5 spectacular NYC holiday markets to get you in the holiday spirit

New York City’s 2026 holiday markets are returning with new attractions and familiar seasonal shopping, offering residents and visitors more ways to browse local goods, eat festive food and celebrate. The article highlights five markets, with changes including anniversary events, new food and drink options, and unusual pop-ups.

Bryant Park’s Winter Village marks its 25th year with more than 180 kiosks, a 17,000-square-foot ice rink and new Santa experiences; its shops run until 3 January 2027. Union Square’s market has nearly 200 vendors and, for the first time, will sell beer and wine on-site; it runs until 24 December. The supplied article text cuts off during its description of Macy’s Herald Square, so details of the other markets are not available here.