About this event
Christkindlmarket Aurora fills RiverEdge Park, 360 N. Broadway, Aurora, IL 60505, November 20 through December 24, 2026. Official christkindlmarket.com/aurora posts open Thursdays through Sundays, with Thursday 11 AM to 7 PM, Friday and Saturday 11 AM to 9 PM, and Sunday 11 AM to 6 PM, plus special hours Wednesday November 25 11 AM to 7 PM, Thanksgiving November 26 and Christmas Eve December 24 11 AM to 4 PM, and Monday December 21 through Wednesday December 23 11 AM to 7 PM. Admission is free. The market is the suburban Chicagoland Christkindlmarket with more than 60 vendors selling German food, beverages, and crafts along the Fox River. Operators at RiverEdge Park catch the densest snack demand late morning into evening on Friday and Saturday, then again at each posted close when market crowds spill back onto Broadway.
Vendor Tip
If you plan to vend at this event, make sure your Aurora permits are current. Many events require proof of valid health permits, insurance, and city vendor licenses before you can set up.
Frequently asked questions
What time does Christkindlmarket Aurora start?
Christkindlmarket Aurora runs Thu 11 AM-7 PM; Fri-Sat 11 AM-9 PM; Sun 11 AM-6 PM in Aurora, IL.
Where is Christkindlmarket Aurora located?
Christkindlmarket Aurora is held at RiverEdge Park, 360 N. Broadway, Aurora, IL 60505, in Aurora, IL.
What is Christkindlmarket Aurora?
Christkindlmarket Aurora fills RiverEdge Park, 360 N. Broadway, Aurora, IL 60505, November 20 through December 24, 2026. Official christkindlmarket.com/aurora...
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