Christmas Markets in New York

New York is also the city of holiday 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 New York-inspired presents to take home. One thing to note: in New York, people often use the term “Holiday Market” rather than “Christmas Market” — it literally means “market of the holidays”.

1/ Bryant Park’s Winter Village

• Bryant Park’s Winter Village is the most impressive holiday market in New York. Located in the heart of Midtown, in Bryant Park, it’s one of the busiest winter destinations in the city. This winter village centers around an ice rink, food vendors, and more than 170 shops. You’ll find everything from handcrafted jewelry to decorative objects, sweaters, scarves, hats, bags, and more. A beautiful Christmas tree presides over the park.
• What makes Bryant Park’s Winter Village truly special is the holiday atmosphere surrounded by Midtown’s skyscrapers. The park is framed by the Empire State Building, Summit One Vanderbilt, and the Bank of America tower. The setting becomes even more magical at night, with snowflake projections dancing across the ice rink. It’s 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 opens 8 am to 10 pm daily, and until midnight from November 19, 2026 to January 3, 2027.

2/ Union Square Holiday Market

• Union Square’s holiday market is the second most impressive in New York, after Bryant Park. The market fills the southern section of Union Square, with pathways laid out like a small village. Visit at night to enjoy the lights.
• Like Bryant Park, you’ll find many vendors and food stalls. The market features decorative items, winter clothing, jewelry, and a booth from the New York City Department of Parks and Recreation. Warm up with a cup of hot cider, a New York favorite.
• 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. Its narrow pathways feature more than 75 artisans, including a wooden puzzle maker and several holiday decoration vendors.
• Columbus Circle’s holiday market doesn’t compare to the impressive markets at Bryant Park and Union Square, but it’s still worth a visit. Columbus Circle is known as the place where first-time vendors and those with smaller budgets set up shop. You’ll discover unique items and creations you won’t find elsewhere. Plus, the location is perfect — you can 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, has its own holiday market. The Grand Central Terminal Holiday Fair hosts about 40 artisans in a hall adjacent to the station’s main concourse. To be honest, this market isn’t the most impressive in New York. But the vendors here offer higher-quality items than you’ll find elsewhere. It’s a good place to find upscale gift ideas.
• Another big advantage: the market is indoors and warm. Take time to 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 popular 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 Local Guide

To make the most of New York’s holiday markets, explore them with a knowledgeable guide. We offer guided tours lasting 2.5 hours in small groups or 3.5 hours as a private tour just for you and your companions. Discover the magic of New York’s Christmas season as you visit the best holiday markets in Midtown. Visit our dedicated page for holiday market tours in New York.