At Union Square, NYC: Holiday Market Returns With Nearly 200 Vendors Through Dec. 24

The Union Square Holiday Market opened Nov 12 in Union Square Park and runs through Dec 24 It is organized by Urbanspace Markets, which operates several holiday markets around Manhattan Admission is free. Nearly 200 vendors fill the park with gifts made by local craftspeople, artists and entrepreneurs, along with treats to snack on The market says it was named the best holiday market in America in 2023. Hours vary by day The market is open Sunday through Wednesday from 11am to 8pm, Thursday and Friday from 11am to 9pm, and Saturday from 10am to 9pm Saturday opens an hour earlier than the rest of the week and stays open until 9, which makes it the roomiest day for a slow walk through the stalls. The location is easy to reach Union Square is served by the 4, 5, 6, L, N, Q, R and W subway lines, so it works as a stop on the way home from work or a shopping trip. For anyone building a gift list, whether for coworkers, friends or family back home, the market puts a lot of handmade options in one place Urbanspace also runs holiday markets at Columbus Circle, Herald Square and Bryant Park this season Updates are posted on Instagram at @urbanspacemarkets.