Brighten up your holidays and enjoy a cherished tradition with a visit to the Christkindlmarket at RiverEdge Park in Aurora.
The Christkindlmarket is delighted to announce the return of its cherished holiday tradition for its 29th season at Daley Plaza in Chicago, its 4th year at RiverEdge Park in Aurora, and its return to Gallagher Way in Wrigleyville. The Chicago and Aurora locations will open on Friday, November 21, 2025, while Wrigleyville will welcome visitors starting Sunday, November 23, 2025. All three markets are admission-free, featuring authentic vendors, live entertainment, and special events to create a festive holiday atmosphere.
Visit Christkindlmarket website for more details, vendors, events, hotel and parking specials. Every location page has a “Plan Your Visit” section that will continuously be updated.
Regular Hours:
Thursdays: 11am – 7pm
Fridays and Saturdays: 11am – 9pm
Sundays: 11am – 6pm
Special Hours:
Thanksgiving (November 27): 11 am – 4 pm
December 22 and December 23: 11 am – 7 pm
Christmas Eve (December 24): 11 am – 4 pm
Parking Options
CITY OF AURORA RIVER STREET PARKING LOTS – FREE PARKING!
309 N. River St. Aurora, IL, 60506
Free parking is available on the west side of the river at Lot W, Lot X, Lot Y and Lot A on River Street north of New York St. Patrons can enter the park via the new pedestrian bridge. Watch an instructional video here.
Handicap parking is also available in this lot.
AURORA TRANSPORTATION CENTER OVERFLOW PARKING LOT – PRICE: $2
130 N. Lincoln Ave, Aurora, IL, 60505
Patrons may pay at the Pay Stations or with the ParkMobile App (Zone #3406). Pay stations accept cash (exact change only) or credit. If you fail to pay for parking, you will be ticketed. To pay for parking, use one of the pay stations located near the entrance to the Metra Station and on the north side of the lot near the post office. To learn more, you can watch this video.
Parking is limited at this location. Handicap parking is also available in this lot.
AURORA ROUTE 59 METRA SOUTH WEST PARKING LOT- PRICE: $2-$3
1090 North Route 59, Aurora, IL 60504
Patrons can park at The Route 59 Metra train station parking lot for under $3. For $7 on weekends patrons can then take a quick 12-minute train ride to the Aurora Transportation Center to avoid any traffic congestion. Patrons may pay with cash, credit card, by smartphone using the ParkMobile app, or using a pre-paid parking card. Here is the link to Metra for all train-related information: https://www.metra.com/train-lines/stations/route-59
Handicap parking is also available in this lot.
AURORA TRANSPORTATION CENTER MAIN PARKING LOT – PRICE: $10
233 North Broadway, Aurora, IL, 60505
Patrons may pay at the Pay Stations or with the ParkMobile App (Zone #3404). Pay stations accept cash (exact change only) or credit. If you fail to pay for parking, you will be ticketed. To pay for parking, use one of the pay stations located near the entrance to the Metra Station and on the north side of the lot near the post office. To learn more, you can watch this video.
Parking is limited at this location. Handicap parking is also available in this lot.
RiverEdge Park and the City of Aurora are not liable for damage to cars in the ATC parking lot.
Visitors will be able to purchase the beloved souvenir items at all locations.
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VISIT OFFICIAL CHRISTKINDLMARKET SITE
