CARMEL, Ind. — A central Indiana holiday attraction has once again been honored as the best in the business.
Carmel's Christkindlmarkt was voted as the top holiday market in the United States in the USA Today's 10Best competition.
It's the fourth time the market has won the Best Holiday Market award, previously landing top honors in 2019, 2021 and 2022.
"We work tirelessly to make sure our Market is as authentic and magical as possible for our visitors, and we are thrilled to be a part of so many families' holiday traditions," said Carmel Christkindlmarkt CEO Maria Murphy, who added those behind the market are continually humbled by the support it receives.
Christkindlmarkt, located on Carter Green in Carmel, is open Wednesday through Sunday until Dec. 24. In addition to vendor shops, it includes shows and an ice skating rink, plus new attractions and food options for 2023.
Here's a schedule of special events remaining on the 2023 calendar:
- Christkind Choral Festival – December 9, 4 to 7:30 p.m.
- Military Appreciation Day – December 10, 12 to 8 p.m.
- German Christmas Carol Sing-Along and Ornament Exchange – December 13, 7 to 9 p.m.
- Menorah Aflame Hanukkah Service – December 14, 6 to 7 p.m.
- Bier Competition – December 15, 7 to 8 p.m.
- Christkindlmarkt’s Got Talent – December 16, 12 to 3:30 p.m.
- A Gathering of Faiths – December 22, 5 to 6 p.m.
For learn more about each event, click here.
Families will be able to enjoy the fun for free Wednesday through Sunday every week until the big day.
Here's the schedule:
- Monday and Tuesday: Closed
- Wednesday and Thursday: Open 4-9 p.m.
- Friday and Saturday: Open noon-9 p.m.
- Sunday: Open noon-8 p.m.
- Closed: Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day
There will also be new barrel dining rooms that feature a fireplace and spot to warm up, sit down and enjoy food.
For more on the market, click here.