Join us for an unforgettable experience of new traditions in Prescott and part of the Arizona's Christmas City.
Full of new traditions of Old Europe will be celebrated in historic Prescott. In the spirit and style of a German Christmas Market, Goodwin Street will be filled with vendors with last-minute gift items, live music, horse-drawn carriage rides around the Courthouse, and a visit with St. Nicholas for the kids.
Enjoy German-style food and a Bier Garten with beer and hot mulled wine!
Christkind Angel (Nichole Perlberg)Come meet the Christkind, a fairy-like being dressed in gold and white robes with a crown upon her golden locks. She is the namesake of the Christkindlmarket and watches over it all. Christkind folklore dates back to the 1500's and stems from traditional customs: parades during the holiday season were guided by one “grand” angel, the Christkind. Since then, and still today, she is the bearer of gifts to most children in German-speaking countries, much like Santa Claus is in the United States. Traditionally, children tell Christkind their Christmas wishes at the Market, and then gifts are exchanged December 24th and delivered by the Christkind, who leaves them under the Christmas tree and disappears before the children can catch a glimpse of her.
Come let her collect your Christmas wishes! |
Santa's Tent in the Kinder KornerBe sure to visit Santa in his festively-decorated tent as he waits for children to visit him! Bring the family and take pictures to capture these memories. Let your little ones have those special conversations and create memories to last a lifetime.
This is also a hands on booth for the little ones, with crafts for the kids to enjoy, as well as performances by Aerialist Jen Martin. |
For ChildrenLet all the children experience a special kind of magic!
At the ChristkindlMarket you will find a mini nostalgic carousel, a mini ferris wheel, and a huge snowman disco dome bounce house! And don't forget to visit Santa in the Kinder Korner and stick around for the Kinder Lantern Parade! $5.00 per child over 2 years old for all day usage & activities
Kinder Lantern Parade Times Friday, December 15, 2023 7:30 PM Saturday, December 16, 2023 7:00 PM |
Broken Spoke Clydesdale Carriage RidesJoyful sounds of bells and the clatter of the hooves is what you will hear as you are pulled by the Clydesdale horses. Take a stroll around the Yavapai County Courthouse Square to see the glowing Christmas lights.
$5.00 per Adult (Kids ride free up to age 13)
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EntertainmentLive music and performances will fill the air throughout the weekend. See the schedule below.
Friday, December 15, 2023
4 PM – 5 PM – Opening Ceremony PHS Chamber Singers – Main Stage 5 PM – 6 PM – Roaming Musicians and Aerialist Jen Martin - Main Stage 6 PM – 8 PM - George Staheli Oompah (German Band) - Beer Tent Saturday, December 16,2023 11 AM – 12 PM – Cosmic Gumbo Jazz Trio – Main Stage 12 PM - 1 PM – Arizona Philharmonic - Main Stage 12 PM - 1 PM - Aerialist Jen Martin - Santa's Tent 1 PM – 2 PM – Story Telling with Santa – Main Stage 2 PM – 3 PM – Roaming Musicians with Meg Bohrman and Ines Vitols, 3 PM – 4 PM – George Staheli Oompah (German Band) – Main Stage 4 PM – 6 PM - Neese Family Entertainment – Main Stage 6 PM – 8 PM – George Staheli Oompah (German Band) - Beer Tent Sunday, December 17, 2023 11 AM – 12 PM - Neese Family Entertainment – Main Stage 12 PM – 1:30 PM George Staheli Oompah (German Band) – Main Stage 2 PM – 3 PM – Rockin Santa Band - Main Stage |
Food and DrinkFollow your nose to the delicious smell of German-Style food. In the Bier & Mulled Wine Garten you will also find Cold beer, and if Jack Frost is nipping at your nose, warm up with a mug of hot mulled wine!
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The Market1. Country Bath and Candles
Handcrafted Christmas themed soap, body butter, bath bombs, and lotion bars. Christmas quilts and ornaments of all types. Candles with Christmas and winter scents. 2. Leavitt & Asher Handmade jewelry for Christmas gifts. 3. Hallmark Gold Crown Store Hallmark Christmas keepsake ornaments and Christmas gift products. 4. The Natural Healing Garden Health and wellness products. 5. Celtic Knot Works Original creations inspired by Celtic & Norse traditions. Necklaces, pewter pocket charms, keychains, pocket knives, wood holiday ornaments, dice sets, and related gift items. 6. River Bottom Gifts Conceal carry purses, aloe skin products, and other small gift items. 7. Just Blessed Boutique Custom jewelry, bling tumblers, and clothing. 8. Authentic Hemp Company Handcrafted body & skincare products. Salves, oils, lip balms, and extract syrups. 9. Crazee Mama's Gifts Laser engraved metal wallets. 10. LCO Trading Co. Handcrafted custom knives & sheaths. 11. AZ Queen Bee Gourmet honey. 12. Eclectics Creations Handmade shawls, cloaks and variant accessories. |