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Entry Fees Introduced at Williamsburg Winter Village to Control Crowds

12/8/2025

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Producer Jeremy Seaman said entry fees up to $12 at the Williamsburg Winter Village in Brooklyn are meant to manage crowd control and keep prices lower than Manhattan markets.
On its second day, the event drew about 3,000 visitors and hosted 17 vendors.
Some attendees said the cost was too high for the venue's small size, while others appreciated the less crowded atmosphere compared with larger holiday markets.

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Producer Jeremy Seaman said entry fees up to $12 at the Williamsburg Winter Village in Brooklyn are meant to manage crowd control and keep prices lower than Manhattan markets.
On its second day, the event drew about 3,000 visitors and hosted 17 vendors.
Some attendees said the cost was too high for the venue's small size, while others appreciated the less crowded atmosphere compared with larger holiday markets.