Illustrative photo Güstrow Christmas Market 2026 – Advent on the Market Square in Güstrow
The Güstrow Christmas Market 2026 (Advent on the Market) takes place on the historic market square in front of the town hall. With an ice stock track, mulled wine parties, family days and regional specialities, the Barlach City offers a cosy Advent atmosphere. Exact dates will be announced; admission is free.
Illustrative photo Sternschnuppenmarkt Emsdetten, Germany 2026: Dates, Program and Christmas Market
The Sternschnuppenmarkt in Emsdetten runs from 4 to 6 December 2026 in the city centre around St. Pankratius Church, Brink and Frauenstrasse. This free Advent market combines wooden huts, live music and a Sunday shopping opening. It is organised by Verkehrsverein Emsdetten e. V.
Illustrative photo Lauenburg Christmas Market 2026 – Castle Square on the Elbe
The Lauenburg Christmas Market around the castle and Schlossturm is the town’s free three-day hillside fair on the Elbe, run by the WVL. It traditionally falls on the second Advent weekend; 2026 dates were not yet official in September. Frau Holle, fairy-tale figures, the Advent light and decorated Elbstraße make Lauenburg a atmospheric stop between Hamburg and Lüneburg.
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Illustrative photo Weihnachtsmarkt Epe in Gronau, Germany 2026: Dates, Program & Visitor Tips
Weihnachtsmarkt Epe 2026 takes place from 4 to 6 December on the festival ground at Ahauser Straße and along Merschstraße in Gronau-Epe. The free local Advent market features decorated stalls, regional products and festive atmosphere. ---
Illustrative photo Füssen Advent Market in Füssen, Germany 2026: Dates, Programme & Visitor Tips
The Füssen Advent Market 2026 takes place from 4–6 and 11–13 December at the baroque Klosterhof St. Mang in Fussen. Free admission, romantic atmosphere, crafts and mulled wine await visitors in a historic setting. ---
Illustrative photo BIMFest 2026 in Sint-Niklaas, Belgium – EBM, Wave & Gothic Festival
BIMFest 2026 takes place on 4 and 5 December at De Casino in Sint-Niklaas, Belgium. The 24th edition of the Belgian Independent Music Festival offers two days of EBM, industrial, darkwave and alternative electronics with strong international and Belgian acts. Tickets from around €60 (combi).
Illustrative photo Briger Chrischchindlimärt: Christmas Market in Brig's Old Town
The Briger Chrischchindlimärt fills Brig's old town with a festive Christmas market of handicrafts, mulled wine and family activities from December 4 to 8, 2026.
Illustrative photo Miltenberg Christmas Market 2026 – Traditional Advent Market in the Half-Timbered Town on the Main
The free Miltenberg Christmas Market 2026 takes place on three Advent weekends (4–6, 11–13 and 18–20 December) in the historic half-timbered old town. Enjoy mulled wine, arts and crafts and live music at the Old Town Hall, Schnatterloch square and Mildenburg Castle courtyard.
Illustrative photo Lumineuze Nachten Kasteel de Haar 2026: Winter Light Festival at the Netherlands Largest Castle
From December 4, 2026 to January 3, 2027, Lumineuze Nachten transforms the park of Kasteel de Haar in Haarzuilens into a glowing winter setting filled with video mapping, light installations and a symphonic soundtrack.
Illustrative photo Verve / La Folie Andermatt 2026 – Techno Festival, Ski Party and Winter Music in Switzerland
Verve Andermatt runs on 4–5 December 2026 at the Parkplatz Eiboden festival grounds in Andermatt: an alpine techno weekend with three stages, optional skiing on Gemsstock and tickets from about EUR 59. La Folie d’Andermatt is the smaller ski-and-daydance format at The Swiss House; its last confirmed edition was 24–25 January 2026.
Illustrative photo Winter in Antwerp 2026 – Christmas Market, Ferris Wheel & Program
From Dec 4, 2026, to Jan 3, 2027, "Winter in Antwerp" enchants its visitors. Stretching from the riverbank to the majestic cathedral, this luxurious Christmas market features a giant Ferris wheel, an ice rink, and premium culinary delights in the heart of the Old Town.