Description
We invite you to join us at our Willowbrook Campus for annual Christkindlmarkt, a centuries-old German holiday celebration. Enjoy festive food, drinks, music, holiday shopping, and crafts for all ages.
Thursday, December 3 | 5:00PM-7:30PM
Willowbrook Campus
20062 Laguna Canyon Road
Event highlights:
Live Tree Lighting Ceremony
Musical performances by Anneliese grade school students on The Willows' stage
Traditional craft stations for kids and adults
Artisan market offering locally sourced gifts available for purchase, including pop-up shops by:
NEW Anneliese Schools' spirit wear collection by Z SUPPLY
Handmade Jewelry by Angela
Bake sale and handcrafts fundraiser benefiting our partner grade school in Fiji
Non-alcoholic beverages (hot apple cider, hot cocoa)
A selection of scratch-made soups, bratwurst and fresh baked cookies available for purchase
Glühwein (mulled wine), wine, and beer available for purchase
Each child's admission ticket includes:
1 craft per station
non-alcoholic beverages
Each adult's admission ticket includes:
1 craft per station
non-alcoholic beverages
Important Information:
Students do not need to sign up to participate in the music performance. All students are welcome to join Maestro Andy. Please have your student arrive at the Willows by 5:15pm if they would like to sing on stage.
Willowbrook campus will close at 3:00PM on December 3 for all students. Please arrive during one of the pick-up windows below. If you have more than one child, please pick up at your oldest child’s pickup time.
Please note the following schedule of pick-up times:
K1 and K2: 1:45–2:00 p.m.
1st and 2nd Grade: 2:00–2:15 p.m.
3rd–6th Grade: 2:30–2:45 p.m.
KKS and KS: 2:45–3:00 p.m.
Parking:
LIMITED off-site parking is available with complimentary shuttle service to the event from Laguna Beach Public Parking Lot 16. Parking is first-come, first-served and NOT guaranteed: 1900 Laguna Canyon Road, Laguna Beach. Pick-up at Lot 16 will begin at 4:45PM and last drop-off will be at 7:45PM.
We highly recommend utilizing rideshare services (Lyft, Uber, etc.) as the easiest and SAFEST method to attend.
Date & Time
Thu, Dec 3, 2026 5:00 PM - 7:30 PM
Venue Details
Anneliese Schools, Willowbrook Campus
20062 Laguna Canyon RoadLaguna Beach, California 92651
