Prepare for the holidays by attending the 2024 Julmarknad (Christmas Market) in historic Bishop Hill, IL. Hours are 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. November 29, November 30, and December 7. On December 1 and 8, the hours are from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. The daily attractions include Swedish folk characters, traditional Swedish holiday decorations, holiday music, craft activities, and Christmas gifts for sale. All our shops, museums, and restaurants will be open to satisfy your holiday needs.
Guests will also enjoy the Julbock, the Christmas Goat. This trickster from Scandinavian nations entertains young and old with its antics. You will never know when and where he will appear so keep your eye out for him.
For more information about Julmarknad activities, please view www.bishophillheritage.org or call 309-927-3899. Julmarknad events are financed by the Bishop Hill Arts Council, Community State Bank, Illinois Arts Council, Bill and Susan Sherrard Foundation, Barbro Osher Pro Suecia Foundation, and SWEA-Chicago. Regional Media is our major media sponsor.
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