Old World Christkindlmarkt​ | St Marys

Sierra Club Outing: St. Marys Christkindlmarkt 🌟🎄

Join us for a Sierra Club outing to the Old World Christkindlmarkt at the Flint Hills Shakespeare Festival grounds in St. Marys, Kansas, which is open from 5PM - 9PM. This outing provides an opportunity to enjoy a community event while supporting our mission to explore and appreciate local culture and traditions.

Those who arrive on time at 5PM will start out together with the host and his guest, which helps foster a sense of community and camaraderie right from the beginning. This will ensure everyone can enjoy the festive atmosphere together for a time, before dispersing to explore the market individually or in small groups. Technically speaking, from an Outings Policy standpoint, this will be deemed an early sign out. Once we disperse, given folks are signed out, they will no longer be participants, though we hope to see each other throughout the evening as we joyfully explore the Christkindlmarkt. Let’s enjoy the freedom to wander while knowing we’re all part of this festive experience together!

Everyone will be free to explore the market at their own pace, soaking up the holiday spirit 🎅, enjoying warm cider 🥤, and taking in the delightful aroma of mulled wine drinks. This is a perfect chance to connect with fellow Sierra Club members in a relaxed and joyous setting.

The market brings together local makers, growers, and other small businesses to bring you something uniquely wonderful. ❄️Browse items from all across the state and beyond from vendors showcasing handmade, locally-crafted items that make truly heirloom-worthy gifts at many price points.

Keep an eye on the weather forecast 🌦️; late November can be unpredictable—sometimes balmy, sometimes icy/snowy. Factor the weather into both your attire and the time you allot to drive there and back. On your own: consider the possibility of eating dinner in St. Marys beforehand and staying over afterwards. 🕰️🚗🍽️

For more information about the event, visit the Flint Hills Shakespeare Festival website and check out these must-watch videos here (2022) and here (2023). Be sure to review any inclement weather updates on the website as well.

Directions: Here's what the Flint HIlls Shakespeare website shows 🗺️

Pets: No pets, please. 🐾

Parking: Parking is onsite in the field adjacent to the festival grounds. 🚗

Please note: Tickets are on your own. 🎟️

During the sign-in process, all participants must sign the standard participant agreement

Come create magical memories with us at the ChristKindlMarkt. See you there! 🎄🔔

The Outing officially begins & ends on the dates & the location designated by Sierra Club, there at the ChristKindlMarkt. The Outing does not include carpooling — at your discretion — transportation or transit to & from the Outing; each participant is personally responsible for all risks associated with this travel. Account for travel time when planning; we just show together time.

🚫 There are no vaccine, mask, or testing mandates. 😷
🤒 If you’re sick, please do not attend. 🏥
🤧 If you develop symptoms/illness during the Outing, you may be removed for your & others’ safety. 🚑
Knowing the above, it is your choice to attend the Outing. 🤔