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 Mesumer Weihnachtsmarkt 2026 is expected on 28 and 29 November 2026 at Johannesplatz in Rheine-Mesum, Germany. This free local Christmas market features stalls, mulled wine, St. Nicholas and a stage programme in a cosy atmosphere. ---
Illustrative photo The Weihnachtsmarkt Billerbeck 2026 opens on 28 and 29 November around the cathedral. Up to 80 stalls, mulled wine, St. Nicholas and free admission await visitors in the romantic historic town centre. ---
Illustrative photo The Weihnachtsmarkt Gescher 2026 takes place on 28 and 29 November in the town centre of Gescher. This free local Christmas market offers stalls, culinary treats and a family-friendly programme in Münsterland, Germany. ---
Illustrative photo The Weihnachtsmarkt Vreden 2026 takes place as the Advent Opening on 28 and 29 November at the market square. Enjoy tree decorating, Vreden sings and Christmas stalls – free admission. ---
Illustrative photo The St. Nicholas Days take place on 28 and 29 November 2026 in Nikolausdorf Diestedde (Wadersloh, Germany) around the Backhaus. Free entry, Christmas market, St. Nicholas visit with Knecht Ruprecht and a cosy village atmosphere await visitors. Cover image generation prompt (English only):
Illustrative photo The Arnsgereuth Christmas Market 2026 takes place on November 29 in this small village in the Thuringian Slate Mountains. A community style market with regional specialties, close to the Saalfeld fairy grottoes.
Illustrative photo <p>Willingen's Christmas markets in 2026 include Willinger Wintermärchen in the Kurgarten and the Rattlar Christmas Market at the local community hall. Willinger Wintermärchen runs across three Advent weekends from 4 to 20 December, while Rattlar Christmas Market takes place on 29 November 2026. Both events offer free admission.</p>
Illustrative photo The Advent Eco Market at Kollwitzplatz takes place on all Advent Sundays 2026 (29 November, 6, 13 and 20 December) from 12 to 19. Sustainable gifts, organic food and a relaxed atmosphere await visitors on Kollwitzplatz in Berlin-Prenzlauer Berg. Free admission.
Illustrative photo The arts and crafts Advent market at Karl-August-Platz takes place on November 29, 2026 around Trinity Church in Berlin Charlottenburg. Visitors will find exclusively handmade artworks, jewelry and Christmas decorations, with free admission.
Illustrative photo The Templin Christmas Market 2026 turns the old town, still enclosed by its historic walls, into a festive winter wonderland. Admission is free, with mulled wine, handicrafts and music setting the Advent mood.
Illustrative photo The Brauneberg Advent Windows 2026 take place from 1 to 24 December daily from 6 pm in Brauneberg on the Moselle. A new window is opened each evening with a communal drink. The illuminated windows invite atmospheric walks through the wine village. Admission is free.
Illustrative photo From December 1 to 6, 2026, chocolART Tübingen brings Germany's largest chocolate festival to the historic old town, offering exquisite artisan treats, live chocolate art, and magical festive lights.