Union Square Holiday Market Opens in New York

Union Square Holiday Market in New York is now open for shoppers.
Union Square Holiday Market Opens in New York
11/22/2010
Updated:
11/23/2010
[xtypo_dropcap]T[/xtypo_dropcap]he 16th annual Union Square Holiday Market opened Friday, attracting eager holiday shoppers looking for unique buys and delicious treats. The venue provides consumers with a alternative to big box stores. Over 100 vendors are represented at the market, many of whom offer distinctive handcrafted goods made by local artists and designers. Various vendors are also on hand to sell hot cider and cappuccinos should the weather get a little nippy.

The Union Square Holiday Market is organized by Urban Space and features a new concierge service designed to help consumers find what they are looking for. The venue will be open daily from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. until Dec. 24, but closed on Thanksgiving Day.

The Columbus Circle Holiday Market, which is also run by Urban Space, will open Dec. 1.