Seasonal · Christmas · 2026
The best holiday markets in New York.
Every one from my own visits, updated September 2026. 9 places.
Celebrating the holidays in New York City is something everyone should make an effort to experience firsthand. Whether it’s your first visit or your fiftieth, Christmas markets in New York City never gets old. On par with the city’s soaring Christmas trees and outlandishly-decorated restaurants, the holiday markets are a delight to explore. Stalls filled with talented vendors offering unique handmade crafts, stunning jewelry and incredible holiday treats, here’s my personal roundup of the best holiday markets in New York City.
This list accompanies our most popular guide. Celebrating Christmas in New York City (20 Magical Things to Do & 5 to Avoid).
- Artists & Fleas at the Chelsea MarketMarket · Chelsea
- Columbus Circle Holiday MarketMarket · Columbus CircleNestled at the southwest entrance of Central Park, wandering through the Columbus Circle Holiday Market feels like stepping foot in a Hallmark movie.
- DUMBO FAD Market Holiday Pop-UpMarket · DUMBOThe best part? The indoor market is a great escape from the cold.
- Grand Holiday BazaarMarket · Upper West SideLocated on the Upper West Side, the Grand Bazaar is a popular neighborhood market locals are keen to support.
- Harlem Night MarketMarket · HarlemFeaturing live music and tons of food vendors, this feels like one of the liveliest holiday markets in New York City.
- Holiday Makers Show at City PointMarket · Downtown BrooklynThe Makers Show is best billed as a market with purpose.
- Holiday Market at the Oculus MallMarket · Financial District
- The Holiday Market at Bryant ParkMarket · MidtownThis one of those New York moments that makes you fall in love with the city all over again.
- Union Square Holiday MarketMarket · Union SquareIt’s not surprising that one of the city’s most popular parks would transform into a top winter destination come December.
Artists & Fleas at the Chelsea Market
Market · Chelsea · 75 9th Ave, New York, NY 10011
It’s a marketplace for talented New Yorkers of all stripes, from budding fashion designers and antique collectors to artists and curators, you’ll definitely find something unique to take home from this spot.
Columbus Circle Holiday Market
Market · Columbus Circle · Columbus Circle, New York
Nestled at the southwest entrance of Central Park, wandering through the Columbus Circle Holiday Market feels like stepping foot in a Hallmark movie.
DUMBO FAD Market Holiday Pop-Up
Market · DUMBO
The best part? The indoor market is a great escape from the cold.
Grand Holiday Bazaar
Market · Upper West Side · 100 West 77th St, New York
Located on the Upper West Side, the Grand Bazaar is a popular neighborhood market locals are keen to support.
Harlem Night Market
Market · Harlem
Featuring live music and tons of food vendors, this feels like one of the liveliest holiday markets in New York City.
Holiday Makers Show at City Point
Market · Downtown Brooklyn · 445 Albee Square W, Brooklyn
The Makers Show is best billed as a market with purpose.
Holiday Market at the Oculus Mall
Market · Financial District · 185 Greenwich St, New York
The Holiday Market at Bryant Park
Market · Midtown · 41st Street and 6th Ave, New York
This one of those New York moments that makes you fall in love with the city all over again.
Union Square Holiday Market
Market · Union Square · E 14th St, New York
It’s not surprising that one of the city’s most popular parks would transform into a top winter destination come December.
Best holiday markets in New York, 2026
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