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Free Festivals and Events in Europe 2026-2027

From free city festivals to open-air concerts – here you'll find 1434 free events across Europe you shouldn't miss in 2026-2027.

Saalfeld Christmas Market 2026: Advent in the Fairy Grottoes Town Illustrative photo
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Saalfeld Christmas Market 2026: Advent in the Fairy Grottoes Town

The Saalfeld Christmas Market 2026 runs from November 26 to December 20 on Marktplatz Square, complemented by the Eiszauber ice rink and six small village markets in Obernitz, Unterwellenbach, Arnsgereuth, Schmiedefeld, Reichmannsdorf and Volkmannsdorf.

Nov 26, 2026
🇩🇪 Saalfeld, Germany
Weihnachtszauber Schwäbisch Hall 2026 – Christmas Market in the Old Town Illustrative photo
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Weihnachtszauber Schwäbisch Hall 2026 – Christmas Market in the Old Town

The Weihnachtszauber Schwäbisch Hall 2026 runs daily from 26 November to 20 December across the historic old town. Centred on the market square and St. Michael's church, the four-week programme includes Christmas market stalls, artisan crafts, theatre performances and night watchman tours, all with free admission.

Nov 26, 2026
🇩🇪 Schwäbisch Hall, Germany
Bad Salzungen Christmas Markets 2026: Advent in the Historic Spa Town Illustrative photo
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Bad Salzungen Christmas Markets 2026: Advent in the Historic Spa Town

The 2026 Christmas markets in Bad Salzungen turn the historic market square and the Gradiergarten spa park into a festive winter setting. Alongside the classic market near the spa park and Burgsee lake, a compact Advent market with regional crafts draws visitors on the first Sunday of Advent.

Nov 27, 2026
🇩🇪 Bad Salzungen, Germany
Wonderland Lisboa 2026/2027: Lisbon's Biggest Christmas Market at Parque Eduardo VII Illustrative photo
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Wonderland Lisboa 2026/2027: Lisbon's Biggest Christmas Market at Parque Eduardo VII

From late November 2026 to early January 2027, Wonderland Lisboa turns Parque Eduardo VII into Portugal's biggest Christmas market. Enjoy an ice rink, Ferris wheel and dozens of artisan stalls with free entry.

Nov 27, 2026
🇵🇹 Lisbon, Portugal
Altenburg Christmas Market 2026: Advent in the Home of Skat Illustrative photo
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Altenburg Christmas Market 2026: Advent in the Home of Skat

The Altenburg Christmas Market 2026 runs from November 27 to December 29 on the historic market square. Set against a baroque backdrop, visitors enjoy free admission, a wood turning demonstration and regional specialties such as Altenburg goat cheese.

Nov 27, 2026
🇩🇪 Altenburg, Germany
Chur Christmas Market 2026: Festive Charm in Switzerland's Oldest Town Illustrative photo
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Chur Christmas Market 2026: Festive Charm in Switzerland's Oldest Town

The Chur Christmas Market 2026 takes place on November 27 and 28 in the old town of Chur. Over 160 stalls offer handmade goods, regional specialties and festive atmosphere with free admission.

Nov 27, 2026
🇨🇭 Chur, Switzerland
Bischofszell Advent Market 2026 – 30th Edition in the Old Town Illustrative photo
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Bischofszell Advent Market 2026 – 30th Edition in the Old Town

Bischofszell Advent Market 2026 (27–29 November) is the 30th edition of one of Eastern Switzerland’s densest old-town markets: 120-plus stalls, Friday 18:00 opening at the town hall, eight food huts, free entry. A first-Advent weekend market – ideal before Sternenmarkt St. Gallen or Weinfelden.

Nov 27, 2026
🇨🇭 Bischofszell, Switzerland
Alsace Christmas Markets 2026 – Kaysersberg, Riquewihr & Eguisheim Illustrative photo
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Alsace Christmas Markets 2026 – Kaysersberg, Riquewihr & Eguisheim

The 2026 Christmas markets in Kaysersberg (weekends only 27 Nov–20 Dec), Riquewihr and Eguisheim on the Alsace Wine Route offer authentic crafts, half-timbered houses and festive lights. Free admission – the most magical villages of Alsace in Advent.

Nov 27, 2026
🇫🇷 Kaysersberg, France
Apolda Lichterfest 2026: The Christmas Market in the Bell Town Illustrative photo
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Apolda Lichterfest 2026: The Christmas Market in the Bell Town

The Apolda Lichterfest 2026 runs from November 27 to 29 on the market square. This Christmas market in the Bell Town offers free admission, a fireworks display and the traditional stollen cutting ceremony.

Nov 27, 2026
🇩🇪 Apolda, Germany
Liège Christmas Market 2026: Village de Noël in the Old Town Illustrative photo
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Liège Christmas Market 2026: Village de Noël in the Old Town

The Liège Christmas Market runs from November 27 to December 29, 2026, and is considered Belgium's oldest and largest Christmas village. Around 200 chalets, an ice rink and festive lighting await visitors free of charge in the old town.

Nov 27, 2026
🇧🇪 Liège, Belgium
Nordhausen Christmas Market 2026: Advent by the Historic Town Hall Illustrative photo
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Nordhausen Christmas Market 2026: Advent by the Historic Town Hall

The Nordhausen Christmas Market 2026 runs from November 27 to December 20 around the historic town hall. Alongside the main market, Advent events across the old town add extra festive spirit with music, crafts and activities for children.

Nov 27, 2026
🇩🇪 Nordhausen, Germany
Bad Frankenhausen Christmas Market 2026: Advent in the Spa Town Illustrative photo
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Bad Frankenhausen Christmas Market 2026: Advent in the Spa Town

The Frankenhäuser Christmas Market 2026 runs from November 27 to 29 in Bad Frankenhausen. A free Advent market with a lantern parade, carousels and a Santa Claus visit at the foot of the Kyffhäuser mountains.

Nov 27, 2026
🇩🇪 Bad Frankenhausen, Germany