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Classic Weekend at Hester Street Fair (Closing Weekend)

Published: October 26, 2022; Aithor: Julia Sonrisa

When: November 5, 2022

Season 13 has truly been one for the books. From the return of Ice Cream Social, our expansion of the Food Court onto Pier 16, fun neighborhood-run pet adoptions, kid-friendly workout classes, art tents, iconic DJs, and so many new vendors to the Hester Street Fair family!

To finish out the season you can only expect us to go out in our classic fashion, AKA, we’re bringing you exactly what makes our fair so special: Unique and buzz-worthy vendors, delicious food from passionate chefs, and an incredible DJ to carry on the shopping party which we look forward to bringing every single time.

Looking to come on Sunday too? You can find Sunday’s programming here.

Special Programming

Saturday’s DJ is Elvin Abril. He made his debut at our fair earlier in the season and turned out fair into the nostalgic day party we always aim for.

Pet Portraits from 2-6 pm by Hannah Benz. For $30 you can take home a customized portrait of your beloved furry friend. Hannah Benson (HanBenz Art) is an NYC-based artist who pulls inspiration from the world around her but specializes in pet and architecture drawings. Everything she creates is drawn by hand with ink pens You can check out her full collection at www.etsy.com/shop/HanbenzArt or follow her Instagram, @hanbenz_art.

New Business Tent by 3pts

Meet and shop with four entrepreneurs who have recently launched their businesses; They’re very excited to meet you and are excited to be at Hester Street Fair for the first time.

3pts is a growing resource that empowers self-funded creative entrepreneurs with guidance, tools, and community to succeed. Through 1:1 guidance, programs, workshops, and content, we give creative entrepreneurs, clarity, confidence, and assets to achieve their goals. Subscribe to 3pts Newsletter 3pts.co: A free weekly dispatch of resources, opportunities, and inspiration for creative entrepreneurs like you.

Paper Mache Pumpkin Carving is back

What’s On The Menu?

Lunch

Snacks and sweets

Bevs

Visit the Hester Street Fair beverage tent for $1 water bottles! Additional soft drinks might make an appearance. The beverage tent is next to the DJ.

Coffee and cider will be provided by Churrero

Highlighted Vendors

PDVNTG — Highly coveted secondhand menswear

Pizza Potter — Making things out of clay, porcelain, glazing, and concrete; sometimes a mug; sometimes a building; sometimes a planter; sometimes something else

Yogaromas by Quinn — A bottled version of the relief you get from yoga itself

Full Roster TBA!

About Hester Street Fair

The Hester brand is known for its highly curated selection of NYC’s artisanal fashion, art, design, jewelry, crafts, music, and food vendors. As a space that connects and collects the highest-quality cutting-edge entrepreneurs and under-the-radar brands, Hester creates buzzworthy artisanal experiences that are unique to Downtown Manhattan. Our vendor selections represent the unmatched diversity, unique talent, and abundant creative spirit that sets NYC apart. Described by the New York Times as a “hyperlocal block party,” The Hester brand brings a connection to the community and a vibe that is cool, cozy, and familiar. Family-friendly and open to all yet refined enough to appeal to the city’s most discerning foodies, music aficionados, and vintage fashionistas, Hester is a meeting ground for all those attuned to the city’s sharpest trends, facilitating a close-knit community of in-the-know New Yorkers.

About The Seaport

The?Seaport?is New York City’s original neighborhood, a maritime hub of history, community, dining, and entertainment located along the East River in Lower Manhattan, with iconic waterfront views of the Brooklyn Bridge to the city skyline. The Seaport serves as a vibrant home to local residents and a global destination for visiting travelers, offering 450,000 square feet of entertainment, culinary and cultural experiences.

Location: 89 South Street New York, NY 10038 United States

Time: 11:00 AM — 6:00 PM EDT

Free!

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