Kris Kringle Market & Book Shoppe Brings Authors, Books & Holiday Shopping to Park Ridge
Looking for something a little more interesting than another trip to the mall? How about an afternoon filled with books, local authors, unique gifts, and a little holiday cheer?
The Kris Kringle Market & Book Shoppe is coming to Beer on the Wall in Park Ridge, Illinois, bringing together independent authors, local vendors, and book lovers for a festive afternoon of shopping and discovery.
On Sunday, November 15, you can meet the authors behind the stories, explore books from a variety of genres, and find unique gifts for everyone on your holiday shopping list.
Meet the Authors. Discover Your Next Favorite Book.
Whether you're shopping for a horror fanatic, a fantasy enthusiast, a romance reader, or the young reader in your life, there's something for just about everyone.
Meet local authors and browse books featuring:
Poetry and Children's Books
Young Adult
Horror and Paranormal
Science Fiction and Fantasy
Thrillers and Mystery
Romance
True Crime
Fiction and Non-Fiction
It's a great opportunity to discover independent authors, talk with the people behind the books, and pick up something special for the readers in your life.
Local Vendors Bring the Holiday Finds!
Books aren't the only things you'll find at the market. Local vendors will also be bringing unique gifts, handmade creations, bookish merchandise, and other unexpected treasures.
Looking for stocking stuffers? A one-of-a-kind gift? Something for yourself? You'll have plenty of opportunities to find something different.
And since the event is happening at Beer on the Wall, you can grab a drink, bring a friend, and make an afternoon of it!
Shop Local. Meet Authors. Celebrate the Holidays.
The Kris Kringle Market & Book Shoppe is a chance to support independent creators, discover new stories, and get a head start on holiday shopping without the usual mall madness.
EVENT DETAILS
📅 Sunday, November 15, 2026
⏰ 12 PM – 5 PM
📍 Beer on the Wall
106 Main Street, Park Ridge, IL 60068
Skip the ordinary. Shop independent. Discover something unexpected.
SAVE THE DATE and join us for an afternoon of books, authors, vendors, drinks, and holiday fun!