It's official: the Christkindlmarket, a fixture of Chicago's holiday festivities, is downsizing to two locations this year, leaving Wrigleyville without its beloved German-style holiday market. The decision, spurred by a clash with the NHL Winter Classic, was confirmed by market organizers on Monday. According to ABC 7 Chicago, this means the market will be focusing its yuletide spirit solely on its Daley Plaza and Aurora's RiverEdge Park outposts.

The subtraction of Wrigleyville's market from Chicago's winter calendar marks a significant change for residents and visitors alike, who have grown accustomed to the festive ambiance that Christkindlmarket typically brings to the neighborhood. The event's organizers apologize for the inconvenience and express their aspiration to return in future years. "Due to the NHL Winter Classic and additional programming, the Christkindlmarket will not take place in Wrigleyville at Gallagher Way this year," as per WGN TV.

While the Wrigleyville site will be missed, those looking to indulge in the market's offerings will find solace in the fact that the Daley Plaza and RiverEdge Park markets remain unaffected by this change. These locations will be open for business from November 22 through December 24.