Christkindlmarket Des Moines 2026 is fast approaching and we have eight nonprofit “angel” organizations (5 returning and 3 new ones!) preparing decorations and designs to electrify and entrance those who visit the Weihnachtswald, Christmas Forest.
Each “Angel” organization has been featured in the lead up to CDM 2026, and we want to share with you what each nonprofit has in store for your viewing pleasure.
Click here to learn about how to bid on these trees.
The Silent Auction will begin the first day of the market, Thursday, December 3rd at 5pm and conclude Sunday, December 6th at 5pm. Winning bidders will be notified via our text-to-bid platform and all trees will be wrapped and ready for pick up between 5:30pm and 7:30 pm Sunday evening.
Click on the Item # below to see their tree and bid!
Click on the organization below to learn more about the organization.
Item presented by Daughters of Norway:
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Item presented by New Hope United Methodist Church:
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Item presented by Danish Brotherhood Lodge #15:
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Item presented by Project Iowa:
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Item presented by Self-Help International:
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Item presented by Center for Creative Justice: Hope in Every Sparkle
Tree description: CCJ’s hope- and justice-themed tree uses a winter-inspired color palette of deep and icy blues, snowy white, glittering silver, and touches of crystal to symbolize hope, compassion, courage, determination, and the pursuit of justice. Meaningful statement ornaments add a personal touch that celebrates belonging, connection, and community, creating a tree that reflects CCJ’s commitment to hope and justice for all.
Item presented by Sons of Norway:
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Item presented by Lutheran Services in Iowa:
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