Illustrative photo Weihnachtsmarkt Balve, Balve, Germany 2026: Dates, Free Entry & Program
Weihnachtsmarkt Balve 2026 (Adventszauber am Drostenhaus) takes place on 5 and 6 December around Drostenplatz in Balve. This compact Sauerland Christmas market offers free admission, festive wooden huts, live music and mulled wine in the historic town centre.
Illustrative photo Rise Festival, Les Deux Alpes, France 2026/2027: Ski and Music Festival Dates, Line-up and Tickets
Rise Festival runs 5–12 December 2026 in Les Deux Alpes, France: a week of glacier skiing and electronic music across village and mountain stages. Official tickets and lift-pass packages are sold at rise-festival.com, with entry from about EUR 115.
Illustrative photo Living Nativity of Greccio 2026: The First Crib in History
In December 2026, Greccio brings back the historic reenactment of the very first nativity scene ever staged. Around the Franciscan sanctuary, several living scenes recreate the moment Saint Francis first brought the story to life here in 1223.
Illustrative photo Pyramidenandrehen Gommla 2026: Christmas Pyramid Lighting near Greiz
On December 5, 2026, the large Christmas pyramid is ceremonially lit at the Wendeschleife in Gommla near Greiz. A small Christmas market with mulled wine, stollen and a children's program rounds out this village Advent event.
Illustrative photo Christmas Market in the Old Kurpark, Bad Soden am Taunus, Germany 2026: Dates, Program and Travel Tips
The Christmas market in the Old Kurpark in Bad Soden am Taunus takes place on 5 and 6 December 2026 (Sat 15:00–22:00, Sun 12:00–20:00). Around 80 wooden huts, a petting zoo, a nativity and brass music define this free-admission spa-park market. The Apfelschmiede Neuenhain farm Christmas market adds extra Advent weekends from 28 November 2026.
Illustrative photo Toxicator 2026 in Mannheim, Germany – Hardstyle & Hardcore Indoor Festival
Toxicator 2026 takes place on 5 December from 20:00 to 06:00 at the Maimarkthalle in Mannheim. The indoor festival features Hardstyle, Hardcore and Hardtechno across three floors and ranks among the biggest harder-styles events in southern Germany. Tickets from approx. €69.
Illustrative photo Marché de Noël Saint-Ursanne 2026 – Medieval Christmas Magic on the Doubs
The Marché de Noël Saint-Ursanne 2026 takes place on 5 and 6 December in the medieval centre of the town on the Doubs. Over 100 artisans, an old carousel and festive atmosphere make the weekend a special experience with free admission.
Illustrative photo Weihnachtsmarkt Bad Berleburg-Arfeld 2026 – Dates, Schedule & Info
The Weihnachtsmarkt Bad Berleburg-Arfeld takes place on December 5, 2026, from 11:00 AM to midnight in Arfeld. Enjoy a cozy festive atmosphere with local crafts and traditional treats.
Illustrative photo Carcassonne Christmas Market – Magie de Noël, Program & Visitor Guide
Experience "Magie de Noël" in December 2026 inside the heart of Carcassonne's historic fortress. Enjoy a Christmas market set against a spectacular medieval backdrop featuring festive lights, crafts, and French delicacies.
Illustrative photo Fête des Lumières & Lyon Christmas Market 2026 – Program, Dates & Guide
Experience the magical combination of the Place Carnot Christmas Market and Lyon's world-famous Fête des Lumières from 5 to 8 December 2026, featuring spectacular light art and festive holiday cheer.
Illustrative photo Weihnachtsmarkt im Schlosshof Affing 2026 – Atmospheric Christmas Market in Bavaria
The Weihnachtsmarkt im Schlosshof Affing 2026 takes place on the second and third Advent weekends in the historic castle courtyard. Free admission, living nativity, St. Nicholas and regional specialties await visitors.
Illustrative photo Marché de Noël de Sion 2026: Christmas Market in the Heart of Valais
The Marché de Noël de Sion 2026 takes place from December 5 to 23 on the Place du Midi and in the Espace des Remparts in Sion. Around 80 craftspeople, free admission and the backdrop of the Valère and Tourbillon castle hills define the largest Christmas market in Valais.