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Everything I ate, drank and saw at Christkindlmarket 2024
'Tis the season for glühwein and raclette!
Looking for a heavy dose of holiday cheer? You won't find many better Christmas events than Chicago's annual Christkindlmarket, which bring German-style Christmas bazaars—complete with gift vendors, food stalls and plenty of spiced glühwein—to Daley Plaza and Aurora just in time for the holiday season. Scroll through for all the details you need to know about this year's markets and prepare yourself for the abundance of schnitzel, glass ornaments and mulled wine (served in a souvenir boot mug, of course) still to come this year.
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When is Christkindlmarket Chicago?
Both the Daley Plaza and Aurora editions of Christkindlmarket open on Friday, November 22, and will remain open through December 24. Both markets are open seven days a week, though hours vary. Christkindlmarket will not return to Wrigleyville this year.
Where is Christkindlmarket Chicago?
The Christkindlmarket in the Loop will take up residence in its usual location in Daley Plaza, while the Aurora edition will take over RiverEdge Park.
What are Christkindlmarket Chicago's opening times?
The Chicago market is open Sunday through Thursday from 11am to 8pm, and Friday through Saturday from 11am to 9pm. It will be open on Thanksgiving and Christmas Eve from 11am to 4pm.
The Aurora market is open Thursday from 11am to 7pm, Friday through Saturday from 11am to 9pm, and Sunday from 11am to 6pm. It will be open on Thanksgiving and Christmas Eve from 11am to 4pm, and from 11am to 7pm between December 16-18 and on December 23.
How much do Christkindlmarket Chicago tickets cost?
Admission to both Christkindlmarkets is free and prices for food, beverages and gifts vary based on the vendor and location.
