Awendaw, South Carolina
Charleston Christkindlmarkt 2026
Official name: CHRISTkindlmarkt Charleston
Friday, December 4 to Sunday, December 13, 2026
| Dates | Friday, December 4 to Sunday, December 13, 2026 |
|---|---|
| Days Closed | Open Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays only |
| Hours |
Night Markt sessions are for ages 15 and up only. |
| Where | A private riverside property north of Mount Pleasant, reached by shuttle bus from a park-and-ride lot in Awendaw Directions |
| Admission | Ticket needed. Advance tickets only, sold on TicketSignUp from early to mid November; no tickets at the gate |
| Parking | All parking is at 4461 N US-17, Awendaw, SC 29429, with shuttle buses (and an ADA van) to the market; no parking at the venue. |
| Dogs | No pets, no exceptions (private property). |
| Organizer | The Caldwell family (River Oaks Charleston). Official website |
| Plan Your Trip | Hotels for December 5 Map affiliate |
Charleston Christkindlmarkt: Quick Answers
When does Charleston Christkindlmarkt open in 2026?
It opens on Friday, December 4, 2026.
When does Charleston Christkindlmarkt close for the season?
The last day is Sunday, December 13, 2026.
What are Charleston Christkindlmarkt's hours?
Friday (Night Markt, adults only) 6 pm to 10 pm; Saturday (Day Markt, all ages) 1 pm to 5 pm; Saturday (Night Markt, adults only) 6 pm to 10 pm; Sunday (Day Markt, all ages) 1 pm to 5 pm. Night Markt sessions are for ages 15 and up only.
Is Charleston Christkindlmarkt open every day?
Open Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays only.
Where is Charleston Christkindlmarkt?
A private riverside property north of Mount Pleasant, reached by shuttle bus from a park-and-ride lot in Awendaw, in Awendaw, South Carolina.
Is Charleston Christkindlmarkt free, or do you need a ticket?
You need a ticket. Advance tickets only, sold on TicketSignUp from early to mid November; no tickets at the gate.
About Charleston Christkindlmarkt
A small, ticketed German-style Christmas market run by a local family on two December weekends, with local makers, imported Erzgebirge handcrafts, glühwein and German food, split into daytime family sessions and adults-only evening sessions.
Where Is Charleston Christkindlmarkt?
A private riverside property north of Mount Pleasant, reached by shuttle bus from a park-and-ride lot in Awendaw, Awendaw, South Carolina. The other dots are nearby markets.
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