Christkindlmarket

Christkindlmarket brings the atmosphere of a traditional German-style Christmas market to the Chicago area, offering visitors a festive way to celebrate the holiday season. The organization hosts in-person markets and online experiences, featuring a mix of seasonal shopping, food, cultural traditions, and community activities. Its 2026 markets are planned for three locations: Chicago, Aurora, and Wrigleyville. Visitors can explore the individual location pages to plan their visits and sign up for the newsletter for updates about market mugs, events, and other announcements.

Christkindlmarket also supports participating vendors and performers, inviting businesses to apply for market space and artists to perform. Community members can get involved by volunteering, working at the market, or joining the team. The website provides information about the market’s history and traditions, frequently asked questions, galleries, and the Christkind Kinder Club. Gift boxes are also available, giving customers another way to enjoy or share the market’s holiday offerings. Through its markets and year-round engagement, Christkindlmarket connects local communities with festive traditions and seasonal experiences.