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Friday, November 21

  • Grand Rapids Downtown Market 435 Ionia Ave SW Grand Rapids United States (map)

Today's FREE events and activities schedule:

It's National Gingerbread Cookie Day!
There’s no better place to celebrate National Gingerbread Cookie Day than the Christkindl Markt! Purchase a gingerbread cookie from the European Favorites booth (outside) or from Her Daily Bread (inside) and savor this holiday staple.

Live Music at Rák Thai: Kevin Reeves
7pm-10pm | at Rák Thai inside the Downtown Market
Experience a feel-good night at RÁK with Kevin Reeves—a dynamic keys player bringing iconic classics to life with soulful vocals, rich piano tones, and crowd-pleasing favorites that pair perfectly with cocktails and Thai bites. Walk-ins welcome; reservations recommended!
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MORE CHRISTKINDL MARKT ACTIVITIES TO MAKE YOUR VISIT SPECIAL:

Roast your own marshmallow over our warm fire pit and create a DIY s'more! Kits are available for purchase at the Fudge & Confections booth nearby.

Write a personal letter to Santa! Letters and North Pole mailbox are located in the second floor Greenhouse throughout the duration of the Christkindl Markt.

Reserve a curling sheet for your group on the second floor terrace overlooking the Christmas village. Click here to purchase.

Host your own intimate gathering in one of our private Alpenglobes! Seats up to 8 for 3 hours. Click here to purchase.

Warm up inside the German-style Beverage Hall located in the middle of the Christmas village. Grab a beverage and find a cozy spot in the public seating area.

Don't forget to visit the bar in the second floor Greenhouse for a commemorative glass of Bubbles/Eierpunsch, or a stein of Dunkelweizen Christmas beer.

Explore the indoor Market Hall with 21 merchants and restaurants serving even more delicious food and beverage options.

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