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What if your next retail leadership role was somewhere truly special? Nestled in the heart of Leavenworth, Washington’s Bavarian-themed village, Kris Kringl is more than a retail store. We’re a year-round Christmas destination where families create traditions, collectors discover treasures, and visitors from around the world find a little holiday magic in every season. Family-owned since 1986, Kris Kringl has spent 40 years bringing Christmas joy to our community and visitors from ne …

If you’ve been waiting for the perfect time to plan a visit to Leavenworth, May might just be it. As the village shakes off winter and bursts into spring, every weekend brings something new to experience—festivals, music, traditions, and a whole lot of charm. Whether you’re planning a day trip or a full getaway, there’s truly one reason after another to be here. Here’s what’s happening this May: May 1–3Celebrate Celtic culture at the Cascade Celtic …

There are some traditions in Leavenworth that truly signal the start of a new season—and Village Art in the Park is one of them. Opening May 1, this beloved event returns for its 60th season, bringing creativity, color, and community spirit right to the heart of the village. What began decades ago has grown into a meaningful tradition that does more than showcase beautiful work—it helps support local artists, fund scholarships, and invest in arts education throughout the re …

There’s something magical about a clear blue sky—the way it lifts your mood, sparks possibility, and invites you to dream a little bigger. That feeling is at the heart of our newest MacKenzie-Childs collection: Sky Check. Inspired by open horizons and “blue sky thinking,” Sky Check is a fresh, optimistic pattern that brings a sense of calm, lightness, and joy into everyday life. Created in partnership with Pantone, this exclusive color chip is soft, airy, and effortl …

Meet Emanuele Fontanini this Friday, Dec. 12 from 2-5pm at Kris Kringl! Enter to win our raffle for your own Italian-painted nativity or select a piece to be signed. Our shop is the grand finale of a tour this year for Mr. Fontanini before he returns to Italy and we are so excited to have him in Leavenworth during the Christmastown: Village of Lights Celebration! Please join us!!! About Fontanini: The Fontanini Nativity story began in 1908, when Emanuele Fontanini started crafting nativity …