2023 Christkindlmarket Des Moines Christkind Application
Welcome! We appreciate your interest in applying to be the 2023 Christkind at Christkindlmarket Des Moines (CDM) taking place Nov 30 – Dec 3, 2023 at Principal Park. Please complete this application PRIOR to your interview. You will receive a confirmation email with additional details upon successful application submission. We are pleased to offer a $300 scholarship to this year’s Christkind. Learn more about the Christkind and its history.
IMPORTANT DATES:
• Application Deadline: October 1, 2023
• Interviews Held: Week of October 7, 2023
• 2023 Christkind Announcement: October 15, 2023
Click here to complete this official online application
Note: CDM will provide the costume, wig and accessories; Christkind can wear their own shoes.
To be eligible to be the 2023 Christkind, all of the following criteria must be met:
• Must be at least 16 years of age by December 31, 2023, and no more than 22 years of age before January 5, 2024
• A resident of Iowa (or attending an Iowa-based school/university) able to provide verification of residence and/or enrollment
• A student in high school or enrolled as a full-time student (minimum 12 units) in any accredited school or college in Iowa
• Possess at least a 2.0 grade point average in both the current and previous years’ course work and able to provide verification
• Available to participate in-person or via video during scheduled interview
• Must be able to memorize and recite opening ceremony proclamation in front of 200 people without visual or auditory aid
• Must enjoy working with others and talking with the public, including children of all ages
• Must be able to provide own transportation to and from appearances
• Available to attend the following functions/appearances as the 2023 Christkind
5:30pm – 7:30pm, December 1, 2023 | Opening Ceremony
2pm – 4pm, December 2, 2023 | CDM appearance
2pm – 4pm, December 3, 2023 | CDM appearance
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