Classic Weekend at Hester Street Fair (Closing Weekend)

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.

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 2-6pm 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.

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Paper Mache Pumpkin Carving is back

LUNCH

Empanada Papa - Our favorite empanadas ever

Maze Maze - Japanese organic rice bowls with vegetarian options

Perros Locos Gourmet Sausages - Sausage sandwiches with a loaded twist

SNACKS AND SWEETS

Cantina Royal - Enjoy some chips and hot sauce! Granted the chips are to sample the many flavors, you’ll still get a nice snack out of it

Churrero - Who doesn’t love a warm soft churro? Get yourself this delicious handheld treat and pick a spicy chocolate topping if you yourself are feeling spicy

Jade Rose Bakery - 19-year-old self-taught pastry chef and cake decorator who’s ventured out with her own businesses

The Teal Kitchen - Cookies, fruity gallets, creme brulees, what can’t Mimi bake?

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

AxV Beauty - Soothe and hydrate your irritated skin with our easy, high quality, and acne-friendly skincare

Copper Cactus Vintage - Vintage Treasures with unknown stories

Glam Gardener - Organic + wild-harvested herbal products, workshops & foraging tours, stuff for nature lovers

HappiHello - Paper crafts handmade with love

Lisa Shuab Fine Millinery - Step into your high fashion/Kentucky Derby fantasy with Lisa’s finely made hats and fascinators

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

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 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.

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

89 South St, 89 South Street, New York, United States