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 Refrather Christmas Market runs from 16 November to 23 December 2026 on Peter-Bürling-Platz in Bergisch Gladbach. Free entry, an ice stock rink, an Alpine hut with raclette and atmospheric stalls create a perfect Advent experience for the whole family.
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 In Extremo bring their Tranquilo II acoustic tour to the Historische Stadthalle Wuppertal on November 17, 2026. The folk metal band performs their songs that evening in an intimate, fully acoustic format.
Illustrative photo Against The Current bring their Till Death and Back Tour to Munich's Muffathalle on November 17, 2026, with support from daydreamers, doors and start at 8:00 PM.
Illustrative photo Bob Dylan performs on November 17, 2026, at the SICK-ARENA on the Freiburg exhibition grounds, marking his first show in the city in over 20 years.
Illustrative photo Weißer Zauber on the Jungfernstieg 2026 runs from 18 November to 23 December in Hamburg on the Binnenalster. Elegant white pagoda tents, festive lights, a historic Ferris wheel and free entry make it one of the city’s most stylish Christmas markets. Check hours at weisserzauber-jungfernstieg.de.
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 Freiburg Christmas Market 2026 takes place from 19 November to 23 December in Freiburg’s Old Town. More than 140 stalls at nine locations offer crafts, regional food and a festive atmosphere. 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.