Colmar Christmas Events & Things to Do 2025

Your complete guide to the best christmas events in Colmar and surrounding areas

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Christmas Markets (63 events) Christmas Shows (8 events) Christmas Lights (6 events) Other Christmas Activities (17 events)

Colmar unveils the holiday season across its canals and half-timbered houses with Holiday lights and bustling Christmas markets, featuring highlights like the Mechanical Christmas Crib at Sainte-Marie Church and the city’s famed Colmar Christmas Market. The Petite Venise quarter and Place de l’Ancienne Douane glow with seasonal charm. Enjoy Santa visits, seasonal activities, and festive events as you stroll market lanes, sample Alsatian specialties, and soak in Colmar’s captivating winter atmosphere.

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Christmas Markets

63 events
Strasbourg Christmas Market • Nov 26 – Dec 24

One of Europe's oldest and most renowned Christmas markets.

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Christmas Shows

8 events
Circolo Silvestergala 2025 • Dec 19 – Jan 5, 2026

World-class circus artistry and live music for New Year's Eve

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Christmas Lights

6 events
Strasbourg Great Christmas Tree and Illuminations • Nov 22 – Dec 24

Iconic Grand Sapin with hourly musical light shows.

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Other Christmas Activities

17 events
Saint Nicholas Parade in Epinal

Traditional Saint Nicholas celebration

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Editor's Picks (6)

  1. Strasbourg Christmas Market (Strasbourg)
    One of Europe's oldest and most renowned Christmas markets.
  2. Strasbourg Great Christmas Tree and Illuminations (Strasbourg)
    Iconic Grand Sapin with hourly musical light shows.
  3. Colmar Christmas Market
    Six distinct Christmas markets in a historic fairytale setting.
  4. Strasbourg Christmas Market - Place Broglie (Strasbourg)
    Europe's oldest Christmas market with over 300 chalets
  5. Mulhouse Christmas Market 2025 (Mulhouse)
    Annual 'étoffe de Noël' fabric design and boutique.
  6. Adventsfunkeln Rheinfelden (Rheinfelden)
    Illuminated old town with decorated trees and interactive light displays.

This Week / Coming Up (6)

Weihnachtsmarkt Titisee-Neustadt Sat, Nov 22
Colmar Christmas Treasure Hunt: A Gourmet and Romantic Rendezvous Tue, Nov 25
Marché de Noël à Colmar 2025 Tue, Nov 25
Mechanical Christmas Crib at Sainte-Marie Church Tue, Nov 25
Zauberhöfe Basel Thu, Nov 27
Weihnachtsmarkt Basel Thu, Nov 27

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Colmar Christmas FAQ

When are the best times to visit?

Weekday evenings tend to be less crowded. Peak times are weekends in December, especially closer to Christmas.

Is parking available?

Most events offer on-site parking. Check individual event pages for specific parking information and fees.

Are venues accessible?

Most venues are accessible. Contact individual events for specific accessibility accommodations.