Old World Christmas Market
Inspired by traditional European markets, this celebration brings together local handcrafted goods, entertainment, and activities for visitors of all ages. Guests can browse vendor booths and tour the museum's galleries throughout the weekend. Refreshments include Czech and Slovak culinary specialties, holiday drinks, wine, and beer.
What to Expect
European-inspired holiday market with crafts, entertainment, and museum gallery admission.
Event Details
Ages
All ages
Neighborhood
Czech Village
Timed Entry
No
Organizer
National Czech & Slovak Museum & Library
Food & Drink
Czech and Slovak food is available to order at Culinary Tastes; beverages for purchase include pop, holiday specials, wine, and beer.
Local Insight & Ratings
Family Friendly
Best For
Holiday shoppers and visitors interested in czech and slovak culture
Vibe
Festive and cultural
Energy Level
Moderate
Budget
Free
Photo Friendly
Moderate
Weather Sensitivity
Moderate
Location
Know Before You Go
- Tickets: Free admission for the entire weekend, including admission to NCSML galleries. Beverages and Czech and Slovak food are available for purchase.
- Parking: Free underground parking is open throughout the market. Additional parking is available in a side lot, two larger lots, and public lots throughout Czech Village.
- Accessibility: Ramps are located outside at the front of the building, with elevator access and designated handicap parking available in the underground parking garage.
Tips & Advice
- Use the free underground garage, entered off 15th Ave through an automatic door, which also has designated handicap spots and elevator access to the museum.
- Leave time to walk through the NCSML galleries, since admission to them is free throughout the market weekend.
- Head to Culinary Tastes for Czech and Slovak food, and pick up a holiday special, wine or beer while you browse the vendors.
- Try the larger lots off Inspiration Pl across from the clocktower, or the public lots off 15th and 17th Ave, if you need other parking.
- Vendors who want a booth should submit their application by November 7, 2026, and volunteers can sign up by phone or online form.
Special Events & Promotions
- Free admission to the NCSML galleries all market weekend
Quick Actions
Frequently Asked Questions
Can we visit the museum galleries too?
Yes. Admission to the NCSML galleries is free all market weekend.
Where do I park?
The underground garage is free and open throughout the market. Its entrance is off 15th Ave, where an automatic door opens for you. There's also a side lot next door, two larger lots off Inspiration Pl and behind the Soko building, and public lots around Czech Village.
Is the museum accessible?
Yes. There are ramps at the front of the building and in the parking garage, an elevator from the garage, and designated handicap spots in the underground garage.
What food and drinks are there?
You can buy pop, holiday specials, wine and beer. Czech and Slovak food is sold at Culinary Tastes.
How can I become a vendor or volunteer?
Vendors apply through the online application by November 7, 2026. Volunteers can call the museum or fill out the volunteer form.
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