The best Christmas markets in NYC

Bryant Park’s Winter Village by Bank of America is now open with exciting holiday shops, food and activities. Its 17,000-square-foot ice-skating rink that’s free to use (if you bring your own skates) is always the highlight, but the Winter Village in all its holiday spirit is a close second.

This year, over 180 new and returning kiosks will be there for you to peruse through.

Address: Bryant Park, Midtown East

Dates: Holiday Shops by Urbanspace at Bank of America Winter Village at Bryant Park are open daily through January 4, 2026.

Best for: Pairing your shopping with fun winter activities.

The Urbanspace Union Square Holiday Market, the alfresco, European-style winter market with more than 185 local and national vendors, will return for 2025. This year, guests will be welcomed by sparkling new decorations, a festive holiday tree and murals that set the tone for the season, plus interactive photo booths to capture holiday memories with your friends and family. Expect lots of great shops and excellent food vendors to fuel your shopping spree.

New this year, stop by Coco Bred, a Jamaican-born company specializing in coco bread sandwiches with traditional fillings topped with sauces, chutneys, relishes, and crumbles; Rubyzaar Baked, famous for their liquid s'mores hot chocolate topped with a toasted marshmallow; and Wicked Heathens, which will be selling handmade crystal jewelry inspired by sacred geometry and occult symbols. Also new this year is NYC's first cat cafe, Meow Parlour, which sells merchandise and cat-related items including cat beds, scratchers, food bowls, and catnip toys for the cats, with all profits helping cats get adopted.

Address: Union Square Park

Dates: Starting on November 13, it's open Monday through Friday 11am-9pm; Saturday 10am-9pm and Sunday 11am-1pm. The market will be closed on Thanksgiving and will close for the season after 4pm on Christmas Eve. 

Best for: Time-honored tradition, as it's the oldest holiday market in the city.

Back for a second season, Urbanspace is bringing the holiday cheer directly to Macy's with a modern-day Miracle on 34th Street in the heart of Manhattan. Taking over Broadway and 32nd to 36th Street, you can eat, drink and shop your heart out while exploring Macy's Christmas Windows. 

Visit vendors such as Breezy Hill Orchard, coming all the way from the heart of the Hudson Valley, the orchard will be selling apples, baked goods, cider and hard ciders, and Doughnuttery, which will have hot, fresh mini sugar donuts including traditional and quirky flavors. Craft your own holiday gifts at Gabriella Cabellos, a NYC-based custom charm bar where you can create unique pieces designed to your own tastes; and explore watercolors with artist Miriam Meza at her Meza Studios booth with notebooks, stationery and greeting cards.

The Macy’s Holiday Square will also debut Herald Haus & Bar, a warm and inviting new lodge for visitors to relax and mingle.

Address: Broadway from 32nd to 36th Streets in Herald Square

Dates: Broadway from 35th to 36th Streets will open on November 8, followed by Broadway from 32nd to 33rd and 34th to 35th Streets opening on December 3. The market will be open Monday through Saturday 11am to 8pm and Sunday 11am to 8pm. The market will also be closed on Christmas Day. It runs through January 3.

Best for: A fun shopping experience in the heart of the city—with holiday windows to boot.

This annual holiday bazaar just outside of Central Park features handmade items from local artisans and snacks from vendors. This year, peep goods from Centuries Clayworks, which sells original framed pieces featuring handmade tiny, brightly colored clay bots in artful arrangements; freshly made crepes from Brooklyn-based company Cuddle Crepes; wooden puzzles made by puzzles lovers, for puzzle lovers from Mosaic Puzzles; and Inti Sänä, a woman-owned silver and stainless steel jewelry made in Queens.

Address: Columbus Circle in front of Central Park 

Dates: Urbanspace Columbus Circle Holiday Market is open December 2-31. Hours are Monday-Friday 11am-8pm; Saturday-Sun 10am-8pm. The market is closed Christmas Day and closes at 4pm on New Year's Eve. 

Best for: A parkside shopping experience with lots of great food.

Perhaps one of the most conveniently located holiday markets is the Grand Central Holiday Fair. The destination will highlight the work of 35 local food and craft vendors and small businesses known for their quality craftsmanship and products made within the state of New York or the U.S.

Goods will range from home décor and jewelry to abstract art and perfumes. This year, Uncommon Goods is back with a pop-up at the market with a hand-picked selection of imaginative gifts for kids, handmade jewelry and ornaments, small batch syrups and confections, and creatively designed finds for grillmasters, sports fans, book lovers and more. Also returning is the viral Inciardi Mini-Print Vending Machine with over 30 new prints, three new collections, five machines and other new merchandise. 

Address: Inside Vanderbilt Hall at Grand Central Terminal, Midtown East

Dates: November 10 through December 24. The Holiday Fair will operate seven days a week from 10am to 7pm Monday-Saturday; and 11am to 6pm on Sundays. The space will be closed for Thanksgiving and open on Christmas Eve from 10am-6pm. 

Best for: Commuters grabbing a gift on the go—and those who prefer to shop indoors rather than braving the elements

This weekly Upper West Side marketplace, one of NYC's oldest and most beloved, goes all out every holiday season with holiday treats and special holiday vendors. Shop photography, jewelry, furniture, beauty products, antiques and tasty eats from more than 150+ local merchants selling across the holiday season. And feel really good doing it: the market supports local businesses by donating 100 percent of its profits to four of the neighborhood’s public schools.

While much of the fun takes place outside, don't miss the vendors indoors, too! 

Address: 100 West 77th St. at Columbus Avenue, Upper West Side

Dates: November 30, December 7, 14, 21, 10am–5pm

Best for: Those who like to look through racks and dig through bins.

Shop 'til you drop at FAD Market, a curated fashion, art and design pop-up marketplace. Expect to see your favorite makers plus brand new creatives to help you live smarter, gift better and support local businesses. 

Peruse handmade jewelry, apparel, skincare products, tableware, artisanal packaged food, and more. Whether you're shopping for you or a friend, there are plenty of local gems to pick up. 

Addresses and dates:

— Dumbo (Empire Stores, 55 Water Street), December 1–21 daily, 11am–6pm
— Boerum Hill (51 Bergen Street), December 6, 7, 13, 14, 20, 21,  11am–6pm
— Cobble Hill (St. Paul’s, 190 Court Street), December 6, 7, 13, 14, 20, 21,  11am–6pm

Best for: Supporting local makers, whether you're buying for a friend or treating yourself.

This Christmas, you can visit Japan without having to leave New York. On Saturday, December 20 and Sunday, December 21, niji will host a Japanese Holiday Market at Japan Village in Brooklyn. Discover over 15 talented Japanese artists and makers who will be showcasing their homemade crafts, jewelry, accessories, home goods and more.

It's the perfect opportunity to support independent artists as well as find unique, one-of-a-kind holiday gifts for all your loved ones. Peruse through booths selling necklaces, earrings, pottery, handwoven dolls, Japanese calligraphy designs, floral arrangements, wreaths, skincare, stationery and anime/K-pop inspired stickers. Enjoy the festive atmosphere inside the village, connect with artists and experience the culture and charm of Japanese craftsmanship.

Address: Sunset Park's Japan Village (934 3rd Ave., second floor)

Dates: December 20-21, 12pm to 6pm

Best for: Unique gifts with Japanese style.

The eighth annual Wallabout Wonderland is back at the Brooklyn Storehouse for one weekend only. The market brings together over 150 local vendors offering clothing, accessories, home décor, artisanal foods and more. Guests can also participate in family-friendly activities including cookie decorating, holiday card-making, photo ops and hands-on workshops. 

Some highlights of the market include The Wallabout Workshop: Sip & Sweater Edition where you can craft your own ugly holiday sweater with Lend Me Your Ears and The Christmas Corner ($55 ticket, supplies included); Picture Perfect: Winter Edition, a festive photo activation by ELTSUH (digital copies free; printed options available); yard games like archery and pickleball for all ages; winter-themed floral arrangements for gifting or decorating; and Dash & Co. Café for hot chocolate and festive treats. 

Address: Navy Yard's Brooklyn Storehouse (Building 293)

Dates: December 6–7, 12–5pm 

Best for: Brooklynites looking for a larger marketplace.

For the first time, a holiday market is popping up in Chinatown. The non-profit Welcome to Chinatown is transforming the second floor of Canal Street's Kam Man Market into a month-long holiday market featuring more than 35 AAPI-owned retail and food vendors.

The festive market will celebrate Chinatown's brick-and-mortars. Featured vendors include the streetwear brand DAWANG, children's books creators The ABC Digest, It's Ahn-Thu Ceramics and Favor Coffee. Plus, a different pop-up will take over each weekend serving treats all day long. A percentage of benefits will support Welcome to Chinatown's mission to ensure Chinatown remains open as a beacon of cultural and economic resilience. 

Address: Second floor of Kam Man Market (200 Canal Street) 

Dates: Friday through Sunday from November 21 until December 21, 12-6pm 

Best for: Supporting local businesses in Chinatown 

Award-winning interior designer Brad Ford is debuting a modern maker fair in NYC this December. Field + Supply Holiday MRKT promises a unique blend of design, craft and community.

The market will take place at the Starrett-Lehigh Building in Chelsea, where holiday shoppers can purchase one-of-a-kind gifts and goods across home, lifestyle, fashion, food and wellness categories. Featured vendors include Wild Arc Farm, Carla Colour, Ilex Studio, SANCHAI INC., Suzanne Kumar Ceramics and odette new york. 

Also look for floral arranging programs, cooking demonstrations, a design-forward Christmas tree installation and beautiful wrapping stations. Pre-sale tickets are currently $20 for a one-day pass and $30 for the two-day pass. 

Address: 601 W 26th St., Chelsea

Dates: December 6–7, 10am–5pm 

Best for: The design-minded shopper.

The MESA Pop-Up market is coming back to Greenpoint's Golden Drum for two days this December, just in time for holiday shopping. This fair-trade market features traditional shamanic arts from Central and South America, including Indigenous artwork, beadwork, clothing and jewelry connected with sacred ceremony and plant medicine. Also look for clothing, tapestries, rare sound healing instruments, herbal apothecary and wild-handcrafted products.

Vendors include Woven Visions Tribe, Didge Project, Sonic Institute, Made in Prayer and more. While you shop, enjoy vegetarian food and exotic herbal elixirs.

Address: Greenpoint's Golden Drum, 97 Greene Street

Dates: December 5, 5–10pm; December 6, 11am–7pm 

Best for: Fair trade finds.

The Brooklyn Flea is undoubtedly one of the most popular flea markets to hit in NYC if you're looking for an incredible selection of throwback wares. For the holiday season, the market will stay open with vendors from the Flea and shop owners of Dumbo joining forces as a one-stop holiday shopping destination with gifts for all.

Expect to peruse top vendors of furniture, vintage clothing, collectibles and antiques. Also expect to see a tightly curated selection of jewelry, art, and crafts by local artisans and designers.

Address: In the Dumbo Archway, Dumbo

Dates: Saturdays and Sundays through December 21 from 10am–5pm

Best for: The vintage lover on your list.

The Queens Craft Brigade hosts an exceptional community of makers exclusively from the borough of Queens. The independent, queer-owned market at Q.E.D. Astoria brings together talented makers exclusively from around the borough and has created monthly curated events featuring artwork, jewelry, fashion, crafts and more. This year marks the eighth year anniversary of QCB.

Address: 27-16 23rd Ave., Astoria

Date: November 29 is Small Business Saturday; December 14 is a Holiday Market

Best for: Showing your Queens pride.

Known as the only juried fine crafts show in NYC, the 27th Annual Crafts at the Cathedral returns this holiday season Friday, December 5 through Sunday, December 7. Crafts at the Cathedral features talented artists in a stunning venue offering one-of-a-kind gifts.

A weekend pass is $20, while single day passes are $15 for adults, $12 for seniors and $10 for students. 

Address: 1047 Amsterdam Ave, Morningside Heights

Date: December 5 through December 7. Hours are Friday from 12pm-7pm, Saturday 9:30am-6pm and Sunday 12pm-5pm. 

Best for: A tightly curated market to impress even the hardest-to-please person on your list.

This December, Bk Backyard in Williamsburg is transforming into the Williamsburg Winter Village, a brand-new seasonal destination packed with cozy vibes, local flavor and festive energy. The outdoor venue will turn into a holiday playground where you can shop, snack and soak up the spirit of the season. 

The Holiday Market will feature a curated mix of local makers and indie brands offering everything from handmade candles and jewelry to artisan snacks and quirky stocking stuffers. Tickets are $11.50 per person.

Address: 151 Banker Street, Williamsburg

Dates: Every weekend in December

Best for: Those looking for a side of Brooklyn attitude with their twinkling lights and bustling vendor stalls.