Chicago’s 2021 Christkindlmarket in Two Locations

Here's What to Know. The 25th annual Chicago Christkindlmarket will return in-person this year, with two locations, both opening Friday. Admission to both markets is free.

The holiday markets feature traditional German and European live music, shopping, and food and drinks, including stuffed gourmet pretzels, spiced wine, schnitzel, Belgian hot chocolate, and more. For a sit-down meal, you can reserve an alpine-themed Stammtisch table in the heated Timber Haus for up to 8 people for 90 minutes at the downtown Chicago location.

This year, the souvenir mug design is a boot shape. It's accompanied by a dark emerald green color to match the logo and a Chicago skyline. The Peppermint the Penguin mug is also back for the market's 25th anniversary this winter. More info, pictures, and pre-ordering: http://christkindlmarket.com/shop

The Christkindlmarket's first location, in downtown Chicago at the Daley Plaza, 50 W. Washington Street, will be open Nov. 19 through Dec. 24. The market's second location, at Gallagher Way in Wrigleyville, at 3635 N. Clark Street, opens Nov. 19 and runs through Dec. 31.

Downtown Chicago Christkindlmarket hours:

• Nov. 19 - Dec. 24
• Sundays – Thursdays: 11 a.m. – 8 p.m.
• Fridays – Saturdays: 11 a.m. – 10 p.m.
• Thanksgiving and Christmas Eve holiday hours: 11 a.m. - 4 p.m.
• Closed on Christmas Day

Wrigleyville Christkindlmarket hours:

• Nov. 19 - Dec. 31
• Saturday, Nov. 20: 4pm – 10pm
• Mondays – Thursdays: 3 p.m. – 9 p.m.
• Fridays – Saturdays: 11 a.m. – 10 p.m.
• Sundays: 11 a.m. – 7 p.m.
• Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve and New Year's Eve holiday hours: 11 a.m. - 4 p.m.
• Closed on Christmas Day

The Christkindlmarket Chicago is the most authentic traditional holiday market of its kind outside of Europe, offering a unique shopping experience, family-friendly events & intercultural activities.

Note: The Christkindlmarket's number one priority is the safety and health of all market visitors, vendors, and staff. Review the Health and safety policy by clicking here: https://www.christkindlmarket.com/health-and-safety/