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Herald Holiday Fair
Location: Herald Square, New York, NY 10001
Dates: December 2 – January 3
Why we love it: Held steps from the famed Macy’s department store, the Herald Holiday Fair is more than just a shopping destination: It also contains a Christmas-themed, double-decker carousel; snow slide; and a virtual-reality ride on Santa’s sleigh. Stocking stuffers also abound, of course—look out for vendors like Drawings of New York for art inspired by the city’s architecture, Granny’s Batch cookie tins, and With Root’s unique jewelry that’s created with real plants inside.
Field + Supply Holiday Market
Location: Starrett-Lehigh Building, 601 W. 26th Street, New York, NY 10001
Dates: December 5 – 6
Why we love it: One of upstate New York’s premier makers’ markets returns to the city this year, much to the delight of anyone looking for chic home goods, artisanal jewelry, and much more. There will be 140-plus vendors at the two-day Field + Supply event in Chelsea, with products ranging from ceramics to textiles to specialty foods. And even if you’re shopped out, there’s plenty else to lure you, including a visit from Santa himself and retro tintype portraits.
Eater Under Wraps
Location: Iron23, 29 W. 23rd Street, New York, NY 10010
Dates: December 5, 11 AM – 7 PM
Why we love it: The ultimate one-stop-shop for foodies, Eater Under Wraps, returns for a one-day-only market this year in Chelsea. Brands like Pepsi, Reese’s, and Kahlúa will host activations, along with food and drink samples from local spots like Shania’s Max Bet and Nishaan, and, naturally, a robust, curated selection of gifts chosen by Eater’s own editors.
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