The Best Dog-Friendly Holiday Markets in NYC
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The Best Dog-Friendly Holiday Markets in NYC

‘Tis the season for gift giving, holiday guides, and wrapping paper galore! Escape the dreadful and impersonal feeling of shopping online or at big box retailers, and shop small and local. It’s a more thoughtful and eco-conscious way of getting gifts for your loved ones, and a lot more fun too.

New York City comes alive during the holiday season as holiday markets sporting unique products pop up all over the city. Plus, they’re fun to visit, and often include extras like carolers, hot chocolate vendors, and even ice skating. Holiday markets are a great way to get in the holiday spirit, all while supporting small business.

Here’s a list of our favorite holiday markets in New York City. The best part? They’re all dog-friendly! 

A dog with Christmas lights.

Columbus Circle Holiday Market

Central Park isn’t just for off-leash hours and long walks once the holidays roll around. Come November, the Columbus Circle Holiday Market opens up with more than 100 vendors, goodies and gifts galore.

The Columbus Circle Holiday Market is known as one of the most beautiful holiday markets in the city, with picturesque scenery, bright lights, and glittering aisles of everything from jewelry, to home goods, to delicious food.

Columbus Circle Holiday Market

When you’re done browsing the local artisans and designers, head into the park for some play time with your pup, or warm up at TurnStyle or The Shops at Columbus Circle, both just right across the street.

Location: 59th Street and Central Park West.
Dates: November 29 – December 24, 2022
Hours: Monday – Saturday, 11am – 8pm, Sunday 11am – 7pm

Bryant Park Winter Village

Once the leaves start changing colors, Bryant Park transforms into a winter wonderland, complete with ice skating, hot cocoa, and igloo domes. Officially called the Bank of America Winter Village at Bryant Park, there are more than 170 kiosks with holiday shops, rink-side eats, and drinks at The Lodge.

Their 17,000-square-foot ice-skating rink is New York City’s only free admission ice skating rink (as long as you bring your own skates). And while your dog won’t be able to skate circles on the ice with you, they are permitted to peruse the open-air festive shops, cozy up with you as you enjoy a seasonal cocktail or cocoa, or watch the ice skaters and admire the tree.

Plus, Bryant Park hosts a bevy of fun events – including a dog ugly sweater party – to enjoy. What’s not to love?

Location: Bryant Park, between 40th and 42nd St. & Fifth and Sixth Ave.
Dates: October 28, 2022 – January 2, 2023
Hours: Monday – Friday, 11am – 8pm, Saturday – Sunday 10am – 8pm

The Union Square Holiday Market

The Union Square Holiday Market

This internationally-known Holiday Market is located right in the heart of New York City – Union Square Park! The Union Square Holiday Market features over 160 vendors, from local crafts-people, to artists, entrepreneurs, and artisanal foodies. They bring the holiday magic in this al fresco, European-style winter market, with winding aisles and bright lights.

You can find everything at this market, from jewelry, to artwork, home goods, unique apparel, and more. It’s a great place to discover local vendors and shop small.

Once you’ve filled up on holiday spirit and goodies, head into the park to enjoy the Union Square dog run.

Bonus: they usually host a Happy Pawlidays dog event to kick off the holiday season! Check our event calendar for details.

Location: Union Square Park, 14th st, New York, NY 10011.
Dates: November 17 – December 24, 2022 (Closes on Thanksgiving Day and at 4pm on Christmas Eve
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Hours: Monday – Friday, 11am – 8pm, Saturday 10am – 8pm, Sunday 11am – 7pm

Grand Central Holiday Fair

Grand Central Holiday Fair

Grand Central Station isn’t just a transportation hub – it’s also a cultural destination home to shopping and dining, with over 60 shops, 35 places to eat, and come December, holiday pop up shops.

Vanderbilt Hall at Grand Central’s six week-long holiday pop up shop is indoors, for those of you who prefer to escape the cold weather. Hundreds of shoppers pass through the holiday fair daily, with its cozy selection of one-of-a-kind items sold in cozy booths.

While the Grand Central Holiday Fair is smaller than their outdoor counterparts (there are 36 local-artisan vendors), it’s heavily curated to bring shoppers only the best and most unique gifts. It’s worth a visit, and after checking out the booths, don’t forget to browse their regular dining and shopping options.

Location: 89 E. 42nd Street (Park Avenue and 42nd Street)
Dates: The market is open from November 14 – December 24, 2022 (closed for Thanksgiving
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Hours:
Monday – Saturday, 10am – 7pm, Sunday, 11am – 6pm, open Christmas Eve, 10am – 6pm.

Artists and Fleas

Brooklyn-born craft market Artists & Fleas is a marketplace of makers – tastemakers, craftsmen, designers, collectors and curators. While this market rolls out events throughout the year, they really come alive during the holidays, with a continued focus on showcasing new and emerging creators and vendors.

While you might have passed by the Artists & Fleas at Chelsea Market, they’re not pet-friendly – boo! Instead, head over to their Brooklyn flagship in Williamsburg.

Established in 2003 in a former dry goods and provisions warehouse, their Williamsburg location is home to 45+ individual sellers every weekend. Their rotating vendors have a reputation for showcasing what’s new and exciting in fashion, vintage, art, design and more, so you’re sure to find something fun and surprising.

Location: 70 North 7th Street, Brooklyn.
Dates: Year-round.
Hours: Weekends 11AM–6PM
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Brooklyn Flea

A bunch of objects for sale at a flea market.

Even if you’re only mildly interested in vintage shopping, you’ve probably heard of Brooklyn Flea. Founded in April 2008, Brooklyn Flea has grown over the years, now operating flea markets every weekend of the year and featuring hundreds of vendors.

Come holiday season, Brooklyn Flea starts up their holiday fair in DUMBO. This outdoor market, located amongst the picturesque archways under the Manhattan Bridge, operates every Sunday. They sell everything from furniture, to vintage clothing, antiques, and handmade goods.

Besides their holiday market in DUMBO, the flea is also open year-round at Chelsea Flea, on Saturdays and Sundays from 8am to 4pm.

Bonus: The Flea also operates Smorgasburg, a giant all-food market featuring Brooklyn’s artisanal food scene with 100 local and regional vendors in beautiful outdoor settings.

Location: 80 Pearl St in DUMBO, Brooklyn.
Dates: April to December
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Hours: Saturdays and Sundays from 10am-5pm
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Location: 29 W. 25th Street, Chelsea, Manhattan.
Dates: Year-round.
Hours: Saturdays and Sundays from 8am-4pm
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Fad Market

FAD Market

FAD Market, an acronym for Fashion, Art and Design, is a pop-up market that travels seasonally throughout Brooklyn. Their mission is to showcase the talent of the city, with vendors selling handcrafted art, jewelry, apparel, bath and body care, tableware and home furnishings, and to indulge visitors with locally crafted food and drinks.

They aim to foster community, and always curate their market to feature the best and most creative artists, entrepreneurs, and makers. Their holiday market is always a must see, so don’t miss it.

Location: The Invisible Dog, 51 Bergen St., Brooklyn
Dates: December 3+4 | 10+11 | 17+18
Hours: 11am to 6pm

Location: Empire Stores, 55 Water Street, Brooklyn
Dates: December 3+4 | 10+11 | 17+18
Hours: 11am to 6pm

3rd & B’zaar

This carefully curated East Village Holiday market features over 30 vintage sellers, artists, designers, and more. It’s the perfect place to shop for unique and vintage gifts this holiday season for everyone on your list!

Location: 📍Ave B and 3rd Street , East Village.
Dates: Wednesday through Sunday from Nov 25 – Dec 24, 2022.
Hours: 1pm to 7pm.

What’s your favorite holiday market in New York City? Let us know in the comments!


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'Tis the season for gift giving, holiday guides, and wrapping paper galore! Here's a list of our favorite holiday markets in New York City. The best part? They're all dog-friendly! 

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