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SUMMARY:Christkindl Market
DESCRIPTION:Willkommen to the 30th anniversary of Christkindl\, celebrating three decades of holiday tradition by expanding the festivities to 10 magical days. Come for all your favourite sights\, sounds and smells of a classic European market\, and stay for the tasty treats\, live entertainment\, and warm holiday ambience.  90+ local vendors selling one-of-a-kind holiday gifts from December 3-6 and 10-13Timing varies by day – please see website for full schedule10 days of live entertainmentFamily-friendly KidsKindl zone both weekendsOutdoor food market and licensed areaMaple taffy\, blacksmith\, ice sculpture contest\, outdoor skating and moreWhether you’re visiting for a day of holiday shopping\, an evening performance\, an afternoon of family-friendly activities\, or are excited to experience everything Christkindl has in store\, there are more opportunities than ever to experience the magic of the season. Dates and times December 3 – 4 to 9 p.m.December 4 – 10 a.m. to 9 p.m.December 5 – 10 a.m. to 11 p.m.December 6 – 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.December 7 – 6 to 11 p.m.December 8 – 6 to 11 p.m.December 9 – 6 to 11 p.m.December 10 – 4 to 9 p.m.December 11 – 10 a.m. to 9 p.m.December 12 – 10 a.m. to 11 p.m.December 13 – 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
URL:https://explorewaterloo.ca/event/christkindl-market/2026-12-11/
LOCATION:Kitchener City Hall\, 200 King Street West\, Kitchener\, ON\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Arts, Culture, Heritage & Live Performance,Attractions,Event,Family Friendly,Festivals,Food & Drink,Free Events,Holiday Events,Nightlife,Shopping
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SUMMARY:Christkindl Market
DESCRIPTION:Willkommen to the 30th anniversary of Christkindl\, celebrating three decades of holiday tradition by expanding the festivities to 10 magical days. Come for all your favourite sights\, sounds and smells of a classic European market\, and stay for the tasty treats\, live entertainment\, and warm holiday ambience.  90+ local vendors selling one-of-a-kind holiday gifts from December 3-6 and 10-13Timing varies by day – please see website for full schedule10 days of live entertainmentFamily-friendly KidsKindl zone both weekendsOutdoor food market and licensed areaMaple taffy\, blacksmith\, ice sculpture contest\, outdoor skating and moreWhether you’re visiting for a day of holiday shopping\, an evening performance\, an afternoon of family-friendly activities\, or are excited to experience everything Christkindl has in store\, there are more opportunities than ever to experience the magic of the season. Dates and times December 3 – 4 to 9 p.m.December 4 – 10 a.m. to 9 p.m.December 5 – 10 a.m. to 11 p.m.December 6 – 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.December 7 – 6 to 11 p.m.December 8 – 6 to 11 p.m.December 9 – 6 to 11 p.m.December 10 – 4 to 9 p.m.December 11 – 10 a.m. to 9 p.m.December 12 – 10 a.m. to 11 p.m.December 13 – 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
URL:https://explorewaterloo.ca/event/christkindl-market/2026-12-12/
LOCATION:Kitchener City Hall\, 200 King Street West\, Kitchener\, ON\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Arts, Culture, Heritage & Live Performance,Attractions,Event,Family Friendly,Festivals,Food & Drink,Free Events,Holiday Events,Nightlife,Shopping
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ORGANIZER;CN="City of Kitchener":MAILTO:info@kitchener.ca
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SUMMARY:Christkindl Market
DESCRIPTION:Willkommen to the 30th anniversary of Christkindl\, celebrating three decades of holiday tradition by expanding the festivities to 10 magical days. Come for all your favourite sights\, sounds and smells of a classic European market\, and stay for the tasty treats\, live entertainment\, and warm holiday ambience.  90+ local vendors selling one-of-a-kind holiday gifts from December 3-6 and 10-13Timing varies by day – please see website for full schedule10 days of live entertainmentFamily-friendly KidsKindl zone both weekendsOutdoor food market and licensed areaMaple taffy\, blacksmith\, ice sculpture contest\, outdoor skating and moreWhether you’re visiting for a day of holiday shopping\, an evening performance\, an afternoon of family-friendly activities\, or are excited to experience everything Christkindl has in store\, there are more opportunities than ever to experience the magic of the season. Dates and times December 3 – 4 to 9 p.m.December 4 – 10 a.m. to 9 p.m.December 5 – 10 a.m. to 11 p.m.December 6 – 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.December 7 – 6 to 11 p.m.December 8 – 6 to 11 p.m.December 9 – 6 to 11 p.m.December 10 – 4 to 9 p.m.December 11 – 10 a.m. to 9 p.m.December 12 – 10 a.m. to 11 p.m.December 13 – 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
URL:https://explorewaterloo.ca/event/christkindl-market/2026-12-13/
LOCATION:Kitchener City Hall\, 200 King Street West\, Kitchener\, ON\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Arts, Culture, Heritage & Live Performance,Attractions,Event,Family Friendly,Festivals,Food & Drink,Free Events,Holiday Events,Nightlife,Shopping
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SUMMARY:Gift of Lights Walk Night for Food4Kids Waterloo Region
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our special Walk Only Night at Gift of Lights on Wednesday\, December 16! When you participate\, 50% of all ticket proceeds from the evening will go directly toward supporting the important work happening in our community with Food4Kids Waterloo Region Admission: Tickets are $13.95 online or $16.95 at the door.
URL:https://explorewaterloo.ca/event/gift-of-lights-walk-night-for-food4kids-waterloo-region/
LOCATION:Bingemans Gift of Lights\, 425 Bingemans Center Drive\, Kitchener\, ON\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Attractions,Event,Family Friendly,Holiday Events,Outdoor & Recreation
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ORGANIZER;CN="Rob Vongxay":MAILTO:rvongxay@bingemans.com
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SUMMARY:Gift of Lights Walk Night for KidsAbility
DESCRIPTION:Step into the magic for a cause! On Saturday January 2nd\, experience Gift of Lights on foot during our exclusive Walk for KidsAbility. The holidays are a season of light\, but for families at KidsAbility\, that light represents something even more powerful: Potential. By joining us for the Gift of Lights Walk Night you are doing more than just enjoying the displays—you are supporting the life-changing therapy and specialized care that local children need to thrive. Together\, we are brightening more than just the night sky; we are brightening the future for children in our community. Admission: Tickets are $13.95 online or $16.95 at the door.
URL:https://explorewaterloo.ca/event/gift-of-lights-walk-night-for-kidsability/
LOCATION:Bingemans Gift of Lights\, 425 Bingemans Center Drive \, Kitchener\, ON\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Attractions,Event,Family Friendly,Holiday Events,Outdoor & Recreation
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ORGANIZER;CN="Rob Vongxay":MAILTO:rvongxay@bingemans.com
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