Holiday Markets

WHAT: Columbus Circle Holiday Market

WHY: Enjoy bites from some of the city’s finest, shop for holiday gifts from artisans and designers, and soak in the splendor of winter in New York at the Columbus Circle Holiday Market.

Shop For:

• Handmade wooden puzzles
• Artisan chocolates and truffles
• Home accessories from local makers
• Jewelry from up-and-coming designers
• Clothing and accessories for men, women and children

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WHEN: 12/1 – 12/24; M-Sat (10-8), Sun (10-7)

WHERE: Central Park
at 59th Street and Central Park West
near the southwest entrance of the park

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WHAT: Grand Central Holiday Fair

WHY: Grand Central Terminal’s 2015 Holiday Fair boasts 74 artists, craftspeople and businesses drawn primarily from New York City and its surrounding areas. The fair offers shoppers an eclectic mix of art, clothing for adults and children, handbags, jewelry and accessories for men and women, food, bath and body items, collectible toys, holiday items and home goods – and also a chance to win LG OLED TVs.

For its first time sponsoring the Grand Central Holiday Fair, LG Electronics is inviting guests to experience the new LG OLED TV lineup. Shoppers can stop by the LG booth to learn more about why experts are calling LG OLED TV the BEST. TV. EVER. and take the picture quality challenge for a chance to win one of the LG OLED TVs that LG will give away daily.

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WHEN: 11/16 – 12/24; M-F (10-8), Sat (10-7), Sun (11-7)
Christmas Eve 10am – 6pm

WHERE: Vanderbilt Hall At Grand Central
89 East 42nd Street
New York, NY 10017

WHAT: Union Square Holiday Market

WHY: The Union Square Holiday Market is the New York destination for an intimate and enjoyable holiday shopping experience. Allow yourself the time to slow down and wander through the holly-lined aisles, and connect with local artisans who are selling their wares and sharing their stories. It’s a delightful place to get swept up in the festive spirit.

Shop for:

• An array of warm and indulgent food and beverage, from authentic Persian soup to rich hot chocolate
• Local, handmade jewelry and accessories
• Gifts for children, teens, and the young-at-heart
• Artwork, from posters to framed prints and more
• Socially-conscious goods (look for our Artisan Pledge stickers to verify that products are 100% made in USA, local, organic, fair trade certified, recycled, and/or handmade)
• Home goods, from bowls crafted from natural olive wood to coasters made of slate
• Candles, soaps, and skin care products for men and women
• Winter accessories like scarves, hats, and gloves
• Gourmet pantry items, from small-batch jams to all natural olive oils

WHEN: 11/19 – 12/24; M-F (11-8), Sat (10-8), Sun (11-7)

WHERE: Union Square Park
betweenUnion Square East & East 16th St
New York, NY

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WHAT: Garment District Holiday Market

WHY: The Garment District Holiday Market is a brand new holiday project from Urbanspace, located along one of the most bustling avenues in New York City.

The market features both local and international vendors in a central and easily accessible location. Join us for warm food and drinks, shop for holiday gifts from artisans and designers, and enjoy the transformation of one of New York’s major streets.

WHEN: 11/16 – 12/24; Daily (11-8)

WHERE: on Broadway between 39th St and 41st St.

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