Chriskindl Market
America’s Most Authentic German Christmas Market!
FREE ADMISSION!
The German holiday tradition of the Christmas market is brought to Akron straight from our sister city of Chemnitz, Germany. More than 50 Chemnitz citizens are on hand to provide authentic German crafts, food, beverages and music! Handmade German Crafts!
- Candle Arches
- Smoking Men
- Woodcrafts
- Candles
- Laces
- Christmas Textiles
- Herrnhut Stars
- Beer Steins
- Ceramics
- Hand-Blown Glass Ornaments
- Pewter Ornaments & Wall Decorations
- Authentic German Cuisine!
- Delicious German Beer!
- Socks, Stockings and Leg Warmers
Chriskindl Hours of Operation (closed Mondays)
November 28
November 29 - December 21
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December 22 - December 30
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Use your Do Downtown Card to receive a 10% discount on merchandise at the Chriskindl Market and the Akron History Exhibit on Tuesdays from 11am – 6 pm. Visit the Lock 3 Information Desk or www.downtownakron.com to sign up for your free card.
The Hutzenstub
This large, heated area is reminiscent of the German tradition of having a place to gather with friends in the winter. Relax and enjoy authentic German fare and warm up before heading back outside. Open during regularly scheduled Chriskindl Market hours.
- Bratwurst (authentic German sausage)
- Sauerkraut
- Gluehwein (German mulled wine)
- Potato pancakes
- Soups and other one-pot meals
- Erzgebirge Stollen (oval-shaped cake seasoned with raisins, almonds & spices)
Special package pricing is available for groups of 20 or more. Visit the Lock 3 Information Desk or www.lock3live.com. Tuesday – Friday, 11 am – 2 pm, $5 Lunch Special
Arts & Crafts Demonstrations
View live demonstrations by German craftsmen. Glass painting, glass blowing and woodworking will be showcased daily outside the Lock 3 History Exhibit. Nov 28 – Dec 31.
Chriskindl Carousel
Take a ride on this delightful full-size carousel. A holiday treat for kids and adults alike! $1.00 a ride. All proceeds benefit Akron Children’s Hospital. Tickets available at Information Booth.
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