# Columbus Circle Holiday Market

> Place to go for families in the New York–Newark–Jersey City area (NY / NJ). Times are Eastern Time.

- When: Dec 1 – Dec 31, 2026. Mon–Thu 11:00 AM – 7:00 PM; Fri–Sun 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM. Open…
- Dates: Tue, Dec 1 – Thu, Dec 31
- Where: Columbus Circle (Central Park South Entrance), 59th St & Central Park West, New York, NY 10019
- Ages: All ages (paved park paths; immediately steps from Central Park playgrounds)
- Price: Free admission
- Schedule: Dec 1 – Dec 31, 2026. Mon–Thu 11:00 AM – 7:00 PM; Fri–Sun 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM. Open Christmas Eve (until 4:00 PM).
- Organizer: Urbanspace & Central Park Conservancy
- Official page: https://urbanspacemarkets.com/markets/columbus-circle-holiday-market/
- Last checked: Sat, Nov 7

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## About

Nestled directly at the southwestern entrance to Central Park, the Columbus Circle Holiday Market offers an intimate European market atmosphere against the backdrop of Central Park's trees and Midtown skyscrapers. Over 100 artisanal stalls feature handmade winter apparel, artisan chocolate, custom leather goods, handcrafted toys, and festive ornaments. It is the perfect holiday starting point for families heading into Central Park for carriage rides, ice skating at Wollman Rink, or visiting Heckscher Playground.

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