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 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 Experience Quedlinburg's "Advent in the Courtyards" across the first three weekends of Advent in 2026. Discover normally closed half-timbered courtyards, handmade crafts, and a uniquely magical historic atmosphere.
Illustrative photo The Bad Berka Christmas Market 2026 takes place on November 28 and 29 on the market square. A family friendly Advent market in this small spa town, with free admission, handcrafted goods and a visit from Santa Claus.
Illustrative photo The 20th Engerlmarkt Thierhaupten 2026 takes place on 28/29 November and 6 December at the historic monastery. Free admission, Engerlgruaß, crafts and Bavarian specialties await visitors.
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 traditional Diedenshausen Christmas Market welcomes visitors on November 28, 2026, with a historic village atmosphere, regional crafts, and culinary treats. Enjoy a sustainable holiday festival in the Sauerland region featuring kids' activities and festive music.
Illustrative photo The Lübben Christmas Market 2026 takes place from November 28 to 30 on the Marktplatz in Lübben (Spreewald). This traditional Advent market with an ice rink, live music and family activities offers free admission right in the historic town center.
Illustrative photo The Schlitz Christmas Market 2026 enchants visitors during the Advent weekends with the world's largest Christmas candle and a deeply romantic, historic castle setting in Hesse.
Illustrative photo The Schmalkalden Herrscheklasmarkt 2026 runs from November 28 to December 20 at Altmarkt Square. Set among half timbered houses and Wilhelmsburg Castle, it offers free admission, Thuringian specialties and a wonderfully cozy Advent atmosphere.
Illustrative photo The Advent Market at Domäne Dahlem 2026 takes place on all four Advent weekends on the historic organic manor estate in Berlin-Dahlem. Rural atmosphere with animals, fields, handicrafts and family programme – a peaceful alternative right in the city.
Illustrative photo Spreewaldweihnacht 2026 links the Großer Spreewaldhafen in Lübbenau and the Freilandmuseum Lehde by boat. On the Advent weekends of November 28 to 29 and December 5 to 6, visitors find a maritime market, historic Christmas customs and the smallest Christmas market in the Spreewald.