Frequently Asked Questions

The weekend kicks off on Friday, November 20 with the evening opening ceremony and dinner starting at 6:30 PM EST. All markt sites officially open on Saturday, November 21 from 9 am - 5 pm EST and reopen on Sunday, November 22 from 10 am - 4 pm EST.

The markt is held in Ferdinand, IN. Ferdinand is located on State Road 162, 1/4 mile north of I-64, Exit 63, which is one hour west of Louisville, KY, and 45 minutes east of Evansville, IN. You can find parking and shuttle information on our Transportation Parking & Shuttle Page.

Free parking is available at designated lots throughout Ferdinand. Parking is limited, and we encourage you to park in one spot for the day and use the free shuttle service or walking paths between sites. Please visit our Transportation Parking & Shuttle Page for more information on the shuttle routes and parking lot locations.

Vendors offer traditional German fare, wine, craft beer, hot cocoa and holiday treats, alongside options from local Ferdinand restaurants. Along with traditional German delicacies, plenty of variety exists throughout the sites, including breakfast options, soups, burgers, sandwiches, pizza, BBQ, Mexican cuisine and more! There's something for everyone!

Yes, the markt grounds are paved and accessible for strollers and wheelchairs, with accessible parking available near the main entrances of each site. The site location maps have accessible entrances marked.

No tickets are required. Admission to the markt is free.

The markt takes place rain, snow or shine. In the event of severe weather, updates will be posted on our website and social media.

Visit our Vendor Info page for details on booth availability, requirements and how to submit an application for next year’s markt.