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Alderney Landing to present annual Christkindlmarket
Alderney Landing’s free Christkindlmarket is open on Friday, Dec. 2, from 4 p.m. to 9 p.m., Saturday, Dec. 3, from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. (Farmer’s Market) & 2 p.m. to 9 p.m. and Sunday, Dec. 4 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. This traditional German market is held annually with a variety of performances and activities commemorating the best of Christmas.
“Join us at Alderney Landing’s authentic German Christkindlmarket for hot cider and food, live local music, and the magic of children singing in the Live Christmas Tree,” said Alderney Landing’s Executive Director Bea MacGregor. “Enjoy complimentary Merry-go-round performances, Maritime Marionette’s, DaPoPo Theatre performances and special treats for children.”
The Christkindlmarket is a place where entertainment and culture come together so children and adults can spend a special moment. Visitors can enjoy carousel rides, musical performances, family activities and much more. The main stage presents Lana Grant, Jason Price & Jimmie Inch on Friday, Dec 2, at 7:30 p.m. On Saturday, Dec. 3, it presents Port Malcolm at 7 p.m. and DeeDee Austin at 8 p.m.
Christkindlmarket’s origin goes back to the Middle Ages when farmers, tradespeople and artisans met around churches with song, food and small handmade gifts. In 1310, in Munich, Germany, it was called “Nikolausdult”. After the reformation of the church in the 16th century, Nikolaus, the gift giver, was replaced by Chriskindl (or Christ Child).
Christkindlmarkets became popular venues for selling toys and gifts. The festival is now celebrated all around the world.
Alderney Landing Community Cultural Centre is committed to being celebrated as a vibrant community gathering place and the heart of a dynamic Dartmouth experience.
For more information, please visit alderneylanding.com/events/christkindlmarket-2022/
