New York City’s biggest and most popular holiday market is all set to open this season. Union Square Holiday Market officially opens on November 17th, 2022 and will stay open every day — except Thanksgiving — up until Christmas Eve. Hosted by Urbanspace, its wide array of shops and food vendors truly offer something for everyone. No matter who you are or what you’re looking for, you’ll embrace the holiday spirit as soon as you enter this iconic New York intersection.
Union Square: The Perfect Site for a Christmas Market
Having started back in 1993, Union Square hosts Urbanspace’s oldest holiday market in New York City. It’s also the largest in all five boroughs, with a whopping 180 vendors set up every single night. Kiosks are all lined up in seven arched rows to form a half circle at the south end of the park. The Christmas colors, evergreen garlands, and holiday music are more than enough to set the mood. But when it’s all lit up after sundown, that’s when you’ll really feel the Christmastime atmosphere.
As a year-long hotspot for markets and events, Union Square is a no-brainer for holiday shopping and creative gifts. After all, it’s been the site of social activism and regular art movements ever since the 19th century. To this day, you’ll find plenty of artists and artisans performing, selling their wares, and holding demonstrations. The centrally located park puts you within walking distance to the Flatiron District, Chelsea, Greenwich Village, and Gramercy, so there’s no shortage of shops, restaurants, or entertainment. And we can’t forget about the year-round Green Market that takes place every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday all year long.
Walking In a Winter Marketplace
What sets Union Square’s market apart from the rest is its eclectic range of vendors. You’ll find the perfect gifts for you and your loved ones no matter what your interests are. From standard books, clothes, and jewelry to mini-models, home-brewing kits, and intricate woodwork. Need presents for all the kids in your life? How about something for your dog or cat? No worries, they’ve got plenty of those on-hand, too. You’ll even find many local shops — like The Strand Bookstore, United Leather, and the New York Puzzle Collection — in some of these stalls. After all, there’s no better time than the holidays to attract new customers.
And let’s not forget about the food and drinks — you’re going to need them after a long day of walking and shopping. And around here, you’ll have your pick of all the wintertime and international delights you can think of. Try some amazing perogies, arepas, bao buns, or a fresh Belgian waffle with plenty of toppings. Sip on a cup of hot chocolate, cider, or mulled wine to keep you warm. And for later, get yourself a box of truffles from No Chewing Allowed… just try not to eat them all before you get home.
Union Suare Holiday Market Vendors
A1 Hatzumomo/ Katmama Accessories
A3 Fleurenz
A4 The Boiis Co
A10 Karma Kiss
A11 Delong Ceramics
A12 Tanjore Scarves & Accessories
A13 Oil.Tique
A15 Hanami Real Flower Jewelry
A16 Karma Living
A17 Himalayan Vision
A18 BeltsNYC Miroslava Palavicini
A20 Raw Spirit NYC
A22 Gumi
A23 French York
A24 Emcee Kicks
A25 Krisitana Parn Art + Stationary
A27 Squishable
A29 Macuto Jewelry
A30 Mumu Bath
A31 Hard Nectar
A37 The Werkroom
A39 June Bug
A40 Lost Life on Wax
A41 Patches + Pins
A42 NY State of Mind
A44 Pepa G Art
A45 Mr. Ellie Pooh
A47 Craftspring
A51 The Happy Cactus
A52 NY Cruets
A53 The Pearl Gallery
A55 Ramaya Designs
A56 Duffy’s Gallery
A57 Naughty + Nice
A58 Czech Eggs
A59 Meow Parlour + Macron Parlour
A60 Saskia Jewelry
A61 Nirvanna Designs
A62 Shangrila River - Uma Living
A63 Silly Puppets
A64 Dr. Silksman’s Handmade Body Emporium
A65 Science Seeds
A66 Jiggy
A67 Cherry Rose
A68 Ebb & Flow
A69 Shatzi Hat Company
A70 Sabyloo
A71 With Roots
A72 The Qi
A74 Bonne Et Filou
A75 Teddies
B3 Ipps Jewelry
B8 Lina’s Shop
B10 Hue Way Photo
B11 Likha
B13 Earths’s Energy Gems
B14 4Mula
B16 Babka Bailout
B17 TNT Bitters
B18 Mama Lam’s
B19 Honey Gramz
B20 Garlic Grater
B22 Rubyzaar Baked
B23 Rubyzaar
B24 R+D
B26 Truffleist
B27 Spices + Tease
B29 Brian’s Dots
B30 Rola Awad Designs
B31 Carnelian Knoll
B32 Heaven’s Scent
B33 Shaya NYC
B34 Once a Book
B35 Tully Photo
B36 Beriqisu
B37 Desideri Design
C1 Tribal Home
C3 Avigail Adam
C4 Marianella
C6 Preppy Trendy
C7 De Dandy
C8 Shan Shui Gallery
C10 Selah Vie
C11 PJ Cobbs
C12 Article 22
C13 Dragonette
C14 Lemon Zesty
C15 Lui & Lui
C16 Monkey Business
C17 Hola! I’m Back
C18 KCL Leather
C19 SM Wardrobe
C21 Just Stars
C22 Christmas in NY
C23 Pamela Barsky
C25 B Beaux Designs
C26 5th and Madison
C27 Modern Tibet
C29 Three Angels
C30 La Savonnerie Averal Provence
C32 Wood & Stone
C33 Bellewaera
C34 Calhoun & Co.
C35 Hazel Village
C37 Eunco
C38 Sleet & Sole Co.
C39 Reinerland
C42 Three Bluebirds Swedish Dishcloths
C43 Pook
C44 Winter Pie
C45 United Chocolate Works
C46 Brooklyn Bay
C47 Brooklyn Bay
C48 Light Up Park
C49 Kubiya Games
D1 United Chocolate Works Crepe
D3 Zaddy Earth
D4 Arponcho
D6 Terrart NYC
D7 Paz Sintes
D10 Firefly
D11 Wafels & Dinges
D12 Ava Love
D13 Chopstick Art
D14 Ninova
D15 Bora
D16 Veselka
D17 Bao Tea House
D18 Casa Toscana
D19 Andie’s Eats
D20 Duck Season
D22 Empanada Papa
The Union Square Holiday Market will be open Mondays through Saturdays from 11am to 8pm and Sundays from 11am to 7pm. It officially closes at 4pm on Christmas Eve, so mark your calendars and get ready to enjoy a unique holiday shopping experience in true New York fashion.
