Events in Germany 2026-2027

Germany is one of Europe's most diverse event destinations – from world-famous Christmas markets in Cologne, Nuremberg and Dresden to open-air music festivals and traditional folk celebrations like Oktoberfest. Whether in major cities like Berlin and Hamburg or charming small towns, you'll find a wide range of events throughout 2026/2027.

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Weihnachtszauber Schwäbisch Hall 2026 – Christmas Market in the Old Town Illustrative photo
Christmas Markets in Europe
Free

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
Constance Christmas Market by the Lake 2026 in Konstanz, Germany – Dates, Highlights & Visitor Guide Illustrative photo
Festivals in Europe
Free

Constance Christmas Market by the Lake 2026 in Konstanz, Germany – Dates, Highlights & Visitor Guide

The Constance Christmas Market by the Lake 2026 takes place from 26 November to 23 December right on Lake Constance. With around 170 stalls, the Christmas ship and atmospheric lighting from Marktstätte to the city garden, it offers one of the most beautiful Advent experiences on Lake Constance. Admission is free.

Nov 26, 2026
🇩🇪 Konstanz
Christmas Market Schloss Guteneck 2026 – Dates, Program & Visitor Guide Illustrative photo
Christmas Markets in Europe

Christmas Market Schloss Guteneck 2026 – Dates, Program & Visitor Guide

During the 2026 Advent weekends, Guteneck Castle enchants visitors with a historical Christmas market. Experience a romantic medieval spectacle featuring knights, jugglers, traditional crafts, and warming torches on the picturesque castle grounds in Bavaria.

Nov 26, 2026
🇩🇪 Guteneck
Lindau Harbor Christmas Market 2026 – Dates, Program & Visitor Guide Illustrative photo
Christmas Markets in Europe
Free

Lindau Harbor Christmas Market 2026 – Dates, Program & Visitor Guide

The Lindau Harbor Christmas Market (Nov 26 – Dec 20, 2026, Thu-Sun) is a fairy-tale market situated on an island in Lake Constance. Enjoy festive stalls, a magical fir forest, and mulled wine right on the promenade with breathtaking views of the snow-capped Alps.

Nov 26, 2026
🇩🇪 Lindau
Mainz Christmas Market, Mainz, Germany 2026: Dates, Winter Markets and Visitor Guide Illustrative photo
Christmas Markets in Europe
Free

Mainz Christmas Market, Mainz, Germany 2026: Dates, Winter Markets and Visitor Guide

The Mainz Christmas Market 2026 runs from 26 November to 23 December in front of Mainz Cathedral on Marktplatz, Höfchen and Liebfrauenplatz. WinterZeit markets, the Neuwintermarkt and district Advent fairs complete the free programme in Mainz. An optional GlühWeinWalk ticket costs 26 euros.

Nov 26, 2026
🇩🇪 Mainz
Ravennaschlucht Christmas Market 2026 – Dates, Program & Guide Illustrative photo
Christmas Markets in Europe
Free

Ravennaschlucht Christmas Market 2026 – Dates, Program & Guide

Experience the magical Ravennaschlucht Christmas Market (26 Nov – 20 Dec 2026) – nestled in the Black Forest directly under a giant illuminated stone viaduct. Features artisan crafts, regional food, and mandatory online tickets.

Nov 26, 2026
🇩🇪 Breitnau
Neuruppin Christmas Market 2026: Festive Old Town in the Fontane City Illustrative photo
Christmas Markets in Europe
Free

Neuruppin Christmas Market 2026: Festive Old Town in the Fontane City

The Neuruppin Christmas Market opens from November 26 to 29, 2026, in the historic old town of the Fontane city. Festive lights, handcrafted goods and a family program around the Klosterkirche and Neuer Markt create a warm holiday atmosphere.

Nov 26, 2026
🇩🇪 Neuruppin
The Hardkiss – European Anniversary Tour 2026 in Hamburg Illustrative photo
Concerts in Europe

The Hardkiss – European Anniversary Tour 2026 in Hamburg

The Hardkiss will perform at Grosse Freiheit 36 in Hamburg on November 26, 2026, as part of their European Anniversary Tour, one of several German stops for the Ukrainian rock band.

Nov 26, 2026
🇩🇪 Hamburg
Seligenstadt Christmas Markets 2026 – Advent Market & Living Advent Calendar Illustrative photo
Christmas Markets in Europe
Free

Seligenstadt Christmas Markets 2026 – Advent Market & Living Advent Calendar

The Seligenstadt Christmas Markets 2026 invite you to enjoy festive hours with the atmospheric Advent market at the Benedictine abbey and the Living Advent Calendar. Experience traditional arts and crafts, regional mulled wine, and a daily cultural program in the historic old town.

Nov 26, 2026
🇩🇪 Seligenstadt
Rudolstadt Christmas Market 2026: Schillers Weihnacht Below Heidecksburg Castle Illustrative photo
Christmas Markets in Europe
Free

Rudolstadt Christmas Market 2026: Schillers Weihnacht Below Heidecksburg Castle

Schillers Weihnacht in Rudolstadt runs from November 26 to December 28, 2026 on the historic marketplace, with views of Heidecksburg Castle. A smaller Advent market also takes place at the castle itself, expected on December 5 and 6.

Nov 26, 2026
🇩🇪 Rudolstadt
Werdener Weihnachtsmarkt 2026 – Christmas Market in Essen-Werden Old Town Illustrative photo
Christmas Markets in Europe
Free

Werdener Weihnachtsmarkt 2026 – Christmas Market in Essen-Werden Old Town

The 45th Werdener Weihnachtsmarkt runs from 26 to 29 November 2026 in Essen-Werden’s historic old town. Free entry, half-timbered streets, regional stalls and mulled wine on the first Advent weekend – a quieter alternative to Essen’s large city-centre Christmas market.

Nov 26, 2026
🇩🇪 Essen
Oettinger Christkindlesmarkt, Oettingen, Germany 2026: Dates, Program & Visitor Guide Illustrative photo
Christmas Markets in Europe
Free

Oettinger Christkindlesmarkt, Oettingen, Germany 2026: Dates, Program & Visitor Guide

The Oettinger Christkindlesmarkt 2026 takes place from 26 to 29 November at the Heimatmuseumshof in Oettingen. Free admission, a cozy atmosphere, regional offerings and a family program make the market a charming start to the Advent season. ---

Nov 26, 2026
🇩🇪 Oettingen