Culture & Cheer Tours
Dive into the charm and history of the iconic Christkindlmarket Chicago with our Culture & Cheer Tour! Every Thursday to Sunday from 10:15 AM to 11:00 AM, join a German-speaking Christkindlmarket team member for a behind-the-scenes journey through Daley Plaza before the market opens to the public.
Stroll around as vendors set up for the day, even as the booths’ shutters may still be up, you’ll be the first to explore the market that day, gaining insights into vendors’ unique offerings, German holiday traditions, and the market’s rich 30-year history. Each tour includes a “Deutschminute,” a fun mini-German language lesson for those eager to learn authentic holiday phrases.
Your tour ticket also includes a little goodie bag filled with some vendor treats, a 2026 souvenir mug, and a hot chocolate voucher redeemable at vendor booths once the market opens. The tour concludes in one of our cozy heated structures, giving you a prime spot near the bar to enjoy imported German beverages when the market opens at 11:00 AM. Spots are limited to just 45 participants per tour, so secure your place now for this exclusive experience with family and friends!
How to Book:Visit the Christkindlmarket Chicago page on Bucket Listers website. In the calendar on the right-hand side of the page, you can view which events are available on specific dates and times, along with final pricing details. To make your search easier, you can use the “Filter” option to look up tickets for a particular event you’re interested in.
Dates:
Thursdays–Sundays, November 19 – December 20, 2026
Additional Day: Monday, December 21, 2026
Time:
10:15 AM – 11:00 AM
Location:
The Christkindlmarket Chicago at Daley Plaza
Please enter at the Ticketed Events and Reception entrance at the North side of the market, which is along the Daley Center and opposite the main entrance on Washington Street
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