DES MOINES, Iowa — Experience an enchanting German-style Christmas market in Des Moines this weekend. Christkindlmarket is returning with even more activities and vendors.

The Christkindlmarket features German and European-style foods and drinks, as well as other goods. Visitors will also get to enjoy polka music, choirs, and bell ringing performances at the entertainment hall. On Saturday night witness the Krampuslauf (running of the Krampuses), where people dress up in Krampus costumes and run/walk around the market.

WHO 13’s Jason Parkin was there on opening day to check out the festivities.

To learn more about the Christkindlmarket visit their website.