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 10th Vollrads Castle Christmas Market takes place from 4 to 6 December 2026 in the historic courtyard of Schloss Vollrads in Oestrich-Winkel. Free to enter, the market brings together Rheingau Riesling wines, artisan crafts and a family programme at one of Germany's oldest and most atmospheric wine estates.
Illustrative photo 257ers bring their year end world tour to the Weststadthalle Essen on December 4, 2026. Tickets usually start at 45.90 euros, though sales for this date are currently paused.
Illustrative photo From December 4 to 6, 2026, the courtyard of Burg Storkow turns into a festive Christmas market with twinkling lights, a stage program and regional treats. Admission is free.
Illustrative photo The St. Wendel Christmas and Medieval Market takes place from December 4 to 13, 2026 in the historic old town around the town hall and basilica. With around 150 stalls, a lively medieval market in the Mott area and festive lighting, it ranks among the most beautiful Christmas markets in Saarland, and admission is free.
Illustrative photo The Güstrow Christmas Market 2026 (Advent on the Market) takes place on the historic market square in front of the town hall. With an ice stock track, mulled wine parties, family days and regional specialities, the Barlach City offers a cosy Advent atmosphere. Exact dates will be announced; admission is free.
Illustrative photo The Lauenburg Christmas Market around the castle and Schlossturm is the town’s free three-day hillside fair on the Elbe, run by the WVL. It traditionally falls on the second Advent weekend; 2026 dates were not yet official in September. Frau Holle, fairy-tale figures, the Advent light and decorated Elbstraße make Lauenburg a atmospheric stop between Hamburg and Lüneburg.
Illustrative photo The Blieskastel Christkindlmarkt takes place from December 4 to 6, 2026, on Paradeplatz in the baroque old town. Admission is free, with handmade crafts, mulled wine and a live music program.
Illustrative photo The Rheinsberg Christmas Market takes place from December 4 to 6, 2026, on Kirchplatz in the historic old town. Regional stalls, mulled wine and a stage program bring festive cheer near Rheinsberg Palace, and admission is free.
Illustrative photo Adventszauber Borgholzhausen 2026: 4–6 December in the town centre. Opening Friday 18:00. Free entry.
Illustrative photo The Weihnachtsmarkt Burg Holtzbrinck in Altena offers a magical winter experience from December 4th to 6th, 2026. Set against a historical backdrop, visitors can enjoy traditional crafts, festive music, and local culinary treats.
Illustrative photo Weihnachtsmarkt Epe 2026 takes place from 4 to 6 December on the festival ground at Ahauser Straße and along Merschstraße in Gronau-Epe. The free local Advent market features decorated stalls, regional products and festive atmosphere. ---
Illustrative photo The Sternschnuppenmarkt in Emsdetten runs from 4 to 6 December 2026 in the city centre around St. Pankratius Church, Brink and Frauenstrasse. This free Advent market combines wooden huts, live music and a Sunday shopping opening. It is organised by Verkehrsverein Emsdetten e. V.