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Christkindlmarket
(Now Closed)Christmas Market
The Loop, Chicago
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Katie McCormickDecember 23, 2016Ate potato pancakes, mulled wine, & chocolate rum cake. Beautiful handmade Xmas gifts. It was crowded, but everyone was nice, polite, & just enjoying the experience. Just a note to bring cash.
The BratBus at Dearborn and Randolph has the best food. You have to try the Spatzle or German Mac and Cheese, as they're calling it. The currywurst is fantastic as well.
Steve FarrDecember 26, 2015It was great for the most part, except don't go the Sunday before Christmas because the crowds were insane!!! On a good note, be sure to get the pulled pork w/German Cole slaw (quite tasty!)
Gerald WilsonDecember 18, 2018Dont go on weekends or during prime hours - way too crowded to be enjoyable. Best things are raclette sandwiches at the Baked Cheese Shop, and the treats at St. Roger Abbey - both are must do's!- Bill TobinNovember 29, 2018Glue rib and bratwurst are terrific. The Christmas ornament selection is awesome. Watch out for Krampus
Useful tips;get here early,as in early in the week and early durning the day. Leave strollers at home! To bring a stroller in crowds this deep questions if you should've reproduced at all.
Jeiran HasanOctober 24, 2015Must visit during the Christmas season. Always in awe of the amazing handiwork. Food and spiced wine are delicious
If you can find curry wurst, get it. It's delicious and exactly what you think it is, wurst with curry sauce. With fries.
Emily SDecember 21, 2014Bratwurst & sauerkraut, potato pancakes, and Snowballs are all really good. Just come with lots of patience for long lines and overcrowded areas.
Suzanne EmeryDecember 14, 2018The crowds are insane. Go on a random week day mid-day if possible. And please, people, leave your strollers at home!!
Marco TillmannDecember 31, 2012For an Americanized version of a German tradition, there quite are a few authentic imports (such as Glühwein, Kartoffelpuffer (potato pancakes) and Käthe-Wohlfahrt booth).
I always visit the sweet house first and I buy my advent calendar and my favorite treat, one chocolate kiss, delicious.
DönerMen (of food truck fame) kiosk, booth 10, on Dearborn side just inside entrance by nativity scene has vegetarian sausage options including vegetarian Currywurst with fries.
Allison KaminskiOctober 16, 2015Must check out the Christmas tree and the mini beer/wine mugs!!! Great German food
Paul BrownDecember 8, 2016Yummy hot beverages, beer, and brats... amongst all the glass ornaments, cuckoo clocks, and chotchkies...
Peter MartinDecember 2, 2011The Gluehwine here has been a welcome to the holiday season tradition for our family for many years now. Always buy the glass icicle ornaments at the ornament house- Andrew FittNovember 24, 2012For almost 50 years the Official Chicago Christmas tree stood at Daley plaza until 2014, now moved to Millennium Park (Michigan & Washington)
Larisa GrollemondDecember 26, 2015Classic Christmas time event, check out the ornament house and don't leave without some mulled wine.
Melissa EDecember 31, 2014Try to go on an off hour because it gets so crowded. Also be sure to bring cash since many places don't accept cards.
Melissa E.December 15, 2013Love visiting this market but be ready for the crowds. Be patient and know you aren't getting anywhere fast.
Melody LeggeJanuary 2, 2016The layout of this place is horrible for lines and trying to get around. People tend to be rude when walking around. Overpriced goods. Fun to get in the mood when it's slow, when it's busy not so much
Brian CDecember 5, 2013Go during the week, just before lunch and you'll miss the major crowds and actually be able to walk around.
Andy RDecember 26, 2016I loved this event. It's my first time but I recommend. It's funny and good for family.- Andrew LongoriaDecember 1, 2014Must do for any Christmas in Chicago. Glögg wine in souvenir boot, roasted nuts, potato pancakes...
Jake SmithDecember 13, 2012German food and Christmas: what more could you ask for? I think the atmosphere is better at night, but it is also more crowded.
Ryan WallaceJune 11, 2012A "Traditional German American Holiday Market" takes place from Thanksgiving to Christmas and is organized by German American Services, Inc., which also organizes Germany's Best & Oktoberfest.
Iolantik SnetDecember 1, 2013Amazing Christmas spirit. Don't forget cash, if do they have an ATM around. Sweet castle is a great stop
Laurie RamirezDecember 8, 2016Been here on the 4th and I plan to go back, love this place we come every year with the kids- Get apple cider or glühwein for your own souvenir shoe mug!
LydiaDecember 24, 2014Everything is good but you better be hurry tomorrow is the last day. You'll need to wait till next year
Jonathan TeeterDecember 6, 2012I get the crepes every other day at crepes paname from Paris! The turkey pesto is awesome!
John HankusJanuary 9, 2015Nice but super crowded as opposed to previous years. Food is OK but overpriced. Getting a giant pretzel is a must. Swing by the cheese stand for some yummy samples.
Everything is delicious! Grab a table inside heated tents. Bought great koala hat at the ecuador stands and have been getting plenty of compliments.
Gabriel SilvaDecember 25, 2015Very crowded, but you can still get exquisite authentic German food and knick-knacks.
My favorite food at Christkindlmarket is Döner Kebab and Curry Fries from DönerMen.
Dinkel's hot chocolate is the best! Real milk and melted chocolate. Don't forget to tip!
Go on a weekday during the day if you can't handle huge crowds.
Alexander DunnDecember 20, 2018This place was packed and the food and drink overpriced, but it was a near experience.
Morgan MillerDecember 13, 2011A must stop for the holidays in Chicago. Ornaments, authentic foods, pictures with Santa and mulled wine in a boot.
Doug McCulloughDecember 16, 2014Great shopping place and hang out with friends during Christmas season.
Mamas don't bring your strollers. Have your little ones walk or wear them. Lots of booths don't allow you in with them.
NiCkNovember 21, 2012The Goulash is amazing here. Still not as great as Hungarian, but still amazing.
Anything dipped in fine German dough and deep fried is good. Try the Apple Slices near the Christmas tree. The Pils isn't bad either.
Ashley GalanteDecember 23, 2013Where you go to drink spiced wine and hear people bitch about how crowded it is! Happy holidays!
Brian PopeDecember 15, 2011Kathe Wohlfahrt has great Christmas ornaments. Must try potato pancakes...and get the gluhwein boot as well!
autumn NgDecember 12, 2013go experience typical German Christmas Time by ordering Gluhwein :) i missed the "Punsch" tho
There's a heated tent in which to enjoy your food and drink. They'll ring the big bell when you tip them at several of the food vendors.
Anastasia BeaverhausenNovember 28, 2011Try the soljanka, a spicy and sour soup. Rich, warm and filling - perfect winter fare.
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The Christkindlmarket Chicago brings a cherished German and European tradition with international flair and local charm to Chicago. The unique shopping experience, typical German food and drinks, as well as diverse holiday entertainment makes it a preferred and popular destination. Admission is FREE
(312) 494-2175
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