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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Naumburg Christmas Market 2026 – Cathedral City & Saale-Unstrut Wine Magic Illustrative photo
Christmas Markets in Europe
Free

Naumburg Christmas Market 2026 – Cathedral City & Saale-Unstrut Wine Magic

The Naumburg Christmas Market 2026 takes place from 23 November to 20 December on the historic market square of the cathedral city. Complemented by Christmas in the Courtyards, the Saale Mulled-Wine Walk and Advent in the Vineyards, Naumburg offers a unique mix of cathedral backdrop, giant nativity scene and Saale-Unstrut wine magic with free admission.

Nov 23, 2026
🇩🇪 Naumburg
Spandau Christmas Market 2026 – Traditional Christmas Magic in Berlin’s Spandau Old Town Illustrative photo
Christmas Markets in Europe
Free

Spandau Christmas Market 2026 – Traditional Christmas Magic in Berlin’s Spandau Old Town

The Spandau Christmas Market 2026 takes place from 23 November to 22 December in the historic Old Town of Spandau. With a large pyramid, nostalgic Ferris wheel, international crafts and free admission, it is one of Berlin’s most popular traditional Christmas markets.

Nov 23, 2026
🇩🇪 Berlin
Sternschnuppenmarkt Wiesbaden 2026 – Shooting Star Christmas Market at Schlossplatz Illustrative photo
Christmas Markets in Europe
Free

Sternschnuppenmarkt Wiesbaden 2026 – Shooting Star Christmas Market at Schlossplatz

The Sternschnuppenmarkt Wiesbaden takes place from 24 November to 23 December 2026 on Schlossplatz. It is complemented by the Children’s Shooting Star Market on Luisenplatz and the Biebrich Castle Christmas Market. Free admission.

Nov 24, 2026
🇩🇪 Wiesbaden
Eutin Christmas Market 2026: Festive Magic at the Castle and Lights Trail Illustrative photo
Christmas Markets in Europe
Free

Eutin Christmas Market 2026: Festive Magic at the Castle and Lights Trail

The Eutin Christmas market 2026 combines the classic market on the castle terraces, the free citywide Lights Trail (November 24, 2026 to January 3, 2027) and the Kiwanis Christmas market inside the castle (December 5 and 6). All three formats are free to attend.

Nov 24, 2026
🇩🇪 Eutin
Esslinger Mittelaltermarkt & Weihnachtsmarkt 2026 – Medieval Christmas Market in Esslingen am Neckar Illustrative photo
Christmas Markets in Europe
Free

Esslinger Mittelaltermarkt & Weihnachtsmarkt 2026 – Medieval Christmas Market in Esslingen am Neckar

The Esslinger Mittelaltermarkt and Weihnachtsmarkt 2026 runs from 24 November to 22 December in the historic old town of Esslingen am Neckar. With around 180 stalls, over 500 programme highlights, live medieval crafts and free admission, it ranks among Germany's most spectacular and best-loved Christmas markets.

Nov 24, 2026
🇩🇪 Esslingen am Neckar
Ludwigsburg Baroque Christmas Market 2026: Dates, Program and Tips Illustrative photo
Exhibitions in Europe
Free

Ludwigsburg Baroque Christmas Market 2026: Dates, Program and Tips

From 24 November to 22 December 2026, the Ludwigsburg Baroque Christmas Market enchants visitors with glowing angels, a baroque backdrop and around 150 festive stalls on the market square. Free admission, with a royal Saturday appearance by King Friedrich I.

Nov 24, 2026
🇩🇪 Ludwigsburg
Halle Christmas Market 2026 – Advent Magic on Marktplatz & Hallmarkt Illustrative photo
Christmas Markets in Europe
Free

Halle Christmas Market 2026 – Advent Magic on Marktplatz & Hallmarkt

The Halle Christmas Market 2026 takes place from 24 November to 23 December on the Marktplatz, Hallmarkt, Domplatz and in front of the Ulrichskirche. With a fairy-tale forest, Finnish village and winter magic, Halle (Saale) offers one of Germany’s most traditional Advent atmospheres – with free admission.

Nov 24, 2026
🇩🇪 Halle (Saale)
Tollwood Winter Festival Munich 2026: Christmas Market, Circus and Program Illustrative photo
Food & Drink Festivals in Europe

Tollwood Winter Festival Munich 2026: Christmas Market, Circus and Program

From 24 November to 23 December 2026, the Tollwood Winter Festival transforms Munich's Theresienwiese with free access to the Market of Ideas, organic street food, live music and three international circus productions in the Grand Chapiteau, followed by a grand New Year's Eve party on 31 December.

Nov 24, 2026
🇩🇪 Munich
Erfurt Christmas Market 2026: Advent at Domplatz Square Illustrative photo
Festivals in Europe

Erfurt Christmas Market 2026: Advent at Domplatz Square

The Erfurt Christmas Market 2026 runs from November 24 to December 22 on Domplatz Square. As Thuringia's largest Christmas market, it offers free admission, a giant Christmas tree and the backdrop of Erfurt Cathedral and St Severus Church.

Nov 24, 2026
🇩🇪 Erfurt
Esslingen Medieval Market and Christmas Market 2026: Dates, Program and Tips Illustrative photo
Christmas Markets in Europe
Free

Esslingen Medieval Market and Christmas Market 2026: Dates, Program and Tips

From 24 November to 22 December 2026, Esslingen's old town becomes a fully medieval themed Christmas market. Enjoy torch and fire performances, traders in historical costumes, hands on medieval activities and a classic Christmas market right alongside.

Nov 24, 2026
🇩🇪 Esslingen am Neckar
Leipzig Christmas Markets 2026 – Dates, Locations & Complete Guide Illustrative photo
Festivals in Europe
Free

Leipzig Christmas Markets 2026 – Dates, Locations & Complete Guide

Experience the magical Leipzig Christmas Markets from November 24 to December 23, 2026. Discover the historic Medieval Market, the Finnish Christmas Village, and traditional craftsmanship right in the festively illuminated heart of Leipzig.

Nov 24, 2026
🇩🇪 Leipzig
Ludwigsburg Baroque Christmas Market 2026 in Ludwigsburg, Germany – Dates & Guide Illustrative photo
Christmas Markets in Europe
Free

Ludwigsburg Baroque Christmas Market 2026 in Ludwigsburg, Germany – Dates & Guide

The Ludwigsburg Baroque Christmas Market 2026 takes place from 24 November to 22 December on Marktplatz and Arsenalplatz in Ludwigsburg. With illuminated angels, around 150 stalls and Baroque atmosphere, it offers one of the most atmospheric Advent experiences in the region. Admission is free.

Nov 24, 2026
🇩🇪 Ludwigsburg