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
Community Choice | 2025 Platinum Sponsor and Photo Backdrop Sponsor
We’re pleased to have Community Choice as a member of our team as a Platinum Sponsor and Photo Backdrop Sponsor. At Community Choice, we UNbank. What the heck does that…
Des Moines Children’s Museum | #CDM2025 Nonprofit Partner
Christkindlmarket Des Moines is pleased to partner with Des Moines Children's Museum as a Nonprofit Partner this year. Des Moines Children's Museum and their team of volunteers will be serving…
Vision Leads | #CDM2025 Nonprofit Partner
Christkindlmarket Des Moines is pleased to partner with Vision Leads as a Nonprofit Partner this year. Vision Leads and their team of volunteers will be volunteering in several areas during…
Threshold Learning Center | #CDM2025 Nonprofit Partner
Christkindlmarket Des Moines is pleased to partner with Threshold Learning Center as a Nonprofit Partner this year. Threshold Learning Center and their team of volunteers will be serving Glühwein on…
Our Sponsors
Many thanks to our sponsors for their support of Christkindlmarket Des Moines. Be sure to visit their websites to learn more.
