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The Chester County Art Association (CCAA) and Downtown West Chester welcome families and people of all ages to experience holiday magic this December as the organization holds its fourth annual Christkindlmarkt, December 9 and December 10, 2023. This holiday market, which has become an annual tradition for those in Chester County, will feature over 75 vendors offering individually handcrafted and locally designed products. The event is free to the public and held at our NEW location in West Chester’s Gay Street, between Matlack and Darlington Streets. Four blocks will be filled with the perfect holiday gifts for everyone on your list.
“We are thrilled to ring in the holiday season with our friends and neighbors with the return of our Christkindlmarkt, the largest one that we have ever hosted,” notes Laurie Moran, Artist Liaison of CCAA. “I can’t think of a better way to celebrate the holidays than to open our doors to the greater West Chester community during this fun, family-friendly weekend.”
John O’Brien, Executive Director of Downtown West Chester, added, “We are very excited to have the Christkindlmarkt at the new location at Downtown West Chester. West Chester offers a vibrant retail experience for customers, and we are looking forward to showing that off to returning and first-time visitors to our town.”
Guests who attend will be able to shop local this season and support artists while doing it. Vendors located throughout downtown West Chester will sell art, ceramics, jewelry, homewares, food, and much more. Additionally, guests will be able to purchase gourmet chocolates, soaps, candles, fresh cocktail mixes, and other ideal seasonable gifts. Holiday tunes will fill the air, featuring live music by Dub C on Saturday 1-4PM and the Lenape Brass Band on Sunday from 12-1PM.
The Christkindlmarkt will be open 1-8PM on Saturday, December 9 and 11AM-4PM on Sunday, December 10. Admission is free. For more information, visit www.downtownwestchester.com/christkindlmarkt
ABOUT THE CHESTER COUNTY ART ASSOCIATION: Founded in 1931, the Chester County Art Association (CCAA) is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization dedicated to educating, inspiring, and connecting the people of Chester County to and through the arts. As a small non-profit arts center, we believe that art positively impacts everyone; we help develop individual abilities, foster art appreciation, and create a sense of artistic community. Fine arts/fine crafts classes and workshops teach fundamental concepts as well as advanced techniques. Art exhibitions, events, lectures, and artist talks provide learning opportunities and creative dialogue in welcoming spaces. Our continually expanding art programs for all ages include oil painting, acrylic, watercolor, pastel, figure drawing, sculpture, ceramics photography, digital art, printmaking, mixed media, fiber arts, and jewelry. More information at chestercountyarts.org.
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