Cincinnati Christkindlmarkt

Celebrate the holiday season at the German-American Cincinnati Christkindlmarkt in downtown Cincy!

This festive, family-friendly market, located beside the Cincinnati Lager House on the Schmidlapp Event Lawn and Stage in Smale Riverfront Park, next to The Banks, brings a magical, holiday-themed experience. Enjoy food, drinks, unique merchandise, dazzling holiday lights, choruses, themed character visits, an ice rink, an Igloo boardwalk and live musical entertainment — all blending a European charm with a distinctly Cincy flair.

Don’t miss this festive celebration — bring your family and friends to make unforgettable holiday memories at the Cincinnati Christkindlmarkt!

Regular Hours:

Thursday and Friday: 5-9 p.m.

Saturday: 3–9 p.m.

Sunday: 3–7 p.m.

Special Hours:

Saturday, Nov. 20, US Steinholding National Championships: Noon-9 p.m.

Sunday, Nov. 21, German American Citizens League German Day: Noon-7 p.m.

Day After Thanksgiving (Black Friday): 3-9 p.m.

Sunday, Dec. 13, Bengals Home Game: Noon-4 p.m.

Special Holiday Hours

Christmas Week:

Monday, Dec. 21: 3–9 p.m.

Tuesday, Dec. 22: 3–9 p.m.

Tuesday, Dec. 23: 3–9 p.m.

Wednesday, Dec. 24: 3–7 p.m. (Christmas Eve)