Christkindlmarkt Dublin Brings European-Style Christmas Market to Central Ohio

A new holiday tradition is coming to Dublin this Christmas season. Christkindlmarkt Dublin opens Nov. 21 at Riverside Crossing Park, bringing a European-style Christmas market to Central Ohio.

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The inaugural market will run through Dec. 24, 2026, at the park near the base of the Dublin Link. Admission is free.

Inspired by traditional German Christmas markets, Christkindlmarkt Dublin will feature seasonal food and drinks, artisan vendors, live entertainment and festive activities.

What to Expect at Christkindlmarkt Dublin

Visitors can expect German-inspired holiday food including pretzels, sausages, schnitzel and Käsespätzle, along with Glühwein, a warm spiced wine commonly associated with European Christmas markets.

Hot chocolate and other seasonal drinks will also be available.

The market will introduce an annual collectible tradition with its an ornament and a Glühwein mug. The inaugural mug will only be available during the 2026 holiday season, with new designs planned for future years.

Additional vendors, entertainment and guest experiences will be announced as the holiday season gets closer. Check out the website for more details!

Christkindlmarkt Dublin 2026 Dates and Hours

Dates: Nov. 21-Dec. 24, 2026
Location: Riverside Crossing Park, Dublin
Admission: Free

Regular hours:

• Wednesday & Thursday: 4-9 p.m.
• Friday & Saturday: Noon-9 p.m.
• Sunday: Noon-8 p.m.
• Monday & Tuesday: Closed

Special holiday hours:

• Wednesday, Nov. 25: Noon-9 p.m.
• Thursday, Nov. 26: Closed for Thanksgiving
• Monday, Dec. 21: Noon-9 p.m.
• Tuesday, Dec. 22: Noon-9 p.m.
• Wednesday, Dec. 23: Noon-9 p.m.
• Thursday, Dec. 24: Noon-4 p.m.

Parking will be available on the street and in Downtown Dublin parking garages, including garages in Bridge Park, Bridge Park West and the Rock Cress Parking Garage.