1 Line Drive
Des Moines, IA 50309
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 European 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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Carissa Stout
Suzanne Hull
Our Latest Blog Posts
Daughters of Norway – CDM 2026 Nonprofit Tree Silent Auction Participant
Daughters of Norway's tree theme is: 250th Celebration of America: We will be following the 250th Celebration of America. We, Norwegians have started coming 150 years ago. The tree will…
New Hope United Methodist Church – CDM 2026 Nonprofit Tree Silent Auction Participant
New Hope United Methodist Church's tree theme is: Tree of Life: Bringing New Hope to our community means bringing new life, as well. Our congregation engages in life-giving ministries that…
Self-Help International – CDM 2026 Nonprofit Tree Silent Auction Participant
Self-Help International's tree theme is: Colors of Ghana Since 1989, Self-Help International has worked in Ghana, West Africa, to alleviate hunger by helping people help themselves. That work continues today, supported…
Garland for Sale – After Christkindlmarket Des Moines 2026
Help us find a second home for the hundreds of feet of live fraser fir garland used at Christkindlmarket Des Moines. Receive 25' of garland for $40. Your garland will…
Our Sponsors
Many thanks to our sponsors for their support of Christkindlmarket Des Moines. Be sure to visit their websites to learn more.
