Event Details
Welcome to the Birmingham Frankfurt Christmas Market 2026
From 5 November to 24 December 2026, Victoria Square and New Street light up for the festive season. The Birmingham Frankfurt Christmas Market is widely recognized as the largest authentic German Christmas market outside of Germany and Austria, offering visitors a true taste of traditional European holiday cheer in the UK.
Highlights
- The largest authentic German Christmas market outside Germany and Austria
- Prime city-centre location stretching across Victoria Square and New Street
- Stalls offering traditional wooden toys, decorations, and crafts
- German culinary favorites including bratwurst, pretzels, glühwein, and wheat beer
- Free live music program featuring local and German performers on the Victoria Square stage
- Close proximity to Birmingham’s Ice Rink and Big Wheel at Centenary Square
- Vibrant festive atmosphere right in the heart of the city
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Program
The market is open daily from Monday to Thursday (11:00 AM – 9:00 PM), Fridays (11:00 AM – 9:30 PM), Saturdays (10:00 AM – 9:30 PM), and Sundays (10:00 AM – 9:00 PM). Visitors can enjoy a vibrant mix of shopping and a daily live music stage program. Note that on Remembrance Sunday (8 November), the market opens later at 1:00 PM.
Tickets
Admission to the Birmingham Frankfurt Christmas Market is completely free. No tickets or advance bookings are required to walk through Victoria Square and New Street and soak up the atmosphere.
Visitor Tips
- Visit during weekdays or early evenings to avoid massive weekend crowds.
- Use public transport as the market sits within the city's Clean Air Zone.
- Try classic treats like authentic bratwurst and warm mulled wine (glühwein).
- Combine your visit with other nearby attractions like the Big Wheel and ice skating.
- Dress warmly in layers as winter weather in the UK can be chilly.
