German Christmas Market of Oconomowoc

2020 Market Canceled…

The Board of Directors of the German Christmas Market of Oconomowoc have made the difficult decision to cancel the 2020 market. With all the uncertainty, we are unsure of what the market would need to look like, and if social distancing were still in place, it is far too difficult for us to monitor. We are entirely a volunteer group, and rely heavily on volunteers during the event itself, and do not feel we can keep our volunteers, the community, vendors and board members safe in an event such as this.

The 2021 event will be our 10^th anniversary, and we are already making plans for some new and very special additions to the event, so stay tuned, and we hope to see you in 2021.

Experience Authentic European Food & Drink, Unique Shopping Opportunities, Live Polka Music and Much More!

Bring the entire family or plan to meet up with friends.

You’ll love the sights and smells of a warm, inviting German Christmas complete with warm roasted nuts, authentic German beer and incredible gifts you won’t find in any mall or retail store!

The German Christmas Market Brings Old World Charm and Spirit to Your Neighborhood!

Nestled against the shore of Fowler Lake lies the promise of something grand for you and your kinfolk this Thanksgiving weekend. The German Christmas Market of Oconomowoc is the perfect place to gather and enjoy authentic European food & drink and shop for handcrafted gifts. Feel transported to a magical holiday wonderland complete with live polka music, a heated Biergarten, photos with Santa and more. The Christmas Market is a can’t-miss shopping and entertainment venue that rivals even those found in Europe. No holiday season is complete without a day (or two) out at the German Christmas Market of Oconomowoc. This 8th annual event is a celebration of our sister city, Dietzenbach, Germany and the hearty German community here in Wisconsin.

Whether you are German or not, we promise you will feel like you are. There are warm tents and outdoor festivities, so the weather matters little. We have special guests slated throughout the event and live entertainment from start to finish. Prost!

Sneak Peek Inside the Market

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The Flavor of the German Christmas Market

The German Christmas Market has something for everyone regardless of age and tastes. It’s Europe meets Wisconsin mixed with holiday merriment. Come for an hour and stay for the day and night!

Christmas Village

Under a Canopy of Soft Christmas lights
Over 30 Unique Retail Vendor Outdoor Huts
Many Indoor Retail Vendors
Huge Steel Fire Pit for Gatherings

Holiday Party Tent *

Over 10,000 Square Foot of Heated Tents
Live Polka Bands throughout the Entire Event
Authentic German Cuisine

Indoor Biergarten

Great Hofbräu
Traditional Gluhwein Made Fresh
Other Libations & Snacks

Special Events Tents

Heated Santa Tent Where You’re the Photographer
160′ x 30′ Heated Shopping Tent (unique items that needed heat)
Hot Drinks (all proceeds go to local non-profits)
Gingerbread Decorating for Kids (run by and proceeds benefiting the Oconomowoc Food Pantry)

* The German Market thanks you for your $2.00 donation for entrance to the Wintergarten. These dollars help with the entertainment and heating costs.

Don’t miss this once-a-year chance to immerse yourself in the very best of European traditions brought to your hometown.

Incredible vendors offering handmade gifts like German woodcarvings, Polish pottery, German lace, woolen hats/sweaters, glass ornaments, Turkish scarves/jewelry, deer-hide mittens/gloves and much more!
Delicious food and drink like Hofbräu, brats, Danish pastries, roasted nuts, chocolates, pretzels and more!
Traditional live music performed while you eat and shop
Fun activities for the kids along with appearances by Father Christmas himself!