There are many holiday traditions and they vary between countries, regions, towns, and even families. Everyone has special ways they spend this season and one of the most popular events in Europe is Christmas Markets, often called Christkindlmarkt here in the states. Despite many German roots in the Bluegrass State, it’s hard to find one of these around here, but this year, 3rd Turn Oldham Gardens is hosting their first one and this German Christmas Market is sure to become a new Kentucky tradition.
This time of year, all over Europe, you’ll find Christmas Markets set up in town squares to celebrate the season. The one shown below is in Germany is an example of the festive nature of these events. Thankfully, a greenhouse brewery in Crestwood, near Louisville, decided it’s time Kentucky share in this tradition.
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3rd Turn Oldham Gardens will host its first annual Christkindlmarkt on December 14th and 15th this year. It will run from 4 p.m. to 10 p.m. each evening and is a wonderful way to celebrate the holidays and create a new tradition.
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3rd Turn Oldham Gardens is a former greenhouse, turned brewery, that serves 3rd Turn Brewing beers, bourbon slushes, and a variety of food choices. In the colder months, they warm the outdoors with fire pits and heaters, so don’t be afraid to visit when the temperatures drop.
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The brewery hosts a number of events throughout the year, such as the one shown below. Christkindlmarkt will have a similar setup, with many local vendors selling crafts and other items that will be perfect for wrapping up your holiday shopping list.
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Any good celebration has to include food, and of course, you’ll find delicious options at the market. The brewery has their standard offerings of things like large soft pretzels, BBQ, nachos, and more, as well as holiday treats that will all be available for purchase.
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Since this is the first year for the market, there aren’t any photos to share from years past. However, you can bet that the entire brewery will be filled with glowing lights and festive decor, as well as plenty of places to catch up with friends and family.
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The greenhouse atmosphere is lovely in the spring and summer, but it’s equally as magical with a soft blanket of snow. The rustic tables and other furnishings make for the perfect backdrop for Christkindlmarkt.
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You likely already have many holiday traditions here in Kentucky, but perhaps a night out at a German Christmas Market needs to be added to your list. Relax with friends, shop for gifts, sip on a local beer, and enjoy the good cheer of the holiday season.
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3rd Turn Oldham Brewing is the perfect spot for a Christkindlmarkt celebration, and you won’t want to miss this year’s event! Are you excited to head to this unique holiday gathering near Louisville? Are there any other German Christmas Markets in Kentucky that we should check out? Let us know in the comments!
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3rd Turn Oldham Gardens is located at 6300 Old Lagrange Rd., Crestwood, KY 40014. For more information on the Christkindlmarkt event, visit its Facebook page here.
And for more on 3rd Turn Oldham Gardens, a lovely greenhouse brewery in Kentucky, check out our previous article here.
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