The sights, sounds, and smells of Germany will soon fill the air as Christkindlmarket comes to Best Place at the Historic Pabst Brewery! Taking place Nov. 17-20, this indoor-outdoor market aims to bring the experience of an authentic German Christmas market to Milwaukee through shopping, entertainment, food, and, of course, plenty of beer!

Illuminated by string lights, vendor booths will sell everything from figurines and ornaments to handmade clothing and imported European chocolates. After checking a few items off your gift list, refuel with a bratwurst, schnitzel, and a pretzel, then wash it down with some hot spiced wine or a German-style beer. As for entertainment, you can expect roaming accordion players, performances by Polka dancers, and keg-tapping ceremonies. Best of all, admission to the Milwaukee Christkindlmarket is totally free!

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