November and December are a magical time to visit New York. The store window displays are over the top, the twinkly lights sparkle and the sky high Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree sets a festive tone for the whole city.
01.11.2023 - 00:01 / forbes.com / Bryant Park
Halloween marks the beginning of the holiday season in New York City, and festivities are already in full force. Bryant Park’s Winter Village and its accompanying skating rink opened on October 27, the rink at Rockefeller Center is already spinning with skaters, and the Radio City Rockettes will kick off their 2023 production in just a few weeks.
New York City’s biggest holiday markets, the Union Square Holiday Market will welcome shoppers starting November 16, and the Columbus Circle Holiday Market opens November 28.
And this year, you won’t have to brave the crowds or even be in New York City to shop the wares.
Urbanspace has partnered with a new online marketplace, Kewl Street, to bring the beloved holiday market vendors to consumers across America, thanks to online shopping.
“We're proud to operate the most popular holiday markets in New York City and, for the first time, bring the shopping experience online," says Eldon Scott, President of Urbanspace. “Kewl Street showcases the best local vendors from our unrivaled holiday markets. It’s an easy place to purchase unique New York City gifts from anywhere in the country.”
Kewl Street features a curated selection of products from some of the most beloved and talented vendors from each market. Whether you're strolling through Bryant Park or sitting in the cozy corners of your living room, you can still browse and purchase the unique treasures and delectable treats that make New York City’s holiday markets so special.
A few of the online offerings include shops from The Holiday Village at Bryant Park’s favorite stands including the Truffleist by chef Jimmy Kunz and Pinky Pilots, a New York City-based art studio that sells affordable fine art prints and original art pieces starring whimsical cat pilots. From Columbus Circle, Hudson Houndstooth, which sells pet clothing and accessories from 100% reclaimed fabrics; Gabriella Ceballos’ eco-friendly jewelry; and Patches and Pins.
All Kewl Street orders over $35 earn free shipping and first time shoppers can get a code for 10% by entering their email.
November and December are a magical time to visit New York. The store window displays are over the top, the twinkly lights sparkle and the sky high Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree sets a festive tone for the whole city.
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