Holiday Market at NYC’s Grand Central Terminal: Shop Local Artisans and Unique Gifts This Season

Holiday Market at NYC’s Grand Central Terminal: Shop Local Artisans and Unique Gifts This Season

November 12, 2024 Catherine Williams - Chief Editor News

Grand Central Terminal Holiday Fair 2024

The Grand Central Terminal Holiday Fair opened on November 11th, 2024, and will run until December 24th, 2024. Here are the key details:

Location

The fair is located in Vanderbilt Hall at Grand Central Terminal, 89 E 42nd Street, New York, NY 10017[2].

Operating Hours

  • Monday to Friday: 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM
  • Saturday: 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM
  • Sunday: 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM
  • Christmas Eve: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM[2].

What to Expect

  • The fair features a 6,000-square-foot indoor artisan market with unique items such as handcrafted jewelry, pottery, and artwork from 36 local businesses and merchants.
  • A new addition this year is The Grand Gift Shop, offering merchandise that celebrates Grand Central Terminal’s iconic legacy.
  • Uncommon Goods will also have an in-person pop-up with their popular products[2].

Additional Highlights

  • Complimentary gift wrapping is available at The Grand Gift Shop for items purchased from the Holiday Fair or other stores in the terminal.
  • The fair is part of Grand Central Terminal’s holiday offerings, which also include the Holiday Model Train Show at the New York Transit Museum Store’s Grand Central annex, starting on November 14th, 2024, and running through February 2025[3].

This annual event is a must-visit for holiday shoppers looking for unique gifts in a festive and historic setting.