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Christmas is around the corner, so it’s time to partake in some of your favorite holiday traditions. Some of the best things to do are special to your hometown or home state, so Insider spotlighted the most unique traditions in every state. In Illinois, the Chicago Christkindlmarkt draws tons of visitors (both local and tourists). Here’s what you should know about it, according to Insider:
“The most famous American Christkindlmarkt (Christmas Market) is in Chicago. Styled after the traditional, centuries-old markets of Germany, this Christkindlmarkt features hundreds of vendors selling traditional crafts and trinkets from Germany, Austria, and local artisans.
“There's also plenty to eat and drink, like glühwein (mulled wine), hot cocoa, and giant German pretzels.
“The Daley Plaza location is open from November 19 to December 24, 2021, while the Wrigleyville location is opened through New Year's Eve.”
See the rest of the most unique Christmas traditions in the U.S. here.