Ten blocks of Broadway go car-free from 86th to 96th Street for one of the Upper West Side's bigger avenue fairs of the fall. Expect the classic New York street-fair spread — craft and merchandise vendors, food stands, and slow strolling crowds — with Zabar's, brownstone side streets, and Riverside and Central Parks bracketing the route. It's an easy, zero-commitment Sunday anchor for anyone uptown.
What to expect
A ten-block pedestrianized stretch of Broadway lined with vendor booths and food stands, busiest from late morning through mid-afternoon. Plan on a slow one-way stroll of an hour or so, with plenty of neighborhood cafes and shops open along the route.
Good to know
- Hours aren't published; NYC street fairs typically run about 10 AM–6 PM.
- Free to browse — bring cash for vendors and food stands.
- The 1 train stops at both ends (86th St and 96th St); the 2/3 express also stops at 96th St.
- Riverside Park and Central Park are each about two blocks from the route if you want a picnic exit.
- Street fairs generally run rain or shine.
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Common questions
Is the Broadway Fall Fair free?
Yes — it's a free open-street fair; you only pay for food or goods you buy.
Which stretch of Broadway is closed?
Broadway on the Upper West Side between West 86th and West 96th Streets, per organizer Clearview Festival Productions' official 2026 schedule.
What are the hours?
The organizer lists the date but not hours; these Manhattan avenue fairs typically run about 10 AM to 6 PM.
Is it good for kids?
Yes — it's a daytime, stroller-friendly pedestrian fair, and both Riverside and Central Park playgrounds are a couple blocks away.
