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 Witcher in Concert brings a live orchestra to the Jahrhunderthalle Frankfurt on November 19, 2026, performing the music of The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt with accompanying visual effects.
Illustrative photo The Ulm Christmas Market 2026 takes place from 19 November to 22 December on Münsterplatz in Ulm. With over 130 stalls, a live nativity scene and atmospheric lighting in front of Ulm Minster, it offers one of the most beautiful Advent experiences in southern Germany. Admission is free.
Illustrative photo Hagen Christmas Market 2026: 19 November to 30 December at Friedrich-Ebert-Platz. Opens 19 Nov at 10:30. Free entry.
Illustrative photo The Christmas markets in Regensburg 2026 run from 19 November to 23 December and offer unique variety: the traditional Christkindlmarkt on Neupfarrplatz, the romantic market at Thurn und Taxis Palace, the Lucrezia arts and crafts market and the cozy Advent market by the Danube. Most markets are free; only Thurn und Taxis charges admission.
Illustrative photo The 13th Üflder Bockbieranstich at Brauhaus Unfinden near Königsberg i.Bay. takes place on Thursday, November 19, 2026, from 11 am to 10:30 pm. Admission is free; guests only pay for food and drinks on site.
Illustrative photo The Weihnachtsmarkt Bergisch Gladbach 2026 at Konrad-Adenauer-Platz runs from November 19 to December 23 (closed on Nov 22, Totensonntag) and features traditional wooden stalls, mulled wine, live music and a cosy Advent atmosphere in the city centre. Free admission.
Illustrative photo The Harburg Christmas Market runs from November 19 to December 28, 2026 in front of the illuminated town hall in Hamburg. In early December, the nearby floating Santa market at the inland harbor adds a second free attraction close by.
Illustrative photo Weihnachtsstadt Bad Homburg 2026/2027 runs from 19 November 2026 to 10 January 2027 across the castle, Kurhaus, Louisenstraße, Marktplatz and Kurpark. The Romantic Christmas Market at Landgrafenschloss is open on the Advent weekends of 27–29 November and 4–6, 11–13 and 18–20 December, Friday 15:00–21:00 and Saturday–Sunday 12:00–21:00. Winterzauber and the ice rink complete the free castle market; skating in the Kurpark is charged separately.
Illustrative photo The Eppendorfer Weihnachtsbummel opens from November 19 to December 30, 2026 on Marie Jonas Platz in Hamburg. This small, family friendly Christmas market offers free admission, punch at the Glühwurm hut and a program for kids and adults alike.
Illustrative photo Experience the magical and romantic Christmas market at Schloss Thurn und Taxis in Regensburg from 20 November to 23 December 2026. Enjoy historic crafts, sparkling lights, and festive culinary treats inside the palace grounds.
Illustrative photo From 20 Nov to 23 Dec 2026, the medieval old town of Rothenburg ob der Tauber hosts the magical Reiterlesmarkt, featuring festive lights, brass music, the legendary horseman, and traditional holiday treats.
Illustrative photo The Christmas markets in Munich 2026, led by the Christkindlmarkt at Marienplatz from 20 November to 24 December, offer traditional atmosphere, crafts and culinary highlights at multiple locations across the city. Entry is free everywhere.