{"id":404415,"date":"2021-10-27T14:46:36","date_gmt":"2021-10-27T19:46:36","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/urbanmatter.com\/chicago\/?p=404415"},"modified":"2021-11-01T10:48:01","modified_gmt":"2021-11-01T15:48:01","slug":"christkindlmarket-25th-anniversary-mugs-and-ornament-revealed","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/urbanmatter.com\/chicago\/christkindlmarket-25th-anniversary-mugs-and-ornament-revealed\/","title":{"rendered":"Christkindlmarket Chicago: 25th Anniversary Mugs And Ornament Revealed"},"content":{"rendered":"

\u2018Tis the season for Gl\u00fchwein\u2014finally! With holiday markets<\/a> coming back in Chicago, <\/span>Christkindlmarket is also making its return this winter after a pandemic-driven hiatus last year. Mark your calendar as Christkindlmarket 25th anniversary market opens in both Daley Plaza and Gallagher Way on Nov. 19.<\/span><\/p>\n

Christkindlmarket in Chicago is the\u00a0most authentic traditional holiday market of its kind outside of Europe. With a unique shopping experience, family-friendly events, and intercultural activities, Christkindlmarket offers holiday cheer for everyone. <\/span>The return of roasted nuts, fresh pretzels, bratwurst, crepes, and gl\u00fchwein, or mulled wine, all in one place is just a few nights of sleep away.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Image Credit: Christkindlmarket<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Old and new traditions<\/span><\/h2>\n

Every Christkindlmarket marks the return of its beloved souvenir mugs, but this year will be a little different. In previous years, market patrons would expect to drink their gl\u00fchwein out of boot-shaped mugs. As cute as these little boots look in our cupboards, it can be challenging drinking out of them.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

This year\u2019s official annual Christkindlmarket mug comes in a classic flute shape, last seen in 2013. It dazzles in a dark emerald green that matches this year\u2019s logo. The stein shows a colorful and detailed market scene with the iconic Chicago skyline behind it.<\/span>\u00a0Meanwhile, Peppermint the Penguin returns for duty as the non-alcoholic beverage mug. Decked out in a tuxedo with an emerald green bow tie and collar, Peppermint is looking sharp and ready for the festivities. He\u2019s holding a Chicago-themed dish towel with one fin and on his back, market visitors are celebrating.<\/span><\/p>\n

The Christkindlmarket event in Chicago is also releasing its first-ever annual ornament. The new souvenir is a high-quality glass globe hand-painted from Poland. It shows a Christkindlmarket scene with a red-striped vendor booth and a giant shimmering Christmas tree with glitter-dunked ornaments in front of the Chicago skyline lit up by fireworks.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Image Credit: Christkindlmarket<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Holiday gifts available for pre-order<\/span><\/h2>\n

The Virtual Holiday Market is also back in full swing. You can pre-order the 2021 Chicago Christkindlmarket mugs and ornament <\/span>online<\/span><\/a>. Both mugs run for $7 each and the ornament for $35. A special <\/span>anniversary gift set<\/span><\/a> includes both mugs and the ornament.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Three \u201cA Few of our Favorite Things\u201d gift boxes are also available. They feature carefully selected assortments of vendor goodies as well as a set of two 2021 souvenir mugs. Boxes range in price from $49.99-$99.99.<\/span><\/p>\n

Feeling nostalgic or missed out on past mugs? A small selection of past Christkindlmarket mugs from 2017-2019 are also available. All pre-orders will ship starting Nov. 25.<\/span><\/p>\n

The new Christkindlmarket mugs and ornament will also be available in person when the market returns, though there are no guarantees they won\u2019t run out\u2014so go early!<\/span><\/p>\n

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Image Credit: Christkindlmarket<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Plan your trip now!<\/span><\/h2>\n

Christkindlmarket Chicago<\/b><\/a> (Nov. 19-Dec. 24)<\/b><\/p>\n

Daley Plaza, 50 W Washington St, Chicago, IL 60602<\/b><\/p>\n

Regular Hours:<\/span><\/p>\n