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Couple at the Christkindl Markt

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Anyone age 18 or older is invited to enter this giveaway. You can enter once between 12 PM ET on November 1, 2025 and 11:59 PM ET on November 30, 2025. A winner will be selected by December 3, 2025 and will be notified by email.

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Family at the Christkindl Markt 2023

Christkindl Markt

The Christkindl Markt at the Downtown Market is inspired by the world-famous Christmas street markets that originated in Germany in the late Middle Ages and spread to other countries. The Downtown Market is transforming its outdoor space…

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Friends at Third Nature Brewery

Winter

The winter season is joyful in Grand Rapids. You won't want to miss any of the fun!