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Holiday market at night in Bryant Park with people browsing stalls under lit trees.

What do you buy for the person who has everything? Holiday markets are sprouting up across New York, where local art, specialty crafts, and gourmet food and drink make the gift-giving season a breeze. Here are the markets to hit before the season's over!

Massive Christmas tree covered in hand-blown glass ornaments in Centerway Square in Corning

New York State is full of charming towns that will have you feeling like you’ve stepped into a Hallmark movie. Have a holly jolly time as you take an enchanting ride in a vintage train car on the Polar Express, explore Santa’s Workshop, travel back in time to celebrate Christmas the Dickens way, see the world’s largest menorah, commemorate Kwanzaa with song and dance, and more.

A woman walks through a pool in a candle lit room at AIRE Ancient Baths NYC

As the temps get colder and the days get shorter, why not treat yourself to a relaxing and rejuvenating getaway in New York State?

A smiling child slides down a hill in a blue tube at Windham Mountain

Snow-covered mountain tops, cozy cabins, and winter sports galore, the Catskills are truly magical this time of year. Whether you prefer watching the snow fall while sitting in front of a crackling fireplace with tasty Catskill cuisine or embarking on a blood-pumping ski or snowmobile adventure, the Catskills promise unforgettable frosty fun for all. What are you waiting for? Check out these cold weather activities and plan your winter wonderland getaway to the Catskills! 

Aerial view of shops and a church in Lake Placid covered in snow with the Adirondack Mountains in the distance

Home to unforgettable Olympic history, a main street fit for a Hallmark movie, and epic winter adventures, there’s snow place like Lake Placid! While this postcard-perfect village in the Adirondacks promises year-round wonder, winter here is magical, when snow decorates the streets and cozy fireplaces crackle.

A group of people dining inside one of Farmer’s Creekside Tavern & Inn's igloos in LeRoy

When winter blankets New York in frost and snow, there’s no better time to embrace the cozy comforts that lift your spirits and warm your soul. From sipping on velvety hot cocoa in a charming…

A family of four skis down Bristol Mountain

Looking for winter family fun without breaking the bank? We’ve got you covered! Winter in New York State means exploring dazzling ice palaces, traversing magical landscapes, experiencing world-renowned museums, and so much more. Get the family out of the house and get ready to make unforgettable memories with these 13 affordable winter weekend activities.

Aerial view of the snow-covered speed skating oval in the Lake Placid Olympic Village

Throughout New York State, towns, cities, and villages radiate with warmth and cheer during the winter months. Postcard-perfect main streets sparkle under blankets of snow, city skylines dazzle with

A person in a pink and grey winter coat, white hat, and black snow pants prepares to ski down Gore Mountain

From ski trail debuts to grand hotel openings, there’s always something new to discover in New York State! Spend a wintry weekend on a farm in the Hudson Valley, get your holiday shopping done at a new holiday market in the Finger Lakes, zoom down one the Catskills’ steepest ski trails, and more. Whether you’re planning a wonderful winter weekend getaway or just looking to make magical memories, be sure to add the Empire State’s latest and greatest to your winter must-do list. 

Snowmen figurines surround a gazebo covered in garland in string lights

From grabbing a festive beverage to outdoor winter adventures to holiday markets, here are 12 ways to launch you and your loved ones into the spirit of the season, New York State style.