Christkindlmarkt

Folkways invite you to celebrate the holiday season at Christkindlmarkt, Fargo’s German Christmas market. Four days of festive cheer in the Outdoor Winter Wonderland, Food Tent, Gift Market, and Beer Hall, At the Fargo Civic Center. With food, live musical performances, art demonstrations, mulled wine, holiday treats, and activities for the kids, you’ll feel like you’ve walked into a European winter wonderland.

This year, with the market’s extended hours you’ll be able to enjoy this European-inspired experience late into the evening like you would if you were across the pond.

Schedule of Events

Thursday, Nov 18 (5-10 p.m.)

5 – 7 p.m. The Cropdusters at the Bier Hall

6 p.m. FM Aerial Movement Arts at the Bier Hall

7 p.m. Tree Lighting Ceremony with Mayor Mahoney at the Winer Wonderland

7:30 p.m. Meat Rabbits at the Bier Hall

All-day: blacksmithing demonstration, Ax throwing, winter wonderland

Friday, Nov 19 (5-10 p.m.)

5 – 6 p.m. DJ Pretty Ricky at the Bier Hall

6 p.m. FM Aerial & Movement Arts at the Bier Hall

6:30 p.m. Yule B Jolly: A Holiday Cabaret by Theatre B at the Bier Hall

7:30-8:30 p.m. FM Jass Trio at the Bier Hall

8:30-9 p.m. Dance Studio Elite at the Bier Hall

9 – 10 p.m. Aimee & Bill’s multiple personalities: a Musical Comedy show at the Bier Hall

All-day: blacksmithing demonstration, Ax throwing, winter wonderland

Saturday, Nov 20 (12-10 p.m.)

12-12:30 p.m. Oak Grove Carolers at the Winter Wonderland

12-12:45 p.m. Apollo Strings at the Bier Hall

1-1:30 p.m. FM Symphony Clarinet Duo at the Bier Hall

2-3 p.m. Blue Red Roses at the Bier Hall

3:30-4:30 p.m. Silver Winds Flute Quartet at the Bier Hall

5-7 p.m. Matt Hodek & The Dakota Dutchmen at the Bier Hall

7 p.m. FM Ballet at the Bier Hall

7:30-10 p.m. The JT Kenelley Band at the Bier Hall

8:30 p.m. FM Aerial & Movement Arts at the Bier Hall

All-day: blacksmithing demonstration, Ax throwing, winter wonderland

Sunday, Nov 21 (12-8 p.m.)

12-12:30 p.m. Harmonia at the Bier Hall

12:30-1:30 p.m. Kyle Colby at the Bier Hall

1:30-2:30 p.m. DJ AP at the Bier Hall

2:30-3 p.m. PATEO at the Bier Hall

4-5:30 p.m. King Sage at the Bier Hall

5:30 p.m. FM Aerial & Movement Arts

6-8 p.m. Max Johnk + Allweather at the Bier Hall

6:30-7 p.m. Moorhead High School Carolers at the Winter Wonderland

7-7:30 p.m. Dance Studio Elite at the Bier Hall

All-day: blacksmithing demonstration, Ax throwing, winter wonderland

Parking

Downtown Fargo has welcomed plenty of parking garages in the past few years. The first two hours in the parking garages are free, as well as on weekends! There is also street parking, but times and space vary.

Admission Cost

Admission is free.

Vendors

Throughout the four-day event, the outdoor Winter Wonderland will bring the cheer of the holiday season surrounded by twinkling trees as visitors roast s’mores by the fire. Local artisans will set up mini-shops in traditional Christkindlmarkt booths to sell handmade gifts. Those looking for something to eat can try traditional holiday foods and sweet treats.

Important notes

Visitors are encouraged to dress warmly in order to enjoy spending time outdoors this holiday season.

About Folkways

Folkways is a local community-building organization known for bringing captivating events like the Red River Market and Night Bazaar to downtown Fargo.

They believe that culture is the sum of conversations within its community. More than politicians and program leaders, they view the small-business shopkeepers, baristas, bartenders, and artists as keepers of a community’s culture. After gaining an understanding of the state of Fargo’s community from the ground floor, they discover ways to serve culture creators and engage the community.