Illustrative photo Fête des Lumières Lyon 2026 – Festival of Lights, Program & Visitor Guide
From 5 to 8 December 2026, the Fête des Lumières transforms Lyon into a glowing open-air museum. Four nights of free light installations by international artists illuminate the Old Town, the Presqu'île and the Fourvière Basilica. Admission free.
Illustrative photo Krampus Run 2026 in Austria: Dates, Traditions and Tips for Salzburg, Tyrol and Styria
Between mid November and early January, hundreds of Krampus runs take place across Salzburg, Tyrol and Styria, peaking on 5 and 6 December 2026. Expect fearsome masks, thundering bells and centuries old Alpine traditions, most of it free to watch.
Illustrative photo Fête des Lumières Lyon 2026 – Festival of Lights, Program & Visitor Guide
From 5 to 8 December 2026, the Fête des Lumières turns Lyon into the world's greatest open-air light art experience. Around 30 installations by international artists illuminate the city's squares, facades and rivers. Admission is entirely free.
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 Novi Sad Winterfest 2026 – Dates, Program & Visitor Guide
From 5 Dec 2026 to 7 Jan 2027, the Novi Sad Winterfest brings authentic Balkan Christmas spirit to Liberty Square. Highlights include the giant Singing Christmas Tree featuring daily choir performances and romantic horse-drawn carriage rides.
Illustrative photo Presepe Vivente nei Sassi di Matera 2026 – Living Nativity & Christmas Event
Experience the "Presepe Vivente" in Matera in December 2026 – a breathtaking living nativity performance brought to life through theatrical scenes inside the ancient cave dwellings of the Sassi.
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 Yule Lads Bath in Mývatn – Iceland's Unique Christmas Tradition
On 6 December 2026, Iceland's 13 Yule Lads invite visitors to join them for their once-a-year bath at Earth Lagoon Mývatn starting at 4:00 PM. A Christmas market at Skjólbrekka and a Yule Lads visit at Dimmuborgir complete the most magical winter day in North Iceland.
Illustrative photo Advent Market in Leonhardtstraße 2026 – Arts, Crafts & Neighbourhood Charm in Charlottenburg
On 6 December 2026 the Advent Market takes place on Leonhardtstraße in Berlin-Charlottenburg. The free arts and crafts market offers handmade unique items, local studios and culinary specialities in a relaxed neighbourhood atmosphere under old linden trees.
Illustrative photo Nikolaussonntag Rheine 2026 – St. Nicholas Market, Parade & Shopping Sunday
On 6 December 2026 the Nikolaussonntag takes place in Rheine. The St. Nicholas market opens on the historic market square, shops welcome visitors from 13:00 to 18:00 and St. Nicholas traditionally arrives by boat on the Ems around 17:00 in the city centre. ---
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