Christmas Markets in New York

New York is also a city of Christmas markets! The festivities begin in mid-November with several markets set up in the most strategic locations across Manhattan. You’ll find plenty of gift ideas and holiday inspiration. Note: New Yorkers often call these “Holiday Markets” rather than “Christmas Markets”.

1/ Bryant Park Winter Village

• The Winter Village at Bryant Park is the most impressive holiday market in New York. Located in the heart of Midtown, within Bryant Park, it’s one of the city’s busiest winter destinations. This winter village centers around an ice rink, food vendors, and over 170 shops selling everything from handmade jewelry to decorative items, sweaters, scarves, hats, and bags. A stunning Christmas tree presides over the park.
• What makes Bryant Park’s Winter Village truly special is the holiday atmosphere set against Midtown’s towering skyscrapers. The park is framed by the Empire State Building, Summit One Vanderbilt, and the Bank of America tower. The scene becomes even more magical at night, with snowflake projections dancing across the ice rink. This is one of the best places to experience New York at Christmas.
• Open: October 28, 2026 to January 3, 2027 for shops. The ice rink stays open through February 28, 2027.
• Hours: Monday to Friday 11 am to 8 pm for shops; Saturday 10 am to 9 pm; Sunday 10 am to 8 pm. The ice rink operates 8 am to 10 pm, and midnight from November 19, 2026 to January 3, 2027.

2/ Union Square Holiday Market

• Union Square’s holiday market ranks as New York’s second-finest, after Bryant Park. The market fills the southern section of Union Square with pathways that resemble a small village. Visit at night to enjoy the full effect of the lights.
• Like Bryant Park, you’ll find numerous vendors and food stands. Browse decorative items, winter clothing, jewelry, and more. The New York City Department of Parks and Recreation also has a presence here. Warm up with hot cider, the local version of mulled wine.
• Open: November 13, 2026 to December 24, 2026.
• Hours: Monday to Saturday 10 am to 8 pm; Sunday 11 am to 7 pm.

3/ Columbus Circle Holiday Market

• This smaller holiday market sits at Columbus Circle, where West 59th Street meets Central Park West, at the southwest corner of Central Park. Browse around 75 artisans selling items like handcrafted wooden puzzles and Christmas decorations.
• Columbus Circle’s market doesn’t rival Bryant Park or Union Square in scale, but it’s worth a visit. Columbus Circle is where emerging vendors and those with smaller budgets set up shop. You’ll discover unique items and creations you won’t find elsewhere. The location is also ideal—you can easily continue into Central Park afterward.
• Open: December 2–31, 2026.
• Hours: Monday to Saturday 10 am to 8 pm; Sunday 10 am to 7 pm.

4/ Grand Central Terminal Holiday Fair

• Grand Central Terminal, New York’s main train station, hosts its own holiday market. The Grand Central Terminal Holiday Fair features around 40 artisans in a hall adjacent to the main concourse. It’s smaller and less elaborate than other New York markets, but the vendors here offer higher-quality items. You’ll find more upscale gift options than at other holiday markets.
• A major advantage: this market is indoors and warm. Also visit the MTA shop, run by New York’s transit authority. During the holidays, the shop displays a model train that recreates New York’s most iconic sights.
• Open: November 9, 2026 to December 24, 2026.
• Hours: Daily 10 am to 8 pm. Saturday until 7 pm; Sunday 11 am to 6 pm.

Explore New York’s Holiday Markets with a Guide

To make the most of New York’s holiday markets, join a guided tour. We offer 2.5-hour small-group tours or 3.5-hour private tours with a guide just for you and your companions. Discover the magic of Christmas in New York as you explore the finest markets in Midtown. Visit our dedicated page for holiday market tours in New York.