10 Holiday Craft Fair Markets in New York City

Dec 1 2009 By Leni
10 Holiday Craft Fair Markets in New York City

Market shopping is a great way to find a one of a kind gift for anyone on your list. You can find anything from perishables like holiday cakes and cookies to hand knitted items by local crafts people . Here are our picks for the city’s best holiday markets and craft fairs.


A group of Etsy store owners host this holiday handmade event from 11am-8pm on Saturday, December 5th, at the Openhouse Gallery, 201 Mulberry Street.
 

Eat pie and shop for your holiday gifts at this fundraising event for Brooklyn's PS29 and PS8. There will be over 20 local vendors with toys and handmade items. Children can make crafts or watch short films ($2) sponsored by Rooftop Films while their parents shop. December 5th at 425 Henry Street Brooklyn from 10am-4pm
 

Winter Blast in Astoria
This handmade holiday designer's market and craft show is one of the many things to do in Queens this holiday season. Kids will also be able to see Santa at this event. December 13th at 32-33 31st street in Astoria Queens right under the N/W train Broadway stop from 12pm-6pm. Sunday December 13th 2009
 

Organizers of the Brooklyn Flea are teaming up with Lucky Magazine to put a holiday spin on their usual market with 100 vendors selling local, vintage or handcrafted goods. It is being held at the old Tower Records store on Lafayette and will be open Wed- Sun through CDec 13 and then every day from December 16 until Christmas at 20 East 4th Street NYC
 

You can get your holiday baked goods as well as check out local crafters at this local Farmers Market.
Wednesdays from 10am-5pm from now through December 23 on the corner of Linden St and Broadway in Bushwick.
 

Indie designers will donate 10-15% of sales to benefit Brooklyn Community Housing and Services to end homelessness at this craft fair. Going on December 12 and 13 from 11-7. Smith St & Union St
 

With over 200 indie vendors from across the nation, shoppers will find personalized and handmade gifts for everyone on their list. The Craftacular will take place on December 6th at the Metropolitan Pavillion 125 West 18th Street NYC from 10am – 7pm
 
Brooklyn Friends Winter Festival
Browse 100s of handcrafted designs by more than 40 local vendors, enjoy food and desserts, a book fair and on Saturday enjoy the carnival with bouncy rides, games, craft making, and more. Friday, December 4, 4-8pm, Saturday, December 5, 10:30-5pm. 375 Pearl Street. Brooklyn
 
3rd Ward and Brooklyn Based Handmade Holiday Craft Fair
Two floors full of goods & treats from over 120 local artisans, craft mavens & culinary masters plus live music, free drinks, tasty treats and free (adult) workshops & demos. The first 300 guests to arrive will receive free tote bags specially designed by acclaimed illustrator Fernanda Cohen full of special gifts from our vendors. More fun: get your old t-shirts screened with original designs and get your picture taken & make your holiday wishes at the holiday photobooth. Saturday, December 12, noon-6pm. 195 Morgan Ave. Brooklyn
 

NY Creates Holiday Crafts Fair
High quality, creative hand-crafted ceramics, jewelry, apparel, plush toys, organic cosmetics, glass works, photo art and home goods made locally and priced affordably. There will be craft demonstrations and during the Festival the Brooklyn Historical Society Museum will be free of charge. Friday, December 11 - Tuesday, December 15. Craft Festival Hours: Weekdays: 11 am - 7 pm; Weekend: 10 am - 5 pm.

 

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Thanks Sara, I actually

Submitted by mommy on December 4, 2009 - 12:50pm.

Thanks Sara,
I actually separated this into two posts. I put the PS 11 fair into a Holiday Markets post which I'm gonna post right now. It's in our calendar too.

Hi MP, thanks for your

Submitted by Sara Tucker (not verified) on December 4, 2009 - 11:07am.

Hi MP, thanks for your always amazing info. One thing to add to your list: PS11 (on 21st St between 8 & 9th ave) is having it's annual Sample Sale tomorrow, Saturday, from 10am -6pm. There are great bargains & your purchases all go to the school. Starting at $1 there will be amazing gift items, pottery, glass, fine art, designer clothing, new books and more.

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