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Vienna's Christmas market takes place from 14 November until 24 December
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Under the big heated tent, traditional German food, bratwurst, potato pancakes, goulash and apple strudel will tempt your taste buds. Sip on warm Gluewhein as you listen to traditional Christmas carols or toast with a beer!
“The Lincoln Square Christkindl Market brings our square alive with tradition, family and fun during the holiday season, and that’s what makes Lincoln Square unique. The chamber is proud to be a co-host of this fine event once again and is thrilled to have the support of 47th Ward Alderman Gene Schulter,” said Melissa Flynn, Executive Director of the Lincoln Square Chamber of Commerce.
Dozens of community and high school choirs will sing during the day at the festival and at night a mixture of rock and jazz. There will also be a “Kids Korner” featuring entertainment, arts and crafts and gingerbread cookie decorating. St. Nicholas will also make an appearance at the market everyday.
“The Lincoln Square Christkindl Market is a wonderful event for kids of all ages. St. Matthias is proud to host this event and to help keep the rich German traditions alive in the German neighborhood,” said Rev. John Sanaghan, St. Matthias Parish.
Musical entertainment headlining the three-day market includes “Out For Hours” on Friday, “Captain Blood Orchestra” on Saturday and the “Sabertooth Jazz Quartet” on Sunday evening. Choral groups performing include the “Lincoln Park Singers”, “St. Matthias School Choir”,
“Northside College Prep Chorus”, “Waters Elementary School Choir”, “St. Hillary School Choir”, “The Sounds of Sweetness”, “The Waldorf School Choir and Orchestra Ensemble”. Other main stage entertainment includes “The Janes Dance Troupe” and “Susan Salidor”.
Hours for the three-day festival are Friday, December 4, 12:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m., Saturday, December 5, 9:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m., Sunday, December 6, 11:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. For more information on the market please check out www.lincolnsquareck.com.
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