The Downtown Rochester Kris Kringle Market was inspired by the 700-year old tradition of the open-air Christmas markets throughout Europe. The event will feature one-of-a-kind shopping, specialty foods, fresh greens & wreaths and handcrafted gifts for the holiday.
2025
Friday, December 5 4:00 – 10:00 p.m.
Saturday, December 6 Noon – 10:00 p.m.
Kris Kringle Presenting Sponsor!
Warming Tent Sponsor
Event includes:
Shopping with over 60 + local vendors offering holiday decorations, unique gifts, and delectable food.
Live musical performances and caroling
Warming tent with hot-spice wine, beer from Rochester Mills.
Visits with Santa.
Santa will be available on Friday from 4:00 - 9:00 pm and Saturday, Noon - 9:00 pm
In addition to visits with Santa. Santa will conduct story time Friday at 7:00 pm and Saturday at 1:00 pm and 5:00 pm
Gingerbread village: child-size gingerbread houses to play
S’more station with the Rochester Lions Club