Friedberger Advent Market
Set around the church of St. Jakob and in the Archivhof, this advent market showcases artisan stalls featuring glassblowing, wood carving, ceramics, and handcrafted jewelry. Visitors can sample culinary treats ranging from sweet pastries and chocolates to savory dishes and mulled wine. The market atmosphere is accompanied by live brass ensembles, choir performances, and walking stilt performers.
What to Expect
Artisan Christmas market in the historic old town around St. Jakob.
Event Details
Ages
All ages
Neighborhood
Old Town
Timed Entry
No
Organizer
Verkehrsverein Friedberg e.V.
Food & Drink
Stalls offer sweet pastries, chocolates, savory dishes, and mulled wine.
Local Insight & Ratings
Family Friendly
Best For
Families and visitors who enjoy artisan christmas markets
Vibe
Festive and artisan
Energy Level
Moderate
Photo Friendly
High
Weather Sensitivity
High
Location
Know Before You Go
- Hours: Monday–Friday 16:00–20:30; Saturday–Sunday 13:00–20:30. Nacht der Sterne on December 4: Friday 16:00–22:00.
- Parking: Parking is available at Volksfestplatz, Tiefgarage Ost (Ludwigstraße 35), and Tiefgarage West (Bauernbräustraße 4).
Tips & Advice
- Don't try to drive into the old town, because road closures block direct access; park at Volksfestplatz or one of the two underground garages and walk in.
- If you come by bus, note that the Marienplatz stop moves a few metres during the market because of road closures, but buses still serve it.
- Come on December 4 for Nacht der Sterne, when the market stays open later, every program event is free and fireworks light up the Rathaus.
- Bring young children on an Advent weekend for the 20-minute winter fairy tales in the Archivhof's Märchenhütte, which are aimed at ages three and up.
- Buy tickets through reservix ahead of time for the December 6 Advent town tour with a snack, because unlike the December 5 tour it isn't free.
Special Events & Promotions
- Nacht der Sterne on December 4: a long night of art in the Schloss, Rathaus, St. Jakob and the parish centre, with fireworks in front of the Rathaus, the market open later and free entry to all events.
- Nikolaus visits the Archivhof on December 6 with sweets for well-behaved children.
- Winter fairy tales for children aged 3 and up in the Märchenhütte in the Archivhof on December 5–6, 12–13 and 19–20.
- Stilt walkers float above the market on December 9, followed by Bayrisch Blech playing Christmas tunes.
- Advent town tours from the Marienbrunnen: the December 5 tour is free with no registration, and the December 6 tour with a snack needs a paid ticket from reservix.
Quick Actions
Frequently Asked Questions
What kind of crafts can I buy?
Stalls include glassblower Michael Wittke, wood art by Xaver Michl, woodcut art by Xaver Mayr, ceramics, and silver jewelry with stones from Barbara Mehlhorn. You'll also find Goldmarie Juwelen, handmade soaps, honey, spices and teas, incense, lamps and Christmas ornaments.
What is there to eat and drink?
You'll find the Friedberger Glühweinhütte, flame-grilled salmon, sausages from the Brutzlhütte and a ham stall. There are also crêpes, Bavarian cinnamon rings, chocolate and chestnuts, truffles and pralines, vegan dishes, fruit treats and baked goods from the Genussbäckerei Schwab.
What is Nacht der Sterne?
It's the market's long night of art on 4 December. Events run in the Wittelsbacher Schloss, the Rathaus, St. Jakob church and the parish centre, and there are fireworks in front of the Rathaus. The market stays open later that night, and entry to every event is free.
What's on for children?
Kathrin Müller tells winter fairy tales for children aged three and up in the Märchenhütte in the Archivhof on Advent weekends, and each tale lasts about 20 minutes. On 6 December Nikolaus visits the Archivhof with sweets for well-behaved children.
How can I take part in the cultural program?
Performers and artists who'd like to join the program can get in touch at programm@friedberger-advent.de.
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