HUNTSVILLE – Arts Huntsville and The Orion Amphitheater invite the community to get festive next month at Christkindlmarket Huntsville.
Combining German and European tradition with local flair, the free event will feature a unique holiday shopping experience with more than 60 juried artists and a blend of holiday food, drink and music Dec. 9-11 at The Orion Amphitheater.
Christkindlmarket Huntsville offers shoppers the opportunity to find that one-of-a-kind gift for someone special from long-time favorite artists and 18 artists who have not shown work at an Arts Huntsville event. Juried artists’ mediums include painting, drawing, mixed media, clay, glass, jewelry, fiber, photography, sculpture and wood.
The Orion will offer a specialty food selection of Bavarian treats available for purchase along with holiday activities.
The Christkindlmarket Huntsville hours are 5 to 8 p.m. Dec. 9; noon to 8 p.m. Dec. 10; and noon to 5 p.m. Dec. 11. Onsite parking is free during the event.
“This holiday season, Arts Huntsville is excited partner with The Orion to welcome the community to a holiday shopping market like none other Huntsville has experienced before,” Arts Huntsville Executive Director Allison Dillon-Jauken said. “High-quality art selections in all price ranges make amazing holiday gifts, while at the same time support our Alabama artists.
“When you add specialty Bavarian food accompanied with holiday sounds, Christkindlmarket Huntsville will truly be a special time to make memories with your loved ones.”
Musical performances will be held throughout the three-day market.
- Dec. 9 – music from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.
- Dec. 10 – Winslow Davis from 12:30 to 2:30 p.m., Alex D. Banks II from 3 to 5 p.m. and Preston Watts from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.
- Dec. 11 – Gabe Larose will share his music from 12:30 to 2:30 p.m. with Karmessa and Micah closing out the market from 3 to 5 p.m.
“We are thrilled to partner with Arts Huntsville for Christkindlmarket Huntsville,” said Dianya Markovits, Orion Amphitheater cultural programming manager. “By featuring a multitude of talented artists alongside live entertainment, food and fun will make for a fantastic three-day, arts-focused holiday market.
“It’s an incredibly fun way to celebrate the holidays as a community.”
For information, visit, http://www.artshuntsville.org/christkindlmarket/ and www.theorionhuntsville.com.
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