Cumberland Weihnachtsmarkt
Cumberland closes US 40 to host an annual German winter market paying homage to the town's early settlers. Visitors can browse handcrafted gifts from artisan booths, sample traditional food and beer, and enjoy live musical and dance performances. Family activities include reindeer games, face painting, and visits with St. Nick and live reindeer at the Gap Meeting House.
What to Expect
German winter market with artisan vendors, traditional food, and St. Nick.
Event Details
Ages
All ages
Neighborhood
Historic Cumberland
Timed Entry
No
Organizer
Town of Cumberland
Food & Drink
The market offers German and holiday favorite foods, drinks, and alcohol, including beer.
Local Insight & Ratings
Family Friendly
Best For
Families with young children and holiday shoppers
Vibe
Festive and traditional
Energy Level
Moderate
Budget
Free
Photo Friendly
High
Weather Sensitivity
High
Location
Know Before You Go
- Tickets: Admission is free.
- Hours: Event: 12-5 pm; St. Nick visits children: 12-5 pm; reindeer appear: 3-5 pm; entertainment: noon, 1 pm, 2 pm, 3 pm, 4 pm, and 4:30 pm.
- Parking: Parking is advertised at Cumberland Baptist Church and Cumberland Christian Church. Public parking is available at The Green Bean, Subway, and Edward Jones; additional parking is at Meijer and Town Hall. For handicap parking, check the map or call 317-894-6203. E. Washington Street from Muessing to Starter Street is closed 5 AM–10 PM, with a soft closure at County Line Road for event parking only.
- Accessibility: Handicap-accessible portable restrooms are available near Lacy Law Office, and accessible accommodations can be requested at least three days in advance.
- Pets: Well-behaved leashed pets are welcome outdoors; disruptive or aggressive pets will be asked to leave.
Tips & Advice
- Dress for the weather, because Weihnachtsmarkt is an all-weather outdoor event, and watch the town's social media for any cancellation or postponement.
- Bring new toys, non-perishable food or gift cards for the Culvers Cares holiday drive that supports Cumberland families this season.
- Plan to stay into the last two hours of the market if your kids want to see St. Nick's reindeer at the Gap Meeting House.
- Park at Cumberland Baptist Church or Cumberland Christian Church, because E. Washington Street through the market is closed to traffic all day.
- Call the town office ahead of time if you need handicap parking, so an accessible spot can be arranged for you.
Special Events & Promotions
- Culvers Cares Cumberland Holiday Drive: the Cumberland Police Department is collecting new toys, non-perishable food and gift cards for local families.
- Four police officers compete in a friendly burger-and-fries showdown as part of the holiday drive.
- The Light-Up Cumberland decoration contest winner is announced at Weihnachtsmarkt.
- St. Nick's reindeer appear for the last two hours of the market only.
Quick Actions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is there for kids?
Kids can play reindeer games, write letters to St. Nick and get free face painting. St. Nick visits with children at the Gap Meeting House all afternoon, and a couple of his reindeer show up for the last two hours.
What food and drink is there?
German and holiday favorites, plus drinks and beer.
Who performs?
The lineup is the Hot Horns Band, Hancock County Children's Choir, Heidi & the Melchoir Marionettes, Fort Wayne Tanzer, Maria Diebolt and the Indiana Ballet Conservatory.
Are there restrooms?
Yes. Portable restrooms, handicap-accessible portable restrooms and handwashing stations are near Lacy Law Office.
How do I become a vendor?
Small businesses and handmade vendors can apply for the artisan market. Food vendors have a separate application.
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