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Traditional Christmas Markets in the US to feel the holiday spirit
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If you are looking for a place to fill up those stockings with gifts and knick-knacks while living the holiday spirit to its fullest in an all-traditional European-style Christmas Market, without having to leave the US and breaking your wallet with a plane ticket to Europe, worry no more. From Philadelphia to Denver, California, or Chicago, here are some options to make you feel festive and find one-of-a-kind gifts. The Christkindlmarket in Chicago is inspired by the 16th-century Christkindlesmarkt in Nuremberg, Germany, and brings the festive charm of a traditional European holiday market to the city's heart. Set at the Daley Plaza, dozens of wooden booths are adorned with twinkling lights, offering a cozy atmosphere amid the chill of winter. Visitors can enjoy a variety of German treats, from savory sausages to sweet pastries, along with steaming mugs of glühwein, available in both alcoholic and nonalcoholic options.
In addition to the Chicago market, a similar celebration is held in Aurora, Illinois, where both locations feature live music and a variety of family-friendly activities. Kids can take part in the Kinder Club, where they receive free passports filled with fun riddles that teach them about German culture and traditions. The markets are free to visit and are open from November 22 to December 24, 2024, making them a perfect seasonal outing for visitors of all ages. The Denver Christkindlmarket transforms Civic Center Park into a festive winter wonderland, offering a delightful mix of local and European food, drinks, and entertainment. Visitors can enjoy live music, lively polka performances, and browse through the iconic wooden market huts filled with unique gifts from Colorado and around the world. While shopping, sip on a warm cup of glühwein or a refreshing Bavarian-style beer. When it comes to food, don't miss out on a soft pretzel, knödel (boiled dumplings), roasted nuts, or an artisan s'more. The market is open daily from November 22 to December 23, 2024.
It's the most wonderful time of the year!
The Downtown Holiday Market in Washington, D.C. offers a charming holiday shopping experience just north of Dupont Circle Park. With over 30 local vendors, the market features a wide range of handmade goods, including jewelry, pottery, paintings, and textiles. It's an open-air marketplace where you can find unique gifts while enjoying the festive atmosphere and it’s open daily from November 22 to December 15, 2024. The Christmas Village in Philadelphia brings the authentic charm of a European Christmas market right to the heart of the city, making it one of the closest experiences to a traditional German holiday market in the U.S. Located at Love Park and City Hall, the market runs from November 23 to December 24, 2024. Over 100 vendors fill cozy wooden booths, offering a delightful array of goods, from edible treats and handcrafted ornaments to jewelry, sweets, and arts and crafts sourced from around the world.
As you wander through the market, enjoy a bratwurst—perfectly paired with a warming cup of mulled wine. Nearby, you can explore the Made in Philadelphia Holiday Market, glide across the ice rink, or admire the municipal Christmas tree. Also, don't miss a spin on the festive carousel located in City Hall’s courtyard for a truly magical experience.
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Traditional Christmas Markets in the US to feel the holiday spirit
Traditional Christmas Markets in the US to feel the holiday spirit
Explore a festive blend of local and European gifts at these enchanting holiday markets
Written by
Jean G. Fowler
Jean G. Fowler
If you are looking for a place to fill up those stockings with gifts and knick-knacks while living the holiday spirit to its fullest in an all-traditional European-style Christmas Market, without having to leave the US and breaking your wallet with a plane ticket to Europe, worry no more. From Philadelphia to Denver, California, or Chicago, here are some options to make you feel festive and find one-of-a-kind gifts. The Christkindlmarket in Chicago is inspired by the 16th-century Christkindlesmarkt in Nuremberg, Germany, and brings the festive charm of a traditional European holiday market to the city's heart. Set at the Daley Plaza, dozens of wooden booths are adorned with twinkling lights, offering a cozy atmosphere amid the chill of winter. Visitors can enjoy a variety of German treats, from savory sausages to sweet pastries, along with steaming mugs of glühwein, available in both alcoholic and nonalcoholic options.
In addition to the Chicago market, a similar celebration is held in Aurora, Illinois, where both locations feature live music and a variety of family-friendly activities. Kids can take part in the Kinder Club, where they receive free passports filled with fun riddles that teach them about German culture and traditions. The markets are free to visit and are open from November 22 to December 24, 2024, making them a perfect seasonal outing for visitors of all ages. The Denver Christkindlmarket transforms Civic Center Park into a festive winter wonderland, offering a delightful mix of local and European food, drinks, and entertainment. Visitors can enjoy live music, lively polka performances, and browse through the iconic wooden market huts filled with unique gifts from Colorado and around the world. While shopping, sip on a warm cup of glühwein or a refreshing Bavarian-style beer. When it comes to food, don't miss out on a soft pretzel, knödel (boiled dumplings), roasted nuts, or an artisan s'more. The market is open daily from November 22 to December 23, 2024.
It's the most wonderful time of the year!
The Downtown Holiday Market in Washington, D.C. offers a charming holiday shopping experience just north of Dupont Circle Park. With over 30 local vendors, the market features a wide range of handmade goods, including jewelry, pottery, paintings, and textiles. It's an open-air marketplace where you can find unique gifts while enjoying the festive atmosphere and it’s open daily from November 22 to December 15, 2024. The Christmas Village in Philadelphia brings the authentic charm of a European Christmas market right to the heart of the city, making it one of the closest experiences to a traditional German holiday market in the U.S. Located at Love Park and City Hall, the market runs from November 23 to December 24, 2024. Over 100 vendors fill cozy wooden booths, offering a delightful array of goods, from edible treats and handcrafted ornaments to jewelry, sweets, and arts and crafts sourced from around the world.
As you wander through the market, enjoy a bratwurst—perfectly paired with a warming cup of mulled wine. Nearby, you can explore the Made in Philadelphia Holiday Market, glide across the ice rink, or admire the municipal Christmas tree. Also, don't miss a spin on the festive carousel located in City Hall’s courtyard for a truly magical experience.
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