Weihnachtsmarkt am KaDeWe
Hosted in Berlin's City West next to the famous KaDeWe, this market features elaborately decorated pagoda tents creating a cozy, family-friendly holiday atmosphere. Visitors can browse curated handicrafts and holiday decorations from vendors offering exclusive assortments, or enjoy live music and impromptu performances on a small stage. Culinary highlights include organic charcoal-grilled bratwurst, Dutch poffertjes, roasted chestnuts, hot mulled gin, and specially brewed local winter beer.
What to Expect
Intimate Christmas market in elegant pagoda tents right beside the KaDeWe.
Event Details
Ages
All ages
Neighborhood
City West
Timed Entry
No
Organizer
Veranstaltungsbüro Kaiser
Food & Drink
Options include homemade Glühwein, eggnog, Feuerzangenbowle, hot mulled gin, charcoal-grilled organic bratwurst, roasted chestnuts, poffertjes, fries, Belgian waffles, Dresdner Stollen, and Berliner Berg winter beer.
Local Insight & Ratings
Family Friendly
Best For
Families and visitors seeking a relaxed holiday stroll
Vibe
Cozy and festive
Energy Level
Low
Photo Friendly
High
Weather Sensitivity
Moderate
Location
Know Before You Go
- Hours: So. bis Do. 11.00 – 21.00 Uhr; Gastronomiebereich 14.00 – 21.00 Uhr; Fr. und Sa. 11.00 – 22.00 Uhr; 24.12.2026 11.00 – 15.00 Uhr; 25.12.2026 und 26.12.2026 13.00 – 21.00 Uhr; 31.12.2026 11.00 – 03.00 Uhr; 03.01.2027 13.00 – 22.00 Uhr.
- Accessibility: The market is designed to allow visitors with reduced mobility to participate without difficulty.
Tips & Advice
- Come by U-Bahn on the U1, U2 or U3 or by bus on the M19, M29 or M46, since public transport is the recommended way to reach Wittenbergplatz.
- From Sunday to Thursday the food and drink area opens a few hours after the stalls, so come later in the day if you want to eat.
- Try the Berliner Winterbier, brewed especially for this market by Berliner Berg Brauerei, alongside the homemade mulled wine and creamy egg punch.
- The market is small with a family feel, which makes it a good fit for a relaxed stroll, a romantic evening or a family outing.
- Hours change over the holidays, with a short day on Christmas Eve, later openings on both Christmas holidays and a late night on New Year's Eve.
Quick Actions
Frequently Asked Questions
What can I shop for?
Selected handicrafts, regional specialties, Christmas gifts and decorations. Each item or product range is only allowed once across the market, so stalls don't repeat each other.
What food and drink is there?
Homemade mulled wine and egg punch, Rühmanns Feuerzangenbowle and hot mulled gin. There's organic bratwurst from the charcoal grill and roasted chestnuts. You'll also find Dutch poffertjes, fries with special sauces, Belgian waffles and Dresden stollen. There's a Berliner Winterbier brewed especially for the market by Berliner Berg Brauerei.
Is there entertainment?
Yes. A small stage hosts live music and spontaneous performances.
How do I get there by public transport?
Take the U1, U2 or U3 to Wittenbergplatz station, or buses M19, M29 or M46 to the Wittenbergplatz stop.
How can I become a vendor?
The market looks for unusual food concepts, crafts and handmade goods, and Christmas gifts and decorations. Stalls are white pagoda tents with flooring. Apply to Veranstaltungsbüro Kaiser with product photos and a detailed description of your concept and range.
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