Cj Hendry's Flower Market turns Rockefeller Center Plaza into a flower stall where nothing is alive: every bloom is a hyperrealistic plush modeled on a species native to New York City. It's the rare art installation you leave holding a piece of, since each guest's first flower costs nothing, and last year's debut drew big crowds. If you want one hands-on art stop in Midtown this fall, this four-day run is it.
What to expect
You queue into the plaza, browse stalls of oversized felt flowers laid out like a real market, and pick your free stem before deciding whether to buy more. Expect a shop of Flower Market T-shirts and caps, plenty of people taking photos, and nearby Rockefeller Center restaurants handing out a flower with a meal during the event.
Good to know
- Take the B, D, F or M to 47–50 Sts–Rockefeller Center; the plaza is a short walk.
- Lines build fast once the market opens, so arriving early or near closing usually means a shorter wait.
- A Top of the Rock express ticket bundles the observation deck with expedited market entry if you want to skip the general line.
- Diners at 5 Acres, Jupiter, NARO and Le Rock receive a complimentary flower with their meal during the run.
- The market is outdoors on the plaza, so dress for the weather while you wait.
- Good for families, art fans and anyone hunting a hands-on keepsake.
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Common questions
Is the Flower Market free?
Entry is free and every guest gets one plush flower at no cost; additional flowers and limited-edition merchandise are available to buy.
Are the flowers real?
No. They are plush felt flowers designed by Cj Hendry, each representing a species native to New York City.
Is this the same as Cj Hendry's Secret Garden?
No. Secret Garden was a separate installation with Sulwhasoo at the Brant Foundation the weekend before; the Flower Market is at Rockefeller Center Plaza.