Czech Christmas Market 2026

About Czech Christmas Market 2026

Join us for the Czech Christmas Market 2026!

‘Tis the season to be jolly! The Embassy of the Czech Republic invites you to its annual Czech Christmas Market on November 7, 2026, from 9:00 am to 6:00 pm. We look forward to bringing you the magic of the season.

Browse stands filled with beautiful hand-crafted ornaments and glassware, Bohemian garnet, crystal and beaded jewelry, fine art photography, books & prints, and traditional liquors. Savor gingerbread and luxurious wines from the South Moravian region. Enjoy the taste and smell of mulled wine as well as an assortment of delicious Czech pastries and cuisine.

Adore the array of live animals for selfies. Listen to children of American Sokol Washington, DC, and Slavic American Sokol performing Czech Christmas carols. As a special treat this year, astrophysicist Václav Pavlík will present the presentation The Christmas Star, combining astronomy and live science demonstrations, with children’s workshops during the day.

EVENT DETAILS:

Date/Time: November 7, 2026, 9:00 am – 6:00 pm

Location: Embassy of the Czech Republic
3900 Spring of Freedom Street, NW, Washington, DC 20008

RSVP required for entrance: | Admission is free.
Please select a time slot to RSVP. If you cannot reserve a time slot, it may be full. Therefore, select another time for entrance.

Be sure to register the name of each person in your party for entry!

$$$$$$$$ BRING CASH $$$$$$$$ | Some of the vendors cannot accept credit cards, so please bring plenty of cash as well.

Embassy Policy: The Embassy of the Czech Republic disclaims and excludes any and all liability for any loss, injury, or damage, alleged to have been suffered by or as a result of or otherwise on its premises. No large bags are allowed. Small purses may be checked as you pass through security for entrance. RSVP confirmation and photo ID required. No pets allowed.

Parking: Limited non-metered parking is available on Spring of Freedom Street and Tilden Street.
Closest Metro: The Embassy is about a 15-20 minute walk from the Van Ness Metro Station.

PERFORMANCES

American Sokol Washington, DC

American Sokol Washington, DC, provides a sense of community for individuals and families of Czech, Slovak and Moravian heritage, as well as for any other interested persons. The non-profit organization offers an array of sports and outdoor-appreciation activities, and a variety of social, cultural and educational opportunities.

Slavic American Sokol
Slavic American Sokol promotes and provides education in the Czech, Slovak and other Slavic languages, folklore, culture and athletics.

Workshops & Presentation: The Christmas Star
Featuring: Václav Pavlík, Astrophysicist

Václav Pavlík is a Czech astrophysicist and researcher at the Astronomical Institute of the Czech Academy of Sciences. He is the editor-in-chief of the magazine Astropis and the author of the children’s books The Missing Star, Perseus and Andromeda, The Ever-Hungry Black Hole, and The Secret of the Northern Sky.

ORNAMENTS, GLASS & JEWELRY
European Trading Company
The European Trading Company imports hundreds of handmade Christmas glass ornaments from the Czech Republic. The company hand selects its collections from designers and artisans with centuries old skills and traditions of fine glass blowing and decorating, following the latest trends. Since 1994, the family business has imported millions of ornaments to the United States.

Granát Turnov
Granát, an art jewelry cooperative, is the manufacturer of breathtaking designs, incorporating Bohemian garnets, which are stones known for their unique deep red color. Located in Turnov, these stones, prized by royalty since the Middle Ages, can only be found in the Czech Republic. Extracted Bohemian garnets are sorted manually and only the highest quality gems are used for the production of jewelry. The cooperative, founded in 1953, has created exclusive presents for, among others, King Charles, President Obama, Madeleine Albright, Pope John Paul II and Pope Benedict XVI. Heart of Bohemia represents Granát Turnov in the United States.

Heart of Bohemia
Heart of Bohemia is an importer and retailer in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, specializing in authentic handmade items from the Czech Republic. The company offers a variety of crafts with a particular focus on traditional Bohemian garnet jewelry and mouth-blown glass Christmas ornaments from the Czech company Decor by Glassor. Heart of Bohemia also offers hand-decorated chicken and goose eggs created by traditional technique artist Zdeňka Kuncová.

Květná Glass & Fine Czech Wines
Experience the craftsmanship of Czech hand-blown glass with a special presentation and sale of Květná 1794 glassware, accompanied by a complimentary tasting of fine Czech wines. One of the world’s oldest continuously operating glassworks, Květná has been hand-blowing glass in Moravia since 1794. Explore a curated selection of colorful contemporary designs, gift sets and exceptionally delicate, ultra-thin drinkware, with each piece passing through 12 pairs of hands. While you browse, enjoy a complimentary tasting of fine Czech wines, presented by Wines of Czech Republic.

Preciosa
Preciosa's crystal jewelry and décor delight those who love beauty all around the world. Luxurious jewelry and sought-after fashion accessories are created in the cradle of the world’s glass jewelry industry. From the centuries-old tradition of Bohemian cut crystal, Preciosa enriches each creation with craftsmanship, skills and the latest technologies. Berkana USA represents Preciosa in the US.

Shelalee
Shelalee is a small business founded in 2012 in Northern Kentucky. Inspired by its founders’ Czech heritage, their handcrafted designs blend traditional techniques with modern artistry, featuring authentic Czech glass beads, sterling silver, and quality materials like wires and elastic cords sourced from the United States. Each piece is made in limited quantities, reflecting their commitment to sustainability and individuality.

PHOTOGRAPHS, PRINTS & BOOKS

Robinson’s Fine Prints
Robinson’s Fine Prints is an art gallery in the Midtown Scholar Bookstore, Harrisburg, PA, selling original prints from Europe, Asia, and the Americas. Prints by Czech artists from the past 100 years dominate the store’s collection of more than 1,500 artworks. Featured artists include Ladislav and Jana Hanka, Anna Grmelová, Emil Kotrba, and Karel Beneš.

Penfield Books
Penfield Books, based in Iowa City, has been publishing Award Winning books on Czech and Slovak subjects, including history, culture, cookbooks, and children's books, for 46 years. It remains the nation's leading publisher of Czech related titles.

Plamen Press
Plamen Press is an independent press focused on the publication and promotion of Central, Eastern and Southeastern European literature translated into English. As publishers, Plamen Press believes that its role is to use every means available to reanimate literary works for readers.

CRAFTS, TOYS & SOUVENIRS

National Czech & Slovak Museum & Library
Located in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, the National Czech & Slovak Museum & Library (NCSML) preserves, presents, and transcends unique stories of Czech and Slovak history and culture through innovative experiences and active engagement to reach cross-cultural audiences locally, nationally, and internationally. The Museum’s award-winning store proudly sells merchandise tied to Czech and Slovak roots, including unique and fun souvenirs.

Seneca Studio
Seneca Studio was created by Łukasz Machoń, who combines his mechanical engineering experience with his love for art and craftsmanship. His original handcrafted furnishings showcase high quality materials and attention to detail. Łukasz has created a one-of-a-kind limited offering of Czech themed products- including various ornaments, engraved Pilsner and rocks glasses, coasters, bottle openers, and flasks.

SunnyDayArt
Sunny Day Art is a family art studio and woodcraft shop founded in the Sunshine State in 2006. Their authentic “walnut babies” ornaments have been used as traditional Christmas décor in the Czech Republic for many centuries.

PASTRIES, COOKIES, SAVORY DISHES & MORE

Bakerium Katerina
Baked from scratch with top quality ingredients, Katerina uses recipes to make traditional Czech Christmas cookies, which are an integral part of Christmas for any Czech family. Her delicious creations follow recipes, which have been treasured in her family for generations. Katerina has now been keeping this wonderful tradition alive in the United States for almost three decades.

Kofola
Kofola Group is a modern, dynamic family-based beverage company from the Czech Republic and one of the world’s leading soft drinks producers in Central and Eastern Europe. Kofola, its original soft drink dating to 1960, is defined by a blend of 14 fruit and herbal extracts, using 1/3 less sugar than other colas. The group will also offer its lemonade Vinea and traditional Czech wafters such as Mila and Horalky.

La Bohemia Bakery
La Bohemia Bakery is a European artisan bakery located in Rockville, Maryland. Its priority is bringing authentic quality European baked goods to customers at an affordable price. The bakery’s menu includes pastries, tarts and cakes, savory baked goods, and breads.

Marlenka International Ltd.
Marlenka is a well-known Czech brand celebrated for its rich, spiced flavors, derived from honey, nuts, and a creamy frosting made with either condensed milk or sour cream. Marlenka International, the company behind the brand, follows the family recipes of its founder to create a wide variety of delicious products, such as honey cakes. All offerings are free from artificial colors and preservatives, with gluten-free options also available.

Taste of Prague
Taste of Prague is a family-owned Czech food truck committed to preserving and promoting Czech culture through authentic cuisine. Drawing inspiration from traditional family recipes, Taste of Prague proudly serves traditional Czech national dishes such as Svíčková, the popular classic meal consisting of tender braised beef served with a rich vegetable cream sauce, Vepřo knedlo zelo, a hearty dish of slow roasted pork, bread dumplings and sauerkraut, and last but not least, delicious Goulash.

WINE & SPIRITS

Becherovka
Becherovka is a traditional Czech herbal liqueur that has been crafted in the spa town of Karlovy Vary since 1807. Created by Josef Vitus Becher, its recipe combines a carefully balanced blend of 21 herbs and spices sourced from around the world. The exact formula remains one of the best-kept secrets—known to only two people in the world. Using pure Karlovy Vary water and high-quality spirits, Becherovka achieves its unmistakable bittersweet flavor. Often called the “thirteenth spring” of Karlovy Vary, it stands as a proud symbol of Czech heritage and culture.

R. Jelínek
R. Jelínek, is a producer of Jelinek Slivovitz, a national brand and plum brandy originating from the Plum Valley in the Czech Republic. Other than creating one of the most iconic spirits in the world R. Jelinek also specializes in the creation of Pear Williams Brandy, Bohemia Apricot Brandy, Cherry Liqueur as well as a variety of additional spirits and liqueurs. Established by the Jelínek family in 1894, the privately owned company continues to adhere to its tradition of kosher distillery production. Exporting the popular brandy to the United States since 1934, it currently distributes in over 35 different states.

Spevak Winery
Spevak winery is a small family-owned winery based on the philosophy that a good quality wine is born in the vineyard, not the winery. All the grapes used for wine production are sustainably grown and hand-picked on the Spevak Estate. Discover the taste of the Czech Republic - a selection of unique wines from Spevak winery representing the art and craftsmanship of the Moravian wine makers, imported by Willis International in the US.

FARMS & LIVE ANIMALS

Frederick County Sheep Breeders
The Frederick County Sheep Breeders is a Maryland-based sheep and goat producers’ association. Its purpose is to promote as well as to educate the public regarding sheep, goat and lamb activities in Maryland.

Whispering Meadows Alpaca Breeders
Whispering Meadows Alpaca Breeders is a family run business with a successful 4H program educating youth on alpacas and agriculture. It will be selling wool and alpaca stockings, hats, figurines, and other items. Lambs, goats, and alpacas will be on hand for selfies and cuddles.