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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Illustrative photo The Darmstadt Christmas Market 2026 runs from 16 November to 23 December on Marktplatz, Friedensplatz, Luisenplatz and Ludwigsplatz. Free entry, around 70 stalls, twin-town chalets, Lange Ludwig lights and extra crafts on Advent weekends. Closed on Totensonntag, 22 November 2026.
Illustrative photo Hamburg's city centre hosts six Christmas markets in 2026, running from mid November until just before Christmas around Rathausmarkt, Jungfernstieg, Gänsemarkt, St. Petri, Gerhart Hauptmann Platz and Spitalerstraße. All markets are free to enter and connected by an easy walk.
Illustrative photo The HafenCity Christmas market on Hamburg's Überseeboulevard offers a modern take on Advent with a cosy lounge, winter golf and a curling rink. Exact 2026 dates will be confirmed in late summer, though the market has traditionally run from mid November into early January.
Illustrative photo The Bock beer tapping at Brauerei Grasser in Huppendorf takes place on 18 November 2026. Fans of the strong Huppi beer experience the traditional barrel opening in a cosy Franconian atmosphere. Free admission.
Illustrative photo The Winter Market at the Humboldt Forum in Berlin runs from 18 November 2026 to 3 January 2027, daily 11:00–22:00, on Schlossplatz, in the Schlüterhof and on the Spreeterrassen. Free entry; closed 22 November and 24 December. Crafts, historic rides, fire-tongs punch and laser shows on the palace façades – one minute from U5 Museumsinsel.
Illustrative photo From 18 Nov to 23 Dec 2026, the Bonn Christmas Market welcomes visitors to Münsterplatz. Set around the Beethoven monument, enjoy a musical market focused on live concerts, arts and crafts, and festive gastronomy.
Illustrative photo The Ulm Christmas Market 2026 takes place from 19 November to 22 December on Münsterplatz in Ulm. With over 130 stalls, a live nativity scene and atmospheric lighting in front of Ulm Minster, it offers one of the most beautiful Advent experiences in southern Germany. Admission is free.
Illustrative photo From 19 Nov to 30 Dec 2026, the Dortmund Christmas Market dazzles with over 250 stalls and its main attraction: the world's largest Christmas tree, standing an impressive 45 meters tall at Hansaplatz.
Illustrative photo The Christmas markets in Regensburg 2026 run from 19 November to 23 December and offer unique variety: the traditional Christkindlmarkt on Neupfarrplatz, the romantic market at Thurn und Taxis Palace, the Lucrezia arts and crafts market and the cozy Advent market by the Danube. Most markets are free; only Thurn und Taxis charges admission.
Illustrative photo From 19 Nov to 23 Dec 2026, the Christmas Market of Nations in Rüdesheim brings together over 20 cultures. Enjoy international delicacies, handicrafts, and festive lights across the historic Old Town and Drosselgasse.
Illustrative photo The Neumünster Christmas Market runs from November 19 to December 23, 2026 on Großflecken square. Alongside handcrafted goods and mulled wine, a Christmas village, a large ice rink and an extended northern section keep the program lively throughout the season.
Illustrative photo Kiel's Christmas markets open across several city center squares in 2026, including Holstenplatz, Alter Markt, Asmus Bremer Platz and Rathausplatz, between November 19 and December 30. Each location offers its own festive atmosphere with free admission.