Celebrating our 20th anniversary 

A Christmas Experience

Inspired by the traditional German, open-air Christmas markets, Christkindlsmarkt brings a cherished German tradition with local charm and a festive holiday atmosphere to Waconia, Minnesota. 

The festival features German holiday foods, decorations, gifts, and entertainment for the entire family. It is the family event of the season and free and open to the public.

Schedule:

Noon – 7:00 pm: Festival open — “Shop, eat and be merry!” 

Noon: Grand Opening Program — led by the Christkind Angel and Saint Nicolas. 

Noon: Christkindlmarkt opens — Christkind announces proclamation to open the market. 

Noon – 7:00 pm: KinderWorld Stage open (with Saint Nicolas, storytelling, balloon artist) 

4:00 pm: Sing-Along. 

5:00 pm – 7:00 pm: Storytelling. 

6:00 pm – 7:00 pm: Open mic.