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
CDM2025 Day 4 – 12/7 – Last day of the 1st weekend
Here are a few highlights for this year's festival. Check out the schedule below or head over to the full schedule (including all demonstration times). Nonprofit Tree Silent Auction in…
CDM2025 Day 3 – 12/6
Here are a few highlights for this year's festival. Check out the schedule below or head over to the full schedule (including all demonstration times). Nonprofit Tree Silent Auction in…
CDM2025 Day 2 – 12/5
Here are a few highlights for this year's festival. Check out the schedule below or head over to the full schedule (including all demonstration times). Nonprofit Tree Silent Auction in…
CDM2025 Day 1 – 12/4
Here are a few highlights for this year's festival. Check out the schedule below or head over to the full schedule (including all demonstration times). Nonprofit Tree Silent Auction in…
Our Sponsors
Many thanks to our sponsors for their support of Christkindlmarket Des Moines. Be sure to visit their websites to learn more.
