Texas Christkindl Market Comes to Arlington

Texas Christkindl Market Market, adorned in his beautiful robe and legendary beard. Every child, adult, and even pets are invited to meet St. Nikolaus to share their special requests, and photography packages may be purchased starting at $19.95. IIn its twelfth year, the Texas Christkindl Market, presented by Reliable Commercial Construction, is a free, family-friendly market that features a unique shopping experience for holiday gifts, decorations, and Comes to Arlington one-of-a-kind finds. Inspired by the cher- Hours for St. Nick may vary. ished German tradition, guests can shop for Before heading to see St. Nikolaus, or for traditional handcrafted gifts and collectibles those who don’t have time to visit, children from exclusive Käthe Wohlfahrt merchandise and designs from the iconic Rothenburg ob der Tauber Christmas Village. Indulging in German treats and eats while enjoying festive music and entertainment throughout are invited to write a letter (or download a special template) at the Kinder Club online at: www.txchristkindlmarket.com/kinderclub. Letters should be dropped at the special the market are always a crowd-pleaser. And, red Mailbox by the Warming Haus at the no visit is complete without stopping by St. Texas Christkindl Market by Dec. 10 to re-

Nikolaus for that iconic annual photo! En- ceive a letter in return from St. Nick! joy the beautiful sounds of traditional holiday music performed by local German groups, making this a must-attend destination in Arlington’s entertainment district.

Tree Lighting and Opening Ceremonies

Kicking off the 2022 Market, the community is invited to join the Christkindl Angel at the Opening Ceremonies on Nov. 25 at 7 p.m. The angelic namesake of the event, the

Christkind opens the market, sharing German holiday traditions with a special opening dedication. Special guests are invited to join the Angel as she lights up the 17-foottall Christkindl Tree, presented by Viridian

DFW by Johnson Development. Kinder Kids Root Beer Garden Bring the whole family, especially the kids, for

St. Nikolaus an interactive “Kinder Kids Root Beer Gar-

There’s nothing more legendary than a visit den.” Hosted by Le Theatre de Marionette, with St. Nikolaus at the Texas Christkindl enjoy special holiday-themed activities under

the Texas skies including: Reindeer Games, a stage show for kids on the Kinder Stage; Holiday Marionette, a show on the Kinder Stage; Wood Craft Painting Workshop; Giant Snow Globe Photos (selfie station); Root Beer and Hot Cocoa Hut; and Marionette Toy Theaters, Puppets, and Gift Shop. Admission charges may apply to some events.

Warming Haus

Enjoy the comforts of warm, covered seating in the Warming Haus, presented by Linebarger Gogan Blair & Sampson, as a cozy place to enjoy eating your gingerbread or catching up with an old friend. The Warming Haus is an ideal destination to warm up with seasonal beverages including beer and Glühwein. For information on hosting private events and meetings, please email henry@txchristkindlmarket.com.

Live Entertainment

From German alpenhorns to favorite authentic Texas-German dancing and singing groups, the Texas Christkindl Market brings the holidays alive with entertainment throughout its tenure. Hear the sweet sounds of young voices singing Christmas tunes or get in the holiday spirit with special performances from holiday groups. Check the website for scheduled special entertainment.

Oh, the Food!

One of the most anticipated features at the Texas Christkindl Market is the German cuisine. With the aroma of roasting nuts and freshly made strudel filling the air, guests can wander the festive bazaar, enjoy the authentic flavors of a Christkindl market, and perhaps try something new. Sip on the traditional German spiced wine, Glühwein, while strolling the market!

Holiday Gift Vendors

The cornerstone of the Texas Christkindl Market is its vendors. Offering a unique holiday shopping experience, guests can select handmade goods such as holiday décor and ornaments that cannot be found anywhere else. This market is also the only place in the Southwest to purchase exclusive Käthe Wohlfahrt merchandise and designs from the idyllic Rothenburg ob der Tauber Christmas Village. With classic German products like nutcrackers, cuckoo clocks, and more, a meander through the market will definitely get guests in the holiday spirit. Get a full list of vendors at www.txchristkindlmarket.com.

To commemorate visitors’ unique experience at the Texas Christkindl Market, many holiday picture opportunities can be found throughout. Sixteen foot tall Nutcrackers, the Texas Christkindl Tree, and the Giant Snow Globe are a few of several photoperfect spots to capture the memories of the holidays in Arlington, Texas.

Taking place Nov. 25-Dec. 23, 2022, The Texas Christkindl Market is open daily 11 a.m.-8 p.m. in the North Plaza at Globe Life Field, 1650 E. Randol Mill Rd. Arlington, TX 76011. Admission to the market is free. For more information, visit www. txchristkindlmarket.com or @txchristkindlmarket on Facebook or Instagram. #TXChristkindl