{"version":"1.0","provider_name":"da.news","provider_url":"https:\/\/da.news\/en\/","title":"Craft market draws crowds to Darmstadt's Friedensplatz - da.news","type":"rich","width":600,"height":338,"html":"<blockquote class=\"wp-embedded-content\" data-secret=\"N8XaqrBv36\"><a href=\"https:\/\/da.news\/en\/the-arts-and-crafts-market-attracts-visitors-to-darmstadts-friedensplatz-peace-square-\/\">Arts and crafts market attracts visitors to Darmstadt&apos;s Peace Square<\/a><\/blockquote><iframe sandbox=\"allow-scripts\" security=\"restricted\" src=\"https:\/\/da.news\/en\/the-arts-and-crafts-market-attracts-visitors-to-darmstadts-friedensplatz-peace-square-\/embed\/#?secret=N8XaqrBv36\" width=\"600\" height=\"338\" title=\"&amp;quot;Craft market attracts visitors to Darmstadt&amp;#39;s Friedensplatz&amp;quot; &#x2013; da.news\" data-secret=\"N8XaqrBv36\" frameborder=\"0\" marginwidth=\"0\" marginheight=\"0\" scrolling=\"no\" class=\"wp-embedded-content\"><\/iframe><script>\n\/*! 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At the traditional Darmstadt Arts and Crafts Market, artisans from the region and across Germany will present their work. Between the Hessian State Museum and the city center, visitors can browse for jewelry, ceramics, fashion, art objects, and home decor ideas. In addition to familiar exhibitors, numerous new stalls will be represented this year. The market is more than just a sales area. At many stalls, interested visitors can watch the artisans at work and talk to them. Among other things, jewelry making, wood carving, and the custom tailoring of leather belts will be demonstrated. Some products can be personalized on-site. Opening by Mayor Hanno Benz: The arts and crafts market will be officially opened by Darmstadt's Mayor Hanno Benz on Saturday, August 15, at 11:00 a.m. \"Anyone strolling across Friedensplatz will discover extraordinary, unique pieces, experience traditional and modern craftsmanship up close, and have the opportunity to talk to the people behind the works,\" says Benz. He adds that it is precisely this mix of tradition and innovation, as well as established and emerging artisans, that makes the market so exciting every year. Food and drinks will also be available, including specialty coffees, fresh juices and cakes, wines from the Odenwald winegrowers' cooperative Vinum Autmundis, falafel, and Korean specialties. On both days, the City Piano will provide musical entertainment. The City Furniture Boxes offer seating as well as games and interactive activities. The Darmstadt Arts and Crafts Market is once again supported this year by the science and technology company Merck. The market opens at 10 a.m. on both days. The market stalls are open from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Saturday, August 15, and from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Sunday, August 16. A visit can also be combined with various city and exhibition tours. Public tours of the UNESCO World Heritage Site, Mathildenh\u00f6he, are offered at 11 a.m., 2 p.m., and 3 p.m. on both Saturday and Sunday. Guided tours of the special exhibition \"A Step Ahead \u2013 125 Years of Mathildenh\u00f6he Darmstadt\" are offered at 3 p.m. on Saturday and at noon on Sunday. Other offerings include the culinary tour \"Darmstadt Market Chatter\" at noon on Saturday and the city walk \"You'll Be Amazed!\" at 11 a.m. on Sunday. At 10 a.m., the \"Yoga Meets Art\" program combines movement and mindfulness with a visit to the exhibition. Darmstadt Arts and Crafts Market 2026 When: Saturday, August 15, 10 a.m. to 7 p.m., and Sunday, August 16, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Where: Friedensplatz, Darmstadt Opening: Saturday, August 15, 11 a.m. (DARMSTADT RED\/DM) Featured images: Darmstadt Arts and Crafts Market. Photos: Darmstadt Marketing, R\u00fcdiger Dunker"}