Christkindlmarket
Des Moines
Why Visit Christkindlmarket Des Moines?
Culture
Learn about European culture through this 700 year old holiday tradition!
Food
Enjoy bratwurst, candied nuts and authentic German foods.
Kid (and Pet) - Friendly
Visit the KinderKorner where your kids can hear stories, sing songs, and participate in other cultural activities.
Shopping
Select from old-world, artisinal, hand-crafted products representing various European cultures.
Entertainment
Nowhere in our State will you experience such a diverse artistic offering on our entertainment stage.
Glühwein
Christmas markets aren't the same without warm, mulled-wine enjoyed out of a commemorative, keepsake mug!
What Our Community is Saying
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Our Latest Blog Posts
GreenState Credit Union | 2025 Hut Sponsor
We’re pleased to have GreenState Credit Union as a Hut Sponsor of Christkindlmarket Des Moines 2025. Organized in 1938, GreenState has grown to be Iowa’s largest credit union and one…
Lamberti, Murphy & Strong, P.C. | 2025 Gold Sponsor
Many thanks to the Lamberti, Murphy & Strong, P.C. law firm in Ankeny for their support of Christkindlmarket Des Moines 2025. LGL values being a part of their community and…
Hessen Haus | 2025 Annual Hut Sponsor
We’re pleased to include Hessen Haus among our family of 2025 sponsors as an Annual Hut Sponsor! The Hessen Haus perfectly recreates the authentic atmosphere of an old-world German bier…
Gilcrest/Jewett Lumber Co | 2025 Bronze Sponsor
Ever wonder how those cute wooden vendor huts arrive at Principal Park? Special thanks to the team at Gilcrest/Jewett Lumber Company‘s Waukee location for transporting our huts to the venue…
Our Sponsors
Many thanks to our sponsors for their support of Christkindlmarket Des Moines. Be sure to visit their websites to learn more.
