Journey all the way to the heart of Germany, without stepping on a plane, when you visit Rolla this holiday season. The sister city of Sondershausen, Germany, Rolla celebrates the magic of an authentic German Christmas every December with its annual Christkindl Market in Missouri. The two-day holiday market, in fact, has earned recognition as one of the best Christmas markets in the country.

Circle the weekend of Friday, December 6, and Saturday, December 7, 2019, on your calendar, so you don’t miss the fun-filled, authentic German Christkindl Markt in Rolla.

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The weekend’s festivities kick off on Friday evening with the downtown lighting ceremony of Rolla’s Official Christmas tree.

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In the mood for a bit of polka? Wear your dancing shoes, because Friday night is all about polka during the Polka Party, set for 7 p.m. at Public House Brewing Company.

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Saturday’s also jam-packed with activities — from breakfast with Santa from 8 a.m. to 10 a.m. at The Ozark Actors Theater to the Rolla Christmas Parade at 10 a.m.

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Other fun activities on Saturday include a live nativity, a performance by the Ozark Spirit Cloggers, and a performance of the Story of St. Nicholaus.

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If you like authentic German food, you’re in for a real treat during the weekend’s festivities. Come hungry, because you’ll have the opportunity to indulge in schnitzel, bratwurst, and pretzels.

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Save plenty of room, too, for a full menu of German goodies. What’s your favorite — the Apfelstrudel, the Stollen, or the Zimtsterne?

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What would an authentic Christmas market be without the vendors? Bring your shopping list along, so you can find unique gifts for everyone on your list.

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Click here for the official website of Christkindl Markt. Or, go here for Facebook.

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Have you ever been to this Christmas market in Missouri? Share your experience in the comments! Still planning your activities for the holiday season? Don’t forget to add one or all of these 11 Christmas light displays in Missouri that deserve a visit.

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