Christkindlmarkt Bethlehem
Christkindlmarkt is a German-inspired holiday market that brings the atmosphere of a traditional European Christmas market to Bethlehem. Visitors can shop from dozens of artisan vendors offering unique gifts and handmade goods. The event also features festive treats, family activities, and seasonal charm.
What to Expect
German-inspired holiday market featuring dozens of artisan vendors and seasonal treats.
Event Details
Ages
All ages
Neighborhood
Downtown Bethlehem
Timed Entry
No
Organizer
ArtsQuest
Food & Drink
Festive treats are part of the market.
Local Insight & Ratings
Family Friendly
Best For
Families and holiday shoppers
Vibe
Festive and bustling
Energy Level
Moderate
Photo Friendly
Moderate
Weather Sensitivity
High
Location
Know Before You Go
- Tickets: ArtsQuest Members (Silver and up) receive free season admission with their membership. The page gives no general admission price. – Get tickets
- Parking: Free public parking is available adjacent to Christkindlmarkt. Follow signs and event staff to the nearest available lot. Campus parking is first-come, first-served. Bethlehem Parking Authority garages offer special all-day rates during Christkindlmarkt; Polk Street Garage is closest to the festival.
- Accessibility: Limited parking for persons with disabilities is available, and drop-offs and pick-ups are permitted on First Street in front of Willkommen Haus.
Tips & Advice
- Follow the signs and event staff to the nearest open lot when you arrive, because campus parking is free but first-come, first-served.
- If the lots are full, head to the Polk Street Garage across from SteelStacks, which is closest to the festival and has special all-day rates.
- If you plan several visits, look at an ArtsQuest Silver membership or higher, because it includes free admission for the whole season.
- Buy tickets ahead for An "Old Fashioned" Christmas on November 29, December 6 or December 13, because it is ticketed separately from the market.
- Guests with limited mobility can be dropped off and picked up on First St. in front of Willkommen Haus, close to the market.
Special Events & Promotions
- Christkindlmarkt Sip 'n Shop on December 19.
- An "Old Fashioned" Christmas, presented by EDRINGTON, on November 29, December 6 and December 13 (separate tickets).
- ArtsQuest Members at Silver level and up get free admission for the whole season.
Quick Actions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is there to do at the market?
You can shop dozens and dozens of artisan vendors and try festive treats, and there are family activities too. It's a German-inspired market modeled on a traditional European Christmas market.
Where should we park?
Free public parking sits right next to the market. Follow the signs and event staff to the nearest open lot, and note that campus parking is first-come, first-served. Bethlehem Parking Authority garages offer special all-day rates during the market, and the Polk Street Garage is the closest.
Is there drop-off for visitors with disabilities?
Yes. Visitors with disabilities can be dropped off and picked up on First St. in front of Willkommen Haus. There is also limited parking for persons with disabilities.
Are there any special ticketed events during the market?
Yes. Christkindlmarkt Sip 'n Shop is on December 19. An "Old Fashioned" Christmas, presented by EDRINGTON, runs on November 29, December 6 and December 13, with its own tickets.
Can I sell at the market as a vendor?
Vendor applications for 2026 are closed. Fill out the application request form to be told when the 2027 application opens.
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