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 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!
Our Latest Blog Posts
CDM 2026 Nonprofit Tree Silent Auction Application
April 15 marks the opening of our Nonprofit Tree Silent Auction Application. We invite Iowa nonprofits to fill out our application to secure one of twelve trees available to decorate…
Iowa State Bank | 2026 Annual Hut Sponsor
We’re excited to announce Iowa State Bank’s support of Christkindlmarket Des Moines 2026 as an Annual Hut Sponsor for both weekends. Iowa State Bank is proud to have celebrated 85…
Siegwerk USA | 2026 Weihnachtswald Sponsor
We’re pleased to announce Siegwerk USA as the Weihnachtswald Sponsor of Christkindlmarket Des Moines 2026. Siegwerk was founded in Siegburg, Germany in 1830 as a retailer of manufactured goods. The…
Christkindlmarket Des Moines Nonprofit Partnership Program (NPP)
Are you looking for a fundraiser for your nonprofit? Join the Nonprofit Partnership Program (NPP) at Christkindlmarket Des Moines. Anyone handling alcohol will need to complete online I-PACT (Iowa –…
Our Sponsors
Many thanks to our sponsors for their support of Christkindlmarket Des Moines. Be sure to visit their websites to learn more.
