Christkindl Markt GR

03/12/2026

We have only 10 booths available for the 2026 Christkindl Markt, plus a limited number of pop-up vendor booths! 🛍️

Already 75% full, we are looking for vendors offering unique holiday gifts like wooden toys, olive wood goods, leather items, maple products, felt goods, baking tools, luminaries, and more.

Be part of West Michigan’s largest holiday attraction. Visit our website for more details and to apply. 🎄✨

Apply Now: christkindlmarktgr.com/be-a-vendor

02/26/2026

Voting is open for the 11th Annual Best of the West Awards hosted by R***e West Michigan, and we need your support! 🏆✨

Help us nominate the Christkindl Markt for Best Annual Event/Party! Every year, this beloved holiday tradition brings together food, fun, and festive gifts, and we can’t wait to celebrate with you again in 2026. 🎄🎅🏼

🚨 Click here to vote now: revuewm.com/botw

02/05/2026

Applications are open to the public for the 2026 Christkindl Markt at the Downtown Market! 🎄✨

Inspired by traditional European Christmas Markets, the Christkindl Markt has become one of Grand Rapids' favorite holiday traditions and welcomes visitors from 49 of 50 states. We're inviting artisans, makers, and small businesses to be part of the magic with booths featuring gifts, décor, artisan foods, textiles, jewelry, ornaments, and more. A limited number of pop-up vendor spots are available for one to two weeks.🛍️

Don't wait, visit christkindlmarktgr.com/be-a-vendor to apply now.

12/30/2025

A final thank you to our 2025 Christkindl Markt media partners, WOOD TV8 and Star 105.7 (iHeartRadio)! ❤️🌟 We’re so grateful for all your support this season, it wouldn’t have been possible without you.

12/25/2025

Merry Christmas from all of us at the Christkindl Markt! We hope your day is filled with joy, laughter, and holiday cheer. Thank you for celebrating the season with us! 🎄❤️✨

12/24/2025

That’s a wrap on the 2025 Christkindl Markt! A huge thank you to everyone for coming out to enjoy and celebrate the season with us, to our incredible vendors, and to our hardworking Christkindl Markt staff. Our Christmas Village wouldn’t be possible without you. We can’t wait to see you again next year! ❤️🎄🎅🏼🎁

12/24/2025

12/24/2025

Thank you to AHC Hospitality for being a sponsor of the 2025 Christkindl Markt! This event wouldn’t be possible without the incredible support of our community sponsors.

12/23/2025

The sun is setting on a perfect day at the Christkindl Markt! Luckily, the twinkling lights are shining bright so that we can enjoy a few final hours of holiday magic. We're open until 7pm, see you soon! 🌟🎄

12/23/2025

Thank you to the Daniel and Pamella DeVos Foundation Foundation for sponsoring the 2025 Christkindl Markt! Your support helps us bring this magical holiday experience to life for everyone to enjoy.

12/23/2025

One of the best things about the Christkindl Markt is the incredible variety of delicious food. As we say goodbye to some seasonal favorites, we have to know, what dish are you coming to grab one last time today? 🍽️✨

Comment below and let us know what you’ll be missing until next year’s Christmas Market!🎅🏼