Why You Should Go...

The annual Cambria Christmas Market in Cambria, California, offers a delightful German-inspired holiday experience for guests of all ages! Step into a magical wonderland with 3 million twinkling lights, take a merry train ride, take a seat on the carousel, hand-deliver your Christmas wish list to Santa and enjoy live music on two stages.

Sip on traditional German gluhwein or a beer in the family-friendly Biergarten, while enjoying an array of international cuisines and seasonal treats. Stroll through the authentic German Vendor Market brimming with locally handmade gifts and imported German treasures, including handcrafted nutcrackers and ornaments.

This holiday extravaganza is designed to create cherished memories and celebrate the most magical time of the year. For the ultimate experience, stay just steps away from the event at Cambria Pines Lodge, where a special overnight package includes event admission, parking and breakfast-making for a festive and stress-free holiday getaway.

Why You Should Go...

The annual Cambria Christmas Market in Cambria, California, offers a delightful German-inspired holiday experience for guests of all ages! Step into a magical wonderland with 3 million twinkling lights, take a merry train ride, take a seat on the carousel, hand-deliver your Christmas wish list to Santa and enjoy live music on two stages.

Sip on traditional German gluhwein or a beer in the family-friendly Biergarten, while enjoying an array of international cuisines and seasonal treats. Stroll through the authentic German Vendor Market brimming with locally handmade gifts and imported German treasures, including handcrafted nutcrackers and ornaments.

This holiday extravaganza is designed to create cherished memories and celebrate the most magical time of the year. For the ultimate experience, stay just steps away from the event at Cambria Pines Lodge, where a special overnight package includes event admission, parking and breakfast-making for a festive and stress-free holiday getaway.

What You Should Know...

Open: Seasonally: November, December

Hours:

5:00pm - 9:00pm, Daily

Payment: MC, Visa, AMEX, Discover

Parking: Street

Available: Self-Guided Tour, Café

We are a pet-friendly event! Book a pet-friendly room at Cambria Pines Lodge and walk to the event with your pup, only steps away from the magic! Or purchase VIP Parking at the Lodge or Cambria Nursery. Please note that dogs are not allowed on the complimentary shuttle buses.

Find the perfect accommodations and enjoy a magical Christmas getaway that includes entry to the Cambria Christmas Market. This package is available at our partner hotels, including Cambria Pines Lodge, Sea Otter Inn, and the J. Patrick House & Inn.

The Cambria Christmas Market features a German-inspired artisan vendor market and an array of festive food & drink options! This is a cashless event, please bring a debit or credit card for all food, drink, and vendor purchases.

With strong German ties and a love for the holiday season, our Christmas Market is a joyful way to share cherished traditions. Inspired by the Weihnachtsmärkte of Germany, it features open-air stalls with festive food, drinks, goods, and seasonal delights for all to enjoy.

Inspired by German heritage and authentic Christmas Markets, we offer collectible mugs, lebkuchen, gluhwein, and a Krampus light display. This festive experience brings holiday magic and cherished memories to make the season truly special.

In 2019, during its exciting seventh season, ABC’s popular primetime holiday show, The Great Christmas Light Fight, featured the magical Cambria Christmas Market, showcasing its dazzling light displays and festive atmosphere to a nationwide audience of holiday enthusiasts.