Fargo-Moorhead is gearing up to celebrate the holiday season with the return of Christkindlmarkt, presented by Folkways. This beloved holiday event will take place over two weekends, from November 17th to 19th and November 24th to 26th, at the Fargo Civic Center. The venue will be transformed into a winter wonderland offering a variety of live performances, family-friendly activities, artisanal gifts, and holiday magic. You can buy admission tickets for just $5 at the door or purchase them in advance at Drekker Brewing to skip the line and enjoy unlimited access throughout both weekends. Children 17 and under can enter for free.
Experience the full festive spirit of Christmas at Christkindlmarkt. Enjoy live musical performances by renowned musicians like The Crop Dusters, Poitin, Kathie Brekke & the 42nd Street Jazz Band, and more. Indulge in seasonal food offerings such as specialty grilled cheese sandwiches from Hot Off the Press food truck, German brats from The Hotdog Peddler, and Swedish Meatballs and Beer Cheese Soup from Brew Catering. Additionally, you can shop for unique gifts at the Gift Market with local vendors. Discover holiday cards and curated books and gifts from More Than Words and seasonal artwork and ornaments from See Lang Designs. Step into the Civic Center arena where you’ll find the Bier Hall with exclusive beers and hot beverages created just for Christkindlmakrt by Drekker Brewing Company.
During your visit, keep an eye out for various characters that will roam around the area, including dancers from the FM Ballet, Elf on the Shelf, and other popular holiday figures. They will add a magical touch to your experience. Make sure to check out the Gourmet S’mores bar, where you can create your own s’mores kits with additional treats such as Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups and Ghirardelli chocolates. Afterwards, step outside to roast your marshmallows over our outdoor fires.
Santa Claus is coming to town not once, but twice! You can stop by for a picture with Santa on both Sunday, November 19th, and Sunday, November 26th, from 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM. This is the perfect opportunity to share your holiday wishes and capture some magical moments with the jolliest man in red.
Events like this come to life through the generous support of our sponsors, the dedication of our volunteers, and the active involvement of our community members. If you’re interested in being a part of the magic, check out these ways you can support Christkindlmarkt:
- Volunteer: Be part of the magic! Christkindlmarkt is made possible by dedicated community members like you. Join us as a volunteer and make a difference. Click here!
- Purchase a Christkindlmarkt event item: Grab yourself a s’more kit to roast at the fire pits, a commemorative mug filled with something delicious or a Fargo ornament made specialty for this event. All proceeds from these items support the event for years to come.
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