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Denver Christkindlmarket – Nov/Dec

Denver Christkindlmarket Shopping Booths
Shopping booths along the Denver Christkindlmarket.

Experience an Old World Christmas at the annual Denver Christkindlmarket. It’s downtown’s favorite free holiday celebration, back for another month of festivities and holiday crafts.

The market brings German and European flair to the Mile High City. Every year it opens up the Friday before Thanksgiving and lasts through Christmas Eve’s Eve. Back for its 25th season, the Christkindl Market runs from Friday to Tuesday, November 21st to December 23rd, 2025, in Downtown Denver at the Auraria Campus.

Denver Christkindlmarket a father walks with daughter on his shoulder
Strolling along the Denver Christkindlmarket.

The word Christkindl means “Christ-child” in German. Like Santa, Christkindl brings gifts to the children of the land in regions of German, Austria, and Europe. She’s fairy-like with blonde hair and a white gold dress. Her roots can be traced back to the protestant reformer Martin Luther.

You can hear her prologue during the Grand Opening Ceremony and possibly catch a glimpse of her wandering around the market on weekends.

German Christmas Market in Downtown Denver

Aerial View of the Denver Christkindlmarket Shopping Booths
Overlooking the Denver Christkindlmarket.

The Denver Christkindlmarket features live music, dancing, local and European craft vendors, and authentic fare. It’s organized by the German American Chamber of Commerce and the German Cultural Foundation. In addition to Christkindl, you’ll have a chance to see St. Nikolaus and Krampus.

The marketplace consists of cozy outdoor wooden huts and a heated Festival Hall to warm up and watch the live entertainment. Both Colorado and international merchants will be in attendance. Sip on Bavarian-style beers and European coffee during your stroll around. Hot snacks include Bavarian-style pretzels, freshly smoked salmon, and homemade Goulasch.

Additional entertainment is just steps away from the market. Right next door, you’ll find a seasonal outdoor skate rink that operates through February, weather permitting. It’s free to skate and only a few bucks for rentals.

Festival Highlights

Denver Christkindlmarket little girl looks at keychains
Shopping for souvenirs at the Denver Christkindlmarket.

Some of the favorite events include:

  • Artisan Marketplace
  • Authentic German Cuisine
  • Bier, Glühwein, Schnaps, Hot Chocolate
  • European Confections
  • Live Music
  • Kinder Wunderland

Children will love the Kinder Wunderland, with its variety of age-appropriate games and a s’more-making center. Buy non-alcoholic beverages in a special festival “kinder mug”, which happens to be penguin-themed. For 2022, a vendor by the name of Wise Elk will be featuring Ukrainian-made wooden children’s toys.

Sundays are the designated Family Days, full of entertainment for all ages inside the Festival Hall. Stop by for the book-reading sessions with the authors and anchors of Denver7.

Denver Christkindlmarket little girl hugs a princess
A princess embraces a child at the Denver Christkindlmarket.

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Christmas markets are a longstanding tradition in Germany and throughout Europe, dating back to the 14th century. Communities come together to enjoy the season with Christmas carols, hot spiced wine called Gluehwein, handmade decorations, and old-fashioned carousels. Traditionally, they open in late November and close on Christmas Eve. Attend Denver’s homage to this unique German culture.

Denver Christkindl Market German Food Sign
Denver Christkindl Market Ice Skating Rink
Denver Christkindl Market Craft Booths
Denver Christkindl Market Coffee Mugs Booth
Denver Christkindl Market Glass Ornaments
Denver Christkindl Market Booth Worker
Denver Christkindl Market Stars
Denver Christkindl Market Windmill Tower
Denver Christkindl Market German Pastries
Denver Christkindl Market Christmas Tree Ornaments
Denver Christkindl Market Table Cloths
Denver Christkindl Market Knick-Knacks
Denver Christkindl Market 16th Street Mall Lights
Denver Christkindl Market Holiday Tent
Denver Christkindl Market Christmas Candles
Denver Christkindl Market Night Crowd
Denver Christkindl Market Clocktower
Denver Christkindl Market Giant Pretzel Booth
Denver Christkindl Market Lights
Denver Christkindl Market Christmas Lollipops
Denver Christkindl Market Entrance
Denver Christkindl Market Clothing Booth
Denver Christkindl Market

Details

Address: Auraria Campus | 1201 5th St, Denver, CO 80204

Date: Friday – Tuesday, November 21 – December 23, 2025

Admission: Free

Website: christkindlmarketdenver.com

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