European Christmas Market

A holiday tradition in the heart of Saint Paul, MN at Union Depot in St. Paul. European Christmas Market provides a cultural event that will entertain the whole family and familiarize them with 500-year-old world traditions and culture.

The event creates an ambiance and celebration—to bring light to the dark of winter and add to the goodwill of the Christmas spirit. You’ll experience the enticing aromas of Glühwein, roasted nuts, sizzling sausages, and other treats The European Christmas Market is the most authentic traditional holiday market of its kind in Minnesota, offering a unique shopping experience, family-friendly entertainment & intercultural activities. It is an admission-free public event based on the festive open-air Christkindl Markets that spring up in Germany, Austria, and other European countries during the Advent season.

Shop for handmade European crafts or unique gifts from local vendors, drink Glühwein (spiced mulled wine), and taste European inspired delicacies during four weekends in November and December. The European Christmas Market features 70 vendors, live entertainment and a wonderful Holiday Train and Carousel. Our visitors enjoy gift shopping, lots of European style food and kids craft activities.

Market Dates:
1st Weekend: Nov 21 – 23
2nd Weekend: Nov 27 – 29
3rd Weekend: Dec 4 – 6
4th Weekend: Dec 11 – 13
5th Weekend: Dec 18 – 20

Fridays: 4pm – 9pm
Saturdays: 11am – 9pm
Sundays : 11am – 6pm