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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 company capitalized on its expertise in printing obtained from the “Kattunfabrik”, a fabric print shop, and progressed to become one of the top international manufacturers of printing inks and coatings. Globally, Siegwerk employs over 5,000 people in 30 countries.

Siegwerk plays an important role in packaging, as we use color to bring products to life for our customers. Every day people come across Siegwerk inks no matter where they are, including walking down the grocery aisle where there are many offerings of examples including confectionery packaging, beverage bottles or food pouches.

Des Moines is the home of Siegwerk’s U.S. headquarters and is proud to sponsor this event, as having strong roots from Germany, and celebrating over 200 years in business. We love seeing the European culture come to life in our city.

BySuzanne Hull

Christkindlmarket Des Moines Nonprofit Partnership Program (NPP)

2026 NPP: Vendor Hut Set Up

2026 NPP: Operations Set Up

Monday, November 30th, 2026	Tuesday, December 1st, 2026
	Center for Creative Justice
Wednesday, December 2nd, 2026
Center for Creative Justice

2026 NPP: An der Weihnachtsecke
(At the Christmas Corner, CDM Store)

2026 NPP: Brat Hut

2026 NPP: Glühwein & Kinderpunsch Tent

Friday, December 11th, 2026
Des Moines Children’s Museum	LPGA Amateurs Des Moines

Sunday, December 13th, 2026

2026 NPP: Glühwein Hut

2026 NPP: Vendor Hut Tear Down

Monday, December 14th, 2026

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 – Program for Alcohol Compliance) Training. https://abd.iowa.gov/education/i-pact

Please direct questions and interest in our NPP program to Suzanne Hull, christkindlmarketdsm@gmail.com or 515-250-6366

APPLICATION PROCESS. Nonprofits interested in participating in this year’s Festival must submit this online Application along with required materials within the following timeline:

March 1, 2026: IECC will publish the Application and NPP Guide on the CDM website at https://christkindlmarketdsm.com/community-engagement/christkindlmarket-des-moines-nonprofit-partnership-program-npp/
July 1, 2026, at midnight: Deadline for Nonprofits to submit the Application which includes Certificate of Insurance OR Waiver of Liability and logo.
Rolling: IECC notifies Nonprofits on the status of their Applications (i.e., accepted, waitlisted, or denied) and sends Nonprofits who have been accepted to participate in the Festival the Agreement and Credit Card Authorization Form.
Within 2 Weeks of the Agreement Effective Date Nonprofit must sign and return the Agreement and return a completed Credit Card Authorization Form. After this date, IECC may terminate the Agreement.

Testimonials

I look forward to Des Moines Children’s Museum participating in Christkindlmarket every year because it is so much fun and a great activity to bring our board closer. Working with another nonprofit and talking to others partnering has been enjoyable even as we stomp our feet staying warm.

Christkindlmarket is a fabulous way for nonprofits to connect with one another and the community while also promoting cultural awareness and local cottage industries! They are great to work with and full of caring for the community! Rev. Amy Johnson, New Hope United Methodist Church, Des Moines

Learn More and Apply

Read the NPP Guide

BySuzanne Hull

Bravo Greater Des Moines Operating Support Grant Recipient – 2026

The organizers of Christkindlmarket Des Moines are pleased to announce the receipt of a Bravo Greater Des Moines Operating Support Grant. These funds will be used to support the operational expenses of the Iowa European Cultural Connection, the nonprofit that produces Christkindlmarket Des Moines.

Bravo Greater Des Moines leverages community resources to maximize the impact of arts, culture and heritage to advance regional priorities. Since 2006, Bravo has awarded more than 1,200 grants to 100+ arts, culture and heritage organizations and programs, with total funding exceeding $55 million. Bravo is almost entirely funded through Hotel/Motel taxes.

BySuzanne Hull

CDM2025 Day 8 – 12/14 – Last day!

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).

Last Day to pick up all your favorite Christkindlmarket Des Moines goodies!

Make sure and stop by the festival to pick up all your favorite items before it’s too late!

Click Here for the
Full Schedule

Sunday, December 14th – Schedule
11 am – Festival Opens
11 am – 11:15 am – Demo: Dragonflies and Cards
11 am – 1 pm – Yuletide Hall: Betruken Messing
11:30 am – 11:45 am – Demo: Twisted Sunset Sisters Fiber Mill
1 pm – 1:30 pm – Yuletide Hall: Foy School of Irish Dance
1 pm – 1:30 pm – Demo: Nymph in the Woods
2 pm – 4 pm – St Nick & Christkind visit CDM
2 pm – 5 pm – Yuletide Hall: Waxies Dargle
2:15 pm – 2:30 pm – Demo: Indianola Glass Creations
3:15 pm – 3:45 pm – Demo: Quilted Gardens Nursery
4 pm – 4:15 pm – Demo: Dakota Tinworks
5 pm – Festival Closes

Get your photo taken with St. Nick and the Christkind

Saturday, December 13th: 2pm – 4pm
Sunday, December 14th: 2pm – 4pm

Volunteer at
Christkindlmarket Des Moines

There are so many different opportunities still available! Including festival and hut tear down!

Kinderkorner presented by MidAmerican Energy Foundation

11am – 5pm
Activity: Flag Voting with Stickers
Craft: Paper Chain
Activity: Passport
Activity: Photo backdrop
Craft: Coloring pages

Meet Our #CDM2025 Vendors!

Food & Beverage Vendors

Gift & Specialty Items Vendors

CDM2025 Yuletide Hall Performers

2nd weekend ONLY vendors

These vendors will only be at Christkindlmarket Des Moines during the second weekend:

Good Moon Pottery
Rosemaled Creations by Maren
Beans & Beignets

BySuzanne Hull

CDM2025 Day 7 – 12/13

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).

Breakfast with St Nick

Saturday, December 13, 2025, 10:30am – 11:30am

Stop by to get your picture taken with St. Nick and grab a make and take children’s activity.

Click Here for the
Full Schedule

Saturday, December 13th – Schedule
10:30 – 11:30 – Breakfast with St. Nick
11 am – Festival Opens
11 am – 11:15 am – Demo: Dragonflies and Cards
11:30 am – 1:30 pm – Yuletide Hall: Metro Brass Quintet
1 pm – 1:15 pm – Demo: Twisted Sunset Sisters Fiber Mill
2 pm – 2:30 pm – Yuletide Hall: Heartland Youth Choir
2 pm – 4 pm – St Nick & Christkind visit CDM
3 pm – 3:30 pm – Demo: Nymph in the Woods
3 pm – 4 pm – Yuletide Hall: Des Moines Festival Brass
3:45 pm – 4 pm – Demo: Indianola Glass Creations
4 pm – 4:30 pm – Yuletide Hall: Wagner Summer Theater Youth Vocal Group
5 pm – 5:30 pm – Yuletide Hall: Greater Des Moines Flute Choir
5:30 pm – 6:30 pm – Strolling: Top Hat Carolers
6 pm – 6:15 pm – Demo: Dakota Tinworks
6 pm – 9 pm – Yuletide Hall: The Schnitzel Brothers Bier Band
8 pm – 8:30 pm – Demo: Quilted Gardens Nursery
9 pm – Festival Closes

Get your photo taken with St. Nick and the Christkind

Saturday, December 13th: 2pm – 4pm
Sunday, December 14th: 2pm – 4pm

Volunteer at
Christkindlmarket Des Moines

There are so many different opportunities still available!