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 Adventsmarkt at Strandportal Bensersiel takes place on 5 and 6 December 2026 directly on the East Frisian North Sea coast. This free, intimate market with crafts, children's activities and a visit from St. Nicholas offers a uniquely coastal Advent experience right beside the beach.
Illustrative photo The Weihnachtsmarkt Borken-Weseke 2026 takes place on December 5 and 6 at the church square of St. Ludgerus Parish Church. Expect a small local Advent market with free admission, regional stalls and a cozy atmosphere.
Illustrative photo The Weihnachtsmarkt Augustdorf 2026 takes place on 5 and 6 December around the town hall. Around 35 stalls, handicrafts, mulled wine, Saint Nicholas and music await visitors. Admission is free. ---
Illustrative photo The Weihnachtswaldmarkt Wildwald Vosswinkel 2026 opens on 5–6 and 12–13 December from 10:00 to 20:00 in the Luerwald forest in Arnsberg, Germany. More than 50 artisans, storytelling hours, game feeding and fresh Nordmann firs make this one of North Rhine-Westphalia’s most unusual Christmas markets. Admission: 8 euros (adults), 4 euros (children 8–16), under 8 free.
Illustrative photo The Weihnachtsmarkt Bad Berleburg-Arfeld takes place on December 5, 2026, from 11:00 AM to midnight in Arfeld. Enjoy a cozy festive atmosphere with local crafts and traditional treats.
Illustrative photo Weihnachtsmarkt Balve 2026 (Adventszauber am Drostenhaus) takes place on 5 and 6 December around Drostenplatz in Balve. This compact Sauerland Christmas market offers free admission, festive wooden huts, live music and mulled wine in the historic town centre.
Illustrative photo The Ladberger Weihnachtsdorf 2026 takes place on 5 and 6 December in Ladbergen, Germany. Free admission, traditional Eiserkuchen, mulled wine and a family-friendly program await visitors in the atmospheric Christmas village around Kirchplatz. ---
Illustrative photo The Iphöfer Weihnachtsmarkt 2026 takes place on 5 and 6 December around the market square, town hall and vinothek in Iphofen. More than 50 exhibitors offer arts and crafts, Franconian mulled wine and festive atmosphere. Admission is free. ---
Illustrative photo The St. Goar Christmas markets 2026 are small Advent gatherings on the Middle Rhine, not one continuous city fair. Confirmed dates are Advent at Weingut Philipps-Mühle on 5–6 December and the Biebernheim market on 13 December. Admission is free.
Illustrative photo The Weihnachtsmarkt im Schlosshof Affing 2026 takes place on the second and third Advent weekends in the historic castle courtyard. Free admission, living nativity, St. Nicholas and regional specialties await visitors.
Illustrative photo The Kipferlmarkt at Schloss Hofhegnenberg 2026 takes place on the second Advent weekend in the historic castle courtyard in Steindorf. Free admission, home-baked Kipferl, music and a charitable character await visitors.
Illustrative photo The Historic Castle Christmas Market 2026 takes place on 5 and 6 December at the Old Castle in Neustadt-Glewe. With free admission, handicrafts, children’s activities and a festive atmosphere in a historic setting, it is a special Advent experience.