circle Holiday Market runs through December 31, 2023.
๐ Columbus Circle (59th St & Central Park West)
๐ Monday – Friday: 11 am – 8 pm, Saturday: 10 am – 8 pm, Sunday: 11 am – 7 pm
5. Harlem Night Market
๐ 116th St & Park Ave
๐ Dec 17 (4 pm – 8 pm)
6. DUMBO Holiday Market
This curated marketplace showcases many local makers, designers, and creative small businesses! From now through December 22, 2023, you can explore a variety of rotating vendors selling handmade jewelry, stationery, bath and body care, tableware, artisanal packaged food and beverage items, home furnishings, and more!
Plus, during the first three weekends of December, there will also be a concurrently running pop-up market at The Invisible Dog Art Center in Boerum Hill.
๐ 55 Water St, Brooklyn (DUMBO) & 51 Bergen Street, Brooklyn (Boerum Hill)
๐ Now – Dec 22: Monday – Friday 12 pm – 6 pm, Saturday – Sunday 11 am – 6 pm (DUMBO)
๐ Dec 2+3, 9+10, 16+17: 11 am – 6 pm (Boerum Hill)
7. Grand Holiday Bazaar
Shop over 350+ hand-picked independent local artisans and dealers at this indoor AND outdoor holiday market on the Upper West Side. The rotating vendors sell everything from vintage clothing to artisanal chocolate to even skincare products and candles. The best part of it though? 100% of Grand Bazaar NYCโs profits are donated to four local public schools that benefit 2,000+ children. It’s happening on select Sundays leading into holiday season.
๐ 100 W 77th St at Columbus Avenue
๐ December 17: 10 am – 5 pm
8. Brooklyn Flea
The Brooklyn Flea market happens year round, but during the holiday season it goes all out to celebrate. With over 50+ vendors selling handmade and vintage items, you’re sure to find a special gift for someone. Be sure to stop by and grab some scenic views of the NYC skyline if you’re in the DUMBO area!
๐ 80 Pearl St, DUMBO
๐ Saturday – Sunday, 10 am – 5 pm
9. Astoria Market
This artisan market filled with handmade, baked, and vintage goods is celebrating the holidays with two themed markets in December! Of course there will be festive food and drink as well since it’s happening at Bohemian Hall & Beer Garden in Queens.
๐ Bohemian Hall & Beer Garden, 29-19 24th Avenue between 29th and 31st Streets, Astoria, Queens
๐ Dec 17: 12 pm – 6 pm
10. The Holidays Makers Show @ City Point
Shop products that are perfect for all of your holiday gifts from tons of inspiring makers and artisans! This market amplifies businesses owned by BIPOC, LGBTQIA+, women, and other underrepresented groups and of course, helps consumers shop local! You’re sure to find anything from custom jewelry to dog accessories. It’s happening now through December 17 and December 20 – 23!
๐ City Point Brooklyn (445 Albee Square W, Brooklyn)
๐ Now – Dec 17 and Dec 20 – 23: 11 am – 7 pm
11. Motto Chelsea Holiday Market
Immerse yourself in this Chelsea market and shop local small businesses this holiday season! Motto Chelsea is hosting vendors like Disset Chocolate, Jen Scribbles, SoyCandleNYC, and so many more! Alongside awesome local businesses, guests can enjoy delicious holiday cocktails and cookies every Saturday throughout November and December!
๐ Motto Chelsea (113 W 24th St)
๐ Now – December 16, Saturdays 11 am – 6 pm
12. abc carpet & home Holiday Bazaar
One of the premier holiday shopping destinations abc carpet & home are a hosting a market through December 23, featuring tons of unique brands to shop from. Check out the date and vendor list below:
- 12/16 + 12/17: Hand-making ornament session with Skippy Cotton
๐ 888 Broadway
๐ December 16 + 17
13. Hester Street Fair
Seaport’s Hester Street Fair is one of the most beloved during the warmer months, and for the holidays they’re bringing a pop-up market indoors! On weekends throughout December, shoppers can “eat, shop, and party”…picking out hand-crafted gifts, enjoying live music, food and drink, plus more! Learn more here.
๐ 18 Fulton St, Pier 17
๐ Dec 14 – 17, Dec 21- 22, Dec 28-31
14. Buy From A Black Woman Holiday Market
If you’re looking to shop from black-owned businesses here in NYC, check out this pop-up market on December 16 at H&M Times Square. Buy From A Black Woman will be hosting a market of Black Women-owned business vendors from across the country selling home accessories, wellness and beauty products, plus more!
๐ H&M Times Square (1472 Broadway)
๐ December 16, 11 am – 4 pm
15. WINTER by Empire Stores
A brand new pop-up market at Empire Stores located in DUMBO has arrived! This custom built outdoor, holiday shopping and dining experience in the Empire Stores courtyard features all sorts of NYC vendors selling jewelry, clothing, confectionary, and a whole lot more! Plus, there is a heated outdoor lounge area serving sweets and treats, two ticketed photo experiences, a full-size โChill Momentsโ snow globe on the fifth floor rooftop, and more! Be sure to stop by if you’re in DUMBO. Learn more here.
๐ Now through January 31, 2024
๐ 10 am – 7 pm for market, 10 am – 8 pm special hours for photo booth
16. Atlantic Terminal Mall Holiday Market
Shop over 70 local businesses Atlantic Terminal Mall in the heart of Downtown Brooklyn at The Lay Out Holiday Market. For two more weekends, shoppers can stroll about and check out apparel and accessories, apothecary goods, beauty products, delicious food and drinks, home goods, games and toys, books and more. Plus, there will be Santa visits and carolers! Learn more here.
๐ 625 Atlantic Avenue
๐ Dec 16 + 17, Dec 23 + 24, 1 pm – 7 pm
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