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Denver Christkindlmarket Shopping Booths
Shopping booths along the Denver Christkindlmarket.

Denver Christkindlmarket – Nov/Dec

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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 flare to the Mile High City. Every year it opens up the Friday before Thanksgiving and lasts thru Christmas Eve’s Eve. This 22nd year, the Christkindl Market runs from Friday to Friday, November 18th to December 23rd, 2022ย in Downtown Denver at Civic Center Park, across from the capital building. It’s found on the corner of Broadway and Colfax.

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

The word Christkindl means โ€œChrist-childโ€ 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 in Civic Center Park.

The Denver Christkindlmarket features live music, dancing, local and European craft vendors, as well as 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.

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

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 for 2022 include:

  • Artisan Marketplace
  • Authentic German Cuisine
  • Bier, Glรผhwein, 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 Urkaine-made wooden children’s toys.

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

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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.

German specialty food. Photo: Aranami
Free ice skating rink. Photo: Paul Iwancio
Craft booths. Photo: Paul Iwancio
Coffee mug booth. Photo: Paul Iwancio
Glass ornaments. Photo: Paul Iwancio
Booth worker. Photo: Paul Iwancio
Stars. Photo: Paul Iwancio
Windmill tower. Photo: Paul Iwancio
German pastries. Photo: Paul Iwancio
Christmas ornaments. Photo: Paul Iwancio
Table cloths. Photo: Paul Iwancio
Christmas knick-knacks. Photo: Paul Iwancio
16th Street Mall. Photo: Paul Iwancio
Holiday Tent. Photo: Paul Iwancio
Holiday candles. Photo: Paul Iwancio
Crowd at night. Photo: Robot Brainz
Clocktower. Photo: Paul Iwancio
Giant pretzels. Photo: Paul Iwancio
Holiday lights. Photo: Aranami
Christmas lollipops. Photo: Aranami
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Clothing booth. Photo: Paul Iwancio
Denver Christkindl Market at its former location.

Details

Address: Civic Center Park | 101 14th Ave, Denver, CO 80204

Date: Friday – Wednesday | November 18 – December 23, 2022

Hours: November 18 โ€“ December 23, 2022

  • Sunday โ€“ Wednesday: 11 am โ€“ 7 pm
  • Thursday โ€“ Saturday: 11 am โ€“ 9 pm

โ€‹Festival Hall Hours:

  • Thursday – Saturday: open until 10pm

Exceptions:

  • Thanksgiving, November 24: 11 am โ€“ 4 pm
  • Final Week, December 15 โ€“ December 23: 11 am โ€“ 9pm
  • Festival Hall: open until 10pm

Website: christkindlmarketdenver.com

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