Kitchener Christkindl Market
Hosted at Kitchener City Hall and Carl Zehr Square, this market brings together visitors and vendors in downtown Kitchener. Guests can browse offerings from a wide selection of market vendors across both indoor and outdoor spaces.
What to Expect
Canada's original Christkindl Market celebrating its 30th anniversary.
Event Details
Ages
All ages
Neighborhood
Downtown Kitchener
Timed Entry
No
Organizer
City of Kitchener
Local Insight & Ratings
Family Friendly
Best For
Holiday market shoppers
Vibe
Festive and bustling
Energy Level
Moderate
Photo Friendly
Moderate
Weather Sensitivity
Moderate
Location
Know Before You Go
- Hours: Thu Dec 3 and 10: 4–9 p.m.; Fri Dec 4 and 11: 10 a.m.–9 p.m.; Sat Dec 5 and 12: 10 a.m.–11 p.m.; Sun Dec 6 and 13: 10 a.m.–4 p.m.
- Parking: Parking is available in the City Hall parking garage and other City of Kitchener garages or lots around downtown. Free parking is available at a city-owned surface lot after 5 p.m. on Thursdays and Fridays, and in the City Hall parking garage on Saturdays and Sundays. Secure bike parking is available in the City Hall parking garage. Bus drop-off is in front of City Hall's Duke Street entrance; buses can park at Bramm Street Yards.
Tips & Advice
- Visit on a Saturday or Sunday to park free in the City Hall garage, or on a Thursday or Friday evening to park free at a city-owned surface lot.
- Take the ION to the Kitchener City Hall or Victoria Park station, both a quick walk from the market, so you don't have to find downtown parking.
- Check for road closures on your route before driving downtown, so a closed street doesn't slow you down on the way to City Hall.
- Download the Passport Parking app before you go if you'll use a surface lot outside the free times, or pay at the kiosks.
- Group organizers should email the city before arriving by bus. Drop-off is at City Hall's Duke Street entrance, and buses park at Bramm Street Yards.
Special Events & Promotions
- For its 30th anniversary, the market expands to two full weekends in 2026.
- Free parking in the City Hall garage on Saturdays and Sundays, and at a city-owned surface lot on Thursday and Friday evenings.
Quick Actions
Frequently Asked Questions
Where should I park?
Park in the City Hall parking garage or any other City of Kitchener garage or lot downtown. It's free in the City Hall garage on Saturdays and Sundays, and at a city-owned surface lot on Thursday and Friday evenings. Pay for surface lots with the Passport Parking app or at the kiosks.
Can I get there by transit?
Yes. Get off the ION at Kitchener City Hall or Victoria Park station for a quick walk, or walk over from Central Station. GRT routes 7, 8 and 20 and iXpress 204 also stop within walking distance of City Hall and Carl Zehr Square.
Where are the washrooms?
There are public washrooms in Carl Zehr Square on the College Street side, inside Kitchener City Hall, on Young Street, and at the corner of King Street and Ontario Street.
We're bringing a group by bus. Where do we go?
Buses drop off in front of City Hall's Duke Street entrance, between College and Young Streets. They can then park at the Bramm Street Yards lot. Email the city ahead to let them know when you plan to arrive.
What's new this year?
For its 30th anniversary, Christkindl Market is expanding to two full weekends to meet growing interest from visitors and vendors.
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