FAD Market returns to Governors Island for its fifth season, popping up every third weekend from June to August! Set along the tree-lined King Ave, between historic early 20th-century buildings, this idyllic market is just steps from Yankee Pier (where Brooklyn ferries dock) and Liggett Terrace’s bustling food stalls.
Each month, we showcase a fresh lineup of 40+ independent makers, designers, artists, and small businesses. Discover handcrafted jewelry, art, apparel, bath and body care, home goods, artisanal packaged foods, and more.
Come for the one-of-a-kind finds, stay for a cocktail and a game of pétanque with our neighbors at Carreau Club. Hop on the ferry and make a day of it—this is summer in NYC at its best!
Market Dates
June 21+22
July 19+20
August 16+17
Governors Island is a 172-acre oasis in New York Harbor, nestled between Lower Manhattan and the Brooklyn waterfront. Pack a picnic, lounge on the grass, or grab a bite from spots like Makina Cafe, Little Eva’s, Island Oyster, and Pizza Yard. Enjoy drinks at Threes Brewing and explore public art and cultural hubs at Nolan Park.
Rent a bike, relax in a hammock, or take in the skyline from The Hills. For more adventure, visit Slide Hill, GrowNYC Teaching Garden, or unwind at QC NY spa. With sweeping views of the Harbor, Lower Manhattan, and the Statue of Liberty, it’s the perfect city escape—just a short ferry ride away.
FAD Market at Governor’s Island is accessible via ferry from Manhattan and Brooklyn. Governors Island Manhattan ferries will run daily from the Battery Maritime Building at 10 South Street, New York, NY. Governor’s Island Brooklyn ferries will run Saturdays and Sundays from both Pier 6 in Brooklyn Bridge Park and Atlantic Basin in Red Hook. Tickets are available here.
This event is FREE and open to all ages. No pets allowed except for service dogs. RSVP to let us know you’re coming!