Chicago’s holiday season is getting an early start on the calendar. Christkindlmarket returns to Gallagher Way in Wrigleyville on Friday, November 20, 2026, as the beloved German-inspired market celebrates a major milestone: 30 years in Chicago.
The neighborhood market next to Wrigley Field will remain open through Thursday, December 31, giving Lakeview residents and visitors an extra week to enjoy the festivities after the downtown market closes.
Christkindlmarket Wrigleyville: 2026 dates and hours
- Location: Gallagher Way, 3635 N. Clark Street, beside Wrigley Field
- Opening day: Friday, November 20, 2026
- Final day: Thursday, December 31, 2026
- Monday–Thursday: 3–9 p.m.
- Friday–Saturday: 11 a.m.–9 p.m.
- Sunday: 11 a.m.–7 p.m.
Special hours: Thanksgiving (November 26), Christmas Eve (December 24), and New Year’s Eve (December 31): 11 a.m.–4 p.m. December 21–23 and December 28–30: 11 a.m.–9 p.m. The market is closed Christmas Day.
What to expect at Gallagher Way
As Southport Corridor Chicago reported in August, this year’s Wrigleyville market is slated to feature 28 local and international vendors. Look for handcrafted gifts, ornaments, holiday sweets, German-inspired food and seasonal drinks. Admission is free.
The festivities are part of Winterland at Gallagher Way, the seasonal transformation of the area around Wrigley Field. In past years, Winterland has included an ice rink, festive lights, Santa’s Workshop, holiday movies, live performances and tree-lighting events. Specific 2026 activities beyond the market should be checked against the official event schedule before visiting.
30 years of a Chicago holiday tradition
Christkindlmarket’s original Daley Plaza location marks its 30th anniversary this season. What started downtown has become a much-anticipated part of Chicago’s holiday calendar, with multiple markets bringing a European-style shopping and gathering experience to the city and suburbs.
For Wrigleyville, the return is more than a seasonal event. Gallagher Way brings holiday activity to the blocks around the Friendly Confines after baseball season, drawing neighbors and visitors to Clark Street during the colder months.
Other Christkindlmarket locations in 2026
All three announced locations open on November 20:
- Chicago — Daley Plaza: 50 W. Washington Street, November 20–December 24. Hours: Sunday–Thursday 11 a.m.–8 p.m.; Friday–Saturday 11 a.m.–9 p.m. Thanksgiving and Christmas Eve: 11 a.m.–4 p.m.
- Aurora — RiverEdge Park: 360 N. Broadway, November 20–December 24. Hours: Thursday 11 a.m.–7 p.m.; Friday–Saturday 11 a.m.–9 p.m.; Sunday 11 a.m.–6 p.m., with additional and holiday hours.
- Wrigleyville — Gallagher Way: 3635 N. Clark Street, November 20–December 31.
Holiday season is almost here
Whether you make an annual trip downtown or prefer the market right in the neighborhood, this year offers another reason to head to Wrigleyville. Mark November 20 on your calendar—and remember, the Gallagher Way market continues all the way through New Year’s Eve.
For the full schedule, see ABC7 Chicago’s announcement.
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