Is there an admission fee for the market?

No, admission to the market is free, though donations to the organizing parish are appreciated.

What kind of food is available at the event?

You can buy traditional pierogi to eat there or take home, plus various baked goods including apricot kolach rolls, German breakfast stollen, and Irish whiskey cakes.

Can children meet St. Nicholas here?

Yes, visitors have the opportunity to meet St. Nicholas at the market.

19th Annual St. Nicholas European Christmas Market

Name: 19th Annual St. Nicholas European Christmas Market
Start: 2026-12-04T15:00:00.000Z
End: 2026-12-04T22:00:00.000Z
Location: Raleigh

The 19th Annual St. Nicholas European Christmas Market is a festive holiday shopping event featuring imported goods and traditional foods from several European nations. Organized as a fundraiser by Sts. Cyril and Methodius Byzantine Catholic Parish, the market brings together specialty items from Ukraine, Poland, Germany, Slovakia, Scandinavia, and the British Isles. What to Know: The market takes place at the Agri Supply Exposition Center at the NC State Fairgrounds on Friday, December 4, and Saturday, December 5, 2026. Admission is free, though the organizers appreciate donations. You can purchase traditional pierogi to eat on-site or take home, alongside baked goods like apricot kolach rolls, German breakfast stollen, and Irish whiskey cakes. Children can also meet St. Nicholas during the event. This market is an excellent weekend stop to check off your holiday shopping list with items you cannot find at standard big-box stores, all while enjoying authentic seasonal treats.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is there an admission fee for the market?: No, admission to the market is free, though donations to the organizing parish are appreciated.
What kind of food is available at the event?: You can buy traditional pierogi to eat there or take home, plus various baked goods including apricot kolach rolls, German breakfast stollen, and Irish whiskey cakes.
Can children meet St. Nicholas here?: Yes, visitors have the opportunity to meet St. Nicholas at the market.

Last updated September 30, 2026

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