# Minneapolis Christmas Market 2026 > Minneapolis Christmas Market in Minneapolis, Minnesota: Nov 20 to Dec 20, 2026. Hours, closed days, admission and where it is, checked against the organizer. Source: https://bestchristmasmarketsusa.com/markets/minneapolis-christkindl-market/ Minneapolis, [Minnesota](https://bestchristmasmarketsusa.com/states/minnesota/) Official name: Minneapolis Christkindl Market Friday, November 20 to Sunday, December 20, 2026 | Dates | Friday, November 20 to Sunday, December 20, 2026 | | --- | --- | | Days Closed | Open Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays only | | Hours | Friday: **4 pm to 9 pm** Saturday: **11 am to 9 pm** Sunday: **11 am to 7 pm** | | Where | North Loop Green, the plaza and park block on North 5th Street in the North Loop 350 N 5th St, Minneapolis, MN 55401 [Directions](https://www.google.com/maps/dir/?api=1&destination=44.9836,-93.2756) | | Admission | Free admission | | Parking | Ramp C and the North Loop Green ramp are closest; Ramps A and B are within two blocks. | | Dogs | Dogs are welcome on the North Loop Green grounds, which have a small dog park, but the organizer advises against walking them through the busy market. | | Organizer | Minneapolis Christkindl Market. [Official website](https://minneapolischristkindlmarket.com/) | | Plan Your Trip | [Hotels for November 21](https://www.stay22.com/allez/roam?aid=bobbleventures&lat=44.9836&lng=-93.2756&address=Minneapolis%2C%20MN%2C%20USA&checkin=2026-11-21&checkout=2026-11-22¤cy=USD&campaign=bcmus_minneapolis_christkindl_market_top) Map [affiliate](https://bestchristmasmarketsusa.com/affiliate-disclosure/) | ## Checked Against the Source These dates and hours come from the organizer's own website, not from another guide. - [Minneapolis Christkindl Market](https://minneapolischristkindlmarket.com/), checked November 4, 2026 Outdoor markets can close early for weather. On the day, check the [official website](https://minneapolischristkindlmarket.com/). Something out of date? [Let us know](https://bestchristmasmarketsusa.com/contact/). ## Minneapolis Christmas Market: Quick Answers ### When does Minneapolis Christmas Market open in 2026? It opens on Friday, November 20, 2026. ### When does Minneapolis Christmas Market close for the season? The last day is Sunday, December 20, 2026. ### What are Minneapolis Christmas Market's hours? Friday 4 pm to 9 pm; Saturday 11 am to 9 pm; Sunday 11 am to 7 pm. ### Is Minneapolis Christmas Market open every day? Open Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays only. ### Is Minneapolis Christmas Market open on Thanksgiving? No. The organizer lists it as closed on Thanksgiving. ### Where is Minneapolis Christmas Market? North Loop Green, the plaza and park block on North 5th Street in the North Loop, in Minneapolis, Minnesota. The address is 350 N 5th St, Minneapolis, MN 55401. ### Is Minneapolis Christmas Market free, or do you need a ticket? It is free to get in. ## About Minneapolis Christmas Market A German-style outdoor market of wooden huts in Minneapolis's North Loop, open five weekends from late November to just before Christmas, with about 40 vendors, mulled wine, raclette, live music and Santa on Sundays. 2026 is its second year. ## Where Is Minneapolis Christmas Market? North Loop Green, the plaza and park block on North 5th Street in the North Loop, 350 N 5th St, Minneapolis, MN 55401. The other dots are nearby markets. ## Getting There, Parking and More ### By Transit Target Field Station is the closest rail stop, under a quarter mile from North Loop Green in a straight line. It is served by Metro Transit's Blue Line and Green Line light rail and by the Northstar commuter train. The ABC Ramps say Blue Line trains run about every 10 minutes, and buses stop at the Ramp B/5th Street transit hub nearby. Source: [ABC Ramps Mobility Hub (City of Minneapolis)](https://www.abc-ramps.com/transit), checked October 28, 2026; [Metro Transit](https://www.metrotransit.org/green-line), checked October 28, 2026. ### Parking The organizer says the easiest way in is to park in Ramp C and walk over, following directions to Dario restaurant and then turning the corner. Ramp C and the North Loop Green ramp are closest; Ramps A and B are within two blocks. The ABC Ramps are owned by MnDOT, run by the city and linked by skyway, and an event rate of $25 may apply when there is something on downtown. | Ramp | Address | Rate (October 2026) | | --- | --- | --- | | Ramp C | 318 2nd Ave N | $4 first hour, $9 up to 3 hours, $10 up to 4 hours; event $25 | | Ramp B | 516 2nd Ave N | $4 first hour, $9 up to 3 hours, $11 up to 4 hours; event $25 | | Ramp A | 101 N 9th St | $4 first hour, $9 up to 3 hours, $10 up to 12 hours; event $25 | Source: [Minneapolis Christkindl Market](https://minneapolischristkindlmarket.com/frequently-asked-questions/), checked October 28, 2026; [ABC Ramps Mobility Hub (City of Minneapolis)](https://www.abc-ramps.com/parking-rates), [page 2](https://www.abc-ramps.com/), checked October 28, 2026. ### Accessibility The organizer says the whole market is accessible for wheelchairs, walkers and strollers, but asks those visitors to come at the quieter times on Friday or Sunday. It suggests keeping strollers to a minimum and using a baby carrier if you can. Restrooms are inside the North Loop Green building next to the Bassett Hound Bar, and there is a warming tent on site. The ABC Ramps have ADA stalls by the elevators on most levels. Source: [Minneapolis Christkindl Market](https://minneapolischristkindlmarket.com/frequently-asked-questions/), checked October 28, 2026; [ABC Ramps Mobility Hub (City of Minneapolis)](https://www.abc-ramps.com/ada-stalls), checked October 28, 2026. ### Quiet Times to Visit To avoid crowds and long lines, the organizer suggests Friday right at the 4 pm opening or late at 8 pm, or Sunday at the 11 am opening or around 6 pm. Saturdays are not on its list of quieter times. Source: [Minneapolis Christkindl Market](https://minneapolischristkindlmarket.com/frequently-asked-questions/), checked October 28, 2026. ### Hotels Near Minneapolis Christmas Market North Loop Green is on the edge of the North Loop, next to Target Field. The North Loop itself and the Warehouse District are a few minutes' walk, and the downtown core around Hennepin and Nicollet is within about 15 minutes on foot. **Staying the night?** [See hotels near Minneapolis Christmas Market for Saturday, November 21](https://www.stay22.com/allez/roam?aid=bobbleventures&lat=44.9836&lng=-93.2756&address=Minneapolis%2C%20MN%2C%20USA&checkin=2026-11-21&checkout=2026-11-22¤cy=USD&campaign=bcmus_minneapolis_christkindl_market_link) [affiliate link](https://bestchristmasmarketsusa.com/affiliate-disclosure/), or browse them on the map. Map by Stay22. It loads only when you press the button. [affiliate](https://bestchristmasmarketsusa.com/affiliate-disclosure/) ## Questions People Ask **Where should I park for the Minneapolis Christkindl Market?** The organizer recommends Ramp C (318 2nd Ave N, $9 for up to 3 hours as of October 2026) or the North Loop Green ramp. Ramps A and B are within two blocks. **Can I take light rail to the market?** Yes. Target Field Station, served by the Blue and Green lines and the Northstar train, is under a quarter mile away. **When is the Minneapolis Christkindl Market least crowded?** The organizer suggests Fridays at 4 pm or 8 pm, or Sundays at 11 am or 6 pm. **Are there restrooms and somewhere to warm up?** Restrooms are inside the North Loop Green building next to the Bassett Hound Bar, and there is a warming tent on site. **Can I bring a stroller or wheelchair?** The organizer says the whole market is accessible, but asks wheelchair and stroller users to come at the quieter Friday or Sunday times and to limit stroller use. ## Have You Been to Minneapolis Christmas Market? Tell other visitors whether it was worth the trip. 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