Last updated: November 22, 2024
Experience the festive Christmas season together with the Auerbach community! Our event guide presents all the winter activities and festivities that our city has to offer during the Advent season.
Around the historic marketplace and the picturesque old town, you'll find traditional Christmas markets with regional specialties and craftsmanship. The path leads you from the Neumarkt through decorated alleyways to the church square, where winter events and concerts take place. In the surrounding area, the Christmas markets of neighboring cities like Plauen and Zwickau also attract visitors with their centuries-old traditions.
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Auerbach Holiday Markets and Shopping
Auerbach Christmas Market
- What to Expect
- Traditional Christmas figure meeting with a procession through the city center.
- Description
- The Auerbacher Christmas Market takes place annually during the Advent season and offers a comprehensive Christmas assortment with numerous sales stalls and vendor offers in the pedestrian zones Nikolaistraße, Neumarkt, and Altmarkt. Gift ideas and culinary delights are guaranteed, surrounded by a colorful entertainment program.
- Where
- Auerbach | More Info : Auerbach Christmas Market
Fairy Tale Parade
- What to Expect
- Synchronized fairy tale characters and music in the city center
- Description
- The Märchenumzug in Auerbach is a highlight of the Advent season, transforming the city center into a colorful and lively scene. The event features a variety of activities, including music, dance, and fairy tale characters that transport visitors to another world.
- Where
- Auerbach | More Info : Fairy Tale Parade
Santa Claus Meeting
- What to Expect
- Unique Christmas celebration with red-clad figures and Christmas rhythms.
- Description
- Hundreds of red-clad figures march through the Vogtland's three-tower city with great cheer and full sacks. Brass bands and bagpipes heat up with Christmas rhythms before the figures gather on the Altmarkt and Advent market.
- Where
- Auerbach | More Info : Santa Claus Meeting
Pyramid Lighting
- What to Expect
- Pyramid pushing with regional artists and handicrafts.
- Description
- The Christmas market in Auerbach offers a variety of stalls with handmade goods, regional specialties, and mulled wine. Particularly popular are the stalls with wood carvings, Christmas decorations, and traditional Advent decorations.
- Where
- Auerbach | More Info : Pyramid Lighting
Family Shopping
- What to Expect
- Unique Christmas market program with diverse offerings.
- Description
- In Auerbach/Vogtl., you can find a variety of events that appeal to families. The Christmas market offers a great opportunity to find Christmas gifts and immerse yourself in the holiday season.
- Where
- Auerbach | More Info : Family Shopping
Auerbach Holiday Shows and Entertainment
Christmas Tree Decorating by Kindergartens and Schools
- What to Expect
- Christmas tree decorating by kindergartens and elementary schools
- Description
- The Christmas tree decorating by kindergartens and elementary schools is a special event where children decorate the Christmas trees and strengthen the community.
- Where
- Auerbach | More Info : Christmas Tree Decorating by Kindergartens and Schools
Church Service with Holy Communion and Children's Christmas Celebration
- What to Expect
- A contemplative church service with Holy Communion and children's Christmas celebration.
- Description
- On December 26, 2024, a church service with Holy Communion and a children's Christmas celebration will take place at the Church of Auerbach. The service is led by the community and offers a contemplative atmosphere for all participants.
- Where
- Auerbach | More Info : Church Service with Holy Communion and Children's Christmas Celebration
Auerbach Other Holiday Activities
Grubenadvent at Maffei
- What to Expect
- Free admission and festive lighting.
- Description
- The Grubenadvent on Maffei features a charming market with wooden huts, festive lighting, and illuminated headframes. Admission is free, but parking is limited.
- Where
- Auerbach | More Info : Grubenadvent at Maffei
Mountain Parade
- What to Expect
- Colorful uniforms and miner's music
- Description
- The Bergparade in Auerbach/Vogtland is a traditional event where miners and musicians in colorful uniforms march through the city. The event is an important part of the regional culture and attracts many visitors.
- Where
- Auerbach | More Info : Mountain Parade