Have you gotten all your 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!
Open now through Jan 2: 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 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 at the Curling Cafe. Whether you’re looking to shop, feast, or get in the Christmas spirit, this is the place to do it.
๐ Between 40th Street & 41st Street, on 6th Avenue
๐ Monday โ Friday: 11 am – 8 pm, Saturday & Sunday: 10 am – 8 pm
Open through Dec 24: Grand Central Holiday Fair
๐ Vanderbilt Hall wing of Grand Central
๐ Monday โ Saturday: 10 am – 7 pm, Sunday: 11 am – 6 pm
Open through Dec 24: 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 even stopping by the information booth to pick up some coupons to local businesses.
๐ Union Square
๐ Monday โ Friday: 11 am – 8 pm, Saturday: 10 am – 8 pm, Sunday: 11 am – 7 pm
Open through Dec 24: 3rd & B’zaar
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Explore their unique, vintage, and affordable gifts for the holiday season offering records, home goods, artwork, clothing, jewelry, and more! On Dec 17, they’re even hosting a event where you can meet the vendors and get your tarot cards read.
๐ Ave B And 3rd St (East Village)
๐ Wednesday – Sunday: 1 – 7 pm
Open through Dec 23: The Makers Show
Shop products that are perfect for all of your holiday gifts from tons of inspiring makers and artisans! This market amplifys 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. There’s a little something for everyone!
๐ City Point Brooklyn (445 Albee Square W, Brooklyn)
๐ Friday – Sunday: 11 am – 7 pm
Open through Dec 30: I Am CaribBeing Holiday Pop-Up Shop
You don’t want to miss the 6th iteration of the I Am CaribBeing Holiday Pop-Up Shop this winter. Running through December 30th, find the perfect gift for everyone on your list with one-of-a-kind items from more than 20 Caribbean/LatinX artisans. Products across beauty, homewares, jewelry, wellness and more will be available right in Downtown Brooklyn. Plus, be sure to check out Little Caribbean’s Instagram for tons of incredible recommendations!
๐ The Plaza at 300 Ashland
๐ Wednesday – Sunday 11am – 7pm
Open through Jan 2: Holiday Market at the Oculus
Over 20 vendors with gifts, treats, and souvenirs to ring in the festive season alongside whimsical holiday decor including a clocktower, chrome snowman, and lush winter landscape. Oh, and don’t forget to check out their breathtaking observation deck too if you want to see the stunning NYC skyline.
๐ Westfield World Trade Center (185 Greenwich St)
๐ Monday – Saturday: 10 am – 8 pm, Sunday: 11 am – 7 pm
Open through Dec 26: Borough Hall Holiday Market
This brand new holiday market from Urbanspace will highlight Brooklyn-based and minority-owned businesses! Their goal is to to “curate a Brooklyn centric market mix” that consists of all sorts of goodies available for purchase. If you’re near the Downtown Brooklyn area, this is a great place to grab some last-minute gifts for the holidays!
๐ Brooklyn Borough Hall (209 Joralemon St. Brooklyn)
๐ Daily 11 am โ 8 pm
Open through Dec 19: Grand Holiday Bazaar
Shop over 150+ 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 artisinal 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.
๐ 100 W 77th St
๐ Dec 11 + 18: 10 am – 5:30 pm
Open through Dec 24: Columbus Circle Holiday Market
This holiday 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!
๐ Columbus Circle (59th St & Central Park West)
๐ Monday – Saturday: 11 am – 8 pm, Sunday: 11 am – 7 pm
Ongoing: 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 a.m. – 5 p.m
Ongoing: Holiday Market at Turnstyle Underground Market
๐ 1000 S 8th Ave (In 59th St-Columbus Cir subway station)
๐ Daily 11 am – 7 pm
Open select days through Dec 23: FAD Market Holiday Pop-Up
This curated marketplace showcases many local makers, designers, and creative small businesses! This weekend (Dec 10/11) and next weekend (Dec 17/18) they’re hosting a pop-up in Boerum Hill at The Invisible Dog Art Center , while their normal pop-up simultaneously runs at Empire Stores in DUMBO. Vendors are constantly rotated week to week, and this weekend’s roster features Brooklyn-inspired t-shirts from Live Poultry Designs, innovative childrenโs games promoting diversity and inclusivity from Historicons, macramรฉ plan
๐ 55 Water St, Brooklyn (DUMBO) & 51 Bergen Street, Brooklyn (Boerum Hill)
๐ Open through Dec 23: Monday – Friday 12 pm – 6 pm, Saturday – Sunday 11 am – 6 pm (DUMBO)
๐ Dec 17 + 18: 11 am – 6 pm (Boerum Hill)
December 17: Island Jingle Holiday Marketplace at Essex Market
The 2nd annual Island Jingle Holiday Marketplace is happening next weekend (Dec 17)! Highlighting over 20+ Caribbean vendors selling food, clothes, and many other things, it’s bound to be a hit! Since this year’s market is in collaboration with Flatbush Central Caribbean Marketplace, there will be 3 new vendors from there that will make an appearance (Medinaโs Body Care, Zebyโs Printing, and Jadabug Fashion). Stop by to shop some one-of-a-kind goods and enjoy live steel pan music and entertainment!
๐ 88 Essex St
๐ Dec 17: 12 pm – 6 pm
Open December 17: Harlem Night Market at La Marqueta
๐ 115th St & Park Ave
๐ Dec 17: 4 pm – 8 pm
Open December 16 + 17: Brooklyn Magazine Holiday Market
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Looking for a little taste of Brooklyn? Brooklyn Magazine is hosting its inaugural pop-up market this weekend featuring over 30 vendors! The businesses are local entrepreneurs, Black-owned small businesses and the best that Brooklyn has offer! Plus, there will be DJs spinning tunes and special game tournaments to compete in too. The vibes will be high at this market!
๐ 220 36th St, Brooklyn
๐ Dec 16: 5 pm – 10 pm, Dec 17: 1 pm – 6 pm
Open Dec 17 + 18: Jummy’s Picks Holiday Pop-Up at Atlantic Center
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This black-owned business market is touching down at the Atlantic Center in Brooklyn this weekend to highlight 50 black-owned vendors selling everything from apparel to wellness products! This pop-up is curated by the group Black-Owned Brooklyn and is focusing on putting a shine on the great work these businesses are doing. Check out all of the different vendors above and stop by this weekend!
๐ 625 Atlantic Ave, Brooklyn
๐ Dec 17 + 18: 11 am – 6 pm
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