Opening Dates for New York City’s Popular Christmas Markets

Now that we've entered the "ber" months-heralded by an aroma of pumpkin spice lattes everywhere you go-the end-of-year holidays are officially in sight and New York City is preparing to host its epic Christmas-time extravaganzas. The Big Apple is legendary not only for its fantastic holiday light installations and Christmas trees, window displays, citywide decorations, and various seasonal shows and spectaculars, but also for its holiday markets.

As Travel Awaits recently spotlighted, some of the city's most popular outdoor holiday markets will be popping up before you know it. If you want to mark the calendar so you know when to head outdoors to immerse yourself in the intoxicating aromas of cinnamon and peppermint while browsing through an array of unique vendor stalls, be sure to note these opening dates.

Central Park in is a must-see for visitors in search of an ideal NYC wintertime experience, but it becomes an even more spectacular affair with the arrival of the annual Columbus Circle Holiday Market. Running this year from November 28 through December 24, over 100 vendors can be found flogging locally-made and artisan goods, including jewelry, apparel, trinket, art pieces, and festive food and beverages. Known around the world as one of the country's most beautiful holiday shopping locations, this market is located at Central Park's southwest corner in Columbus Circle, at the corner of 8th Avenue and 59th Street.

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