Christkindlmarket Aurora

The largest of the three Christkindlmarkets, with 60+ vendors along the Fox River.

  • Dates: November 20 – December 24, 2026 (Thu–Sun)
  • Where: RiverEdge Park, 360 N Broadway, Aurora
  • Neighborhood: Aurora (suburb)
  • Cost: Free

Schedule

  1. Thu — Hours: 11am–7pm
  2. Fri–Sat — Hours: 11am–9pm
  3. Sun — Hours: 11am–6pm
  4. Wed, Nov. 25 — Hours: 11am–7pm
  5. Thanksgiving & Christmas Eve — Hours: 11am–4pm

What to expect

The biggest vendor lineup of the three markets, open Thursday through Sunday.

Tickets

Free entry

Transit

Metra BNSF to Aurora, a short walk to RiverEdge Park.

Family-friendly

Roomier and easier with strollers than Daley Plaza.

Official festival information