Holiday cheer comes alive in Bishop Hill as the annual Julmarknad, or Christmas Market, returns November 28 and 29, with festivities continuing into December. A highlight is the Cookie Walk at the Colony School, open from 9 AM to 3 PM on November 28 and 29. Visitors can buy homemade cookies and baked goods by the pound, with proceeds supporting the Bishop Hill United Methodist Church and the Bishop Hill Old Settlers’ Association. The Colony School also hosts the Advent Workshop, offering families a chance to create their own wreaths. Enjoy Swedish holiday traditions, music, and crafts throughout Bishop Hill as the season kicks off in festive style. The Colony School is located at 405 West Main Street. For more information, call 309-927-3899 or email [email protected].
Purchase your homemade cookies! (While Supplies Last)
$3 for 1/4 lb
$6 for 1/2 lb
$12 for 1 lb
Holiday cheer arrives early in Bishop Hill, Illinois, as the annual Julmarknad—or Christmas Market—returns. Festivities kick off November 28–29 and December 6, from 10 AM to 4 PM, with additional hours on November 30 and December 7, opening at 11 AM. Visitors can experience Swedish traditions featuring folk characters, classic holiday decorations, live music, and hands-on craft activities. Local shops, museums, and restaurants invite guests to discover unique Christmas gifts and seasonal treats, making Bishop Hill the perfect holiday destination for families and anyone seeking an old-world winter celebration.
Julmarknad events are sponsored, in part, by a grant from the Illinois Arts Council Agency, Community State Bank, BHHA, and the Barbro Osher Pro Suecia Foundation. Regional Media is the major media sponsor.
