Join us as we kick off the 2025 Carmel Christkindlmarkt with our Opening Bell Ceremony on Saturday, November 22nd!

Tree Lighting Ceremony 

November 22, 6:00 p.m. to 6:45 p.m.

Join us for a heartwarming evening as we celebrate the German tradition of Sankt Martinstag with a new interactive Storytime experience inside the cozy Spielhaus!

Sing in the Season at the 2025 Christkind ChoralFest!
Choirs of all ages are invited to share in the magic of the Market during this special holiday tradition. Each group will have the opportunity to perform for 15 minutes on our Main Stage for all Christkindlmarkt guests to enjoy.

Bring your voices, your holiday spirit, and be part of the enchantment!

Experience a beloved German tradition as Sankt Nikolaus and his companion Knecht Ruprecht arrive at the Carmel Christkindlmarkt!

Celebrate the season with a joyful German holiday sing-along—no German language experience required! All are welcome to join in the fun as we sing traditional carols together.

After the music, take part in our ornament exchange! Bring a wrapped ornament valued between $5–$10, place it in the exchange, and pick a new one to take home.

Get ready for wintertime fun at the 5th annual Glühwein Gallop 5k Run/Walk! This event starts at 9:00 a.m., and the race begins and ends at the Carmel Christkindlmarkt. Wear your wackiest costume and enjoy a complimentary hot chocolate, beer (21+), or Glühwein (21+) after the race. Learn more about the Glühwein Gallop here. 

This special day at the Market honors active and retired military members. Please join us at 12 p.m. for a ceremony in the Winter Pavilion that will celebrate members of the military.