Watch enthusiasts, mark your calendars because Indies.NYC is making a triumphant return to New York Watch Week on October 16, 2025. This intimate evening promises to spotlight the kaleidoscope of creativity found in independent watchmaking, where timepieces are not just told, but celebrated.
Set to take place at the chic venue of Hudson Yards, the event will bring together eight bold brands hailing from around the globe. Think of it like a horological music festival, but instead of tunes, you’ll be enjoying the tick-tock symphony from artisans like Philippe Narbel and the innovative fidget-spinner watches of Max Büsser’s M.A.D. Editions.
No need to don your tuxedo for this soirée. Indies.NYC is redefining what it means to be a watch fair. Forget about feeling like a meerkat peering into a lion’s showcase – here, you can kick back, sip a cocktail, maybe indulge in a burger, and actually hold conversations with the makers themselves. It’s less ‘museum exhibit’ and more ‘living room chat’ – a community gathering full of stories worth their weight in gold balance wheels.
Some argue that watch fairs can be as stiff as a quartz crystal oscillator on a Monday morning, but last April, Indies.NYC was 250 collectors strong, each there to break the mold with their love for horology. It’s the night where the craftsman could be your new BFF and the stories flow as freely as the craft beers.
This fall’s event will see returning highlights like Rogé Bastide, bringing handcrafted elegance to new markets. For founders Romain Rogé and Stéphan Bastide, Indies.NYC is not just an event – it’s THE stage to present their time-honored savoir-faire. And rumor has it, their Concorde creation is bound to take wing with collectors.
So, if you’re passionate about watches or just looking for a fantastically unique night out, Indies.NYC might just be your slice of heaven in the Big Apple. Grab a ticket, say hello to the masters behind the movements, and discover the craft’s heartbeats under one roof.
