Cottbus Christmas Markets 2026

Rund 100 regionale und überregionale Aussteller präsentieren handgefertigte Unikate, weihnachtliche Dekorationen, wärmende Mode und Delikatessen zum Probieren. Besucher können an offenen Kreativ-Workshops teilnehmen, Vorträge und Vorführungen auf der Bühne verfolgen und Live-Musik erleben. Ein abwechslungsreiches Rahmenprogramm bietet zudem Bastel- und...

Visitors can browse numerous stalls offering traditional Christmas items, handicrafts, holiday decorations, and gifts. Food and drink stands serve a variety of hearty and sweet dishes alongside classic mulled wine. For children, the market features interactive activities and entertaining performances.

The monastery grounds transform into a fairy-tale setting featuring a fairy-tale forest, costumed figures, and musical performances at the Christmas hut. Stalls run by artisans, hobbyists, local clubs, and vendors sell gifts, crafts, sweet treats, and hearty food. Family activities...

Visitors can browse stalls offering handcrafted goods such as knitwear, jewelry, birdhouses, nativity scenes, and felt bags. Homemade specialties from the kitchen include eggnog, herbal liqueurs, jams, soaps, and calendula hand cream. The market also features soft Christmas music, holiday...

Visitors can explore over 200 decorated stalls offering Erzgebirge folk art, festive decorations, and seasonal treats like roasted almonds, Glühwein, and Dresdner Christstollen. The market showcases demonstration workshops where craftspeople display their woodcarving and baking traditions, alongside themed houses and...

Set against the backdrop of historic baroque townhouses, wooden market stalls stretch across the old town from the Hauptmarkt along Reichenstraße to the Kornmarkt. Around 80 merchants and food vendors offer treats such as bratwurst, roasted almonds, and regional mulled...

Visitors can wander through the decorated historic Old Town to explore stalls offering regional craft goods like Bohemian glassware, Bunzlau ceramics, and Erzgebirge woodwork alongside specialties from Upper Lusatia, Silesia, and Bohemia. Attractions include an ice rink, curling track, children's...

Visitors stroll down a 500-meter pedestrian avenue illuminated by white-and-gold pagodas, light canopies, and flame towers. Highlights include a towering Ferris wheel with views of the historic Old Town, the iconic Blue Tree, a glittering fir tree, a market cinema,...

Traders dressed in traditional garb offer handmade goods from wooden slat stalls, accompanied by live demonstrations of historical crafts. Visitors can enjoy hearty goulash soup, fortress punch, and roasted treats prepared over open fires, alongside stollen and feuerzangenbowle. The experience...

Set around the historic town hall in Pirna, this Christmas market pays homage to the Italian painter Canaletto. Visitors can browse diverse market stalls offering food, drinks, and traditional wares beneath a Christmas tree illuminated with 10,000 gold and red...

Set along the historic Münzgasse against the backdrop of the baroque Frauenkirche, this market fills the street with festive lights and decorated wooden stalls. Visitors can browse traditional Erzgebirge woodcrafts such as nutcrackers, pyramids, and smoking figures, as well as...

Set inside Dresden Castle's historic courtyard, the market features around 50 merchants selling traditional wares and craftsmen demonstrating late-medieval techniques. Visitors can enjoy daily acoustic live music, jugglers, and medieval attractions free from loudspeaker music and plastic. Highlights include archery...

Set along the historic village green, the market features stalls showcasing handcrafted gifts, crackling fire pits, and mulled wine pressed by regional vintners. Visitors can enjoy live holiday music and choir singing in the Friedenskirche Radebeul, along with rotating puppet...

Set against the backdrop of the Frauenkirche, this historical Christmas market recreates the nostalgic atmosphere of the turn of the century between 1830 and 1920. Visitors can stroll past detailed historical market stalls to find traditional, handmade goods and artworks...

Merchants and craftspeople welcome visitors to this cozy Christmas market. Highlights include an opening ceremony led by the mayor and the cutting of a giant stollen alongside the Dresden Stollenmädchen. Guests can also stop by the local history museum to...

Visitors can browse market stalls offering Erzgebirge and Saxon woodcrafts, fine pottery, candles, Herrnhuter stars, and winter clothing. Food offerings include Original Dresdner Christstollen, Baumkuchen, gingerbread, roasted almonds, Quarkbällchen, and charcoal-grilled dishes. Guests can also enjoy hot drinks from multiple...

Visitors can experience a festive Christmas market held in the courtyard of Riesa's monastery, adorned with winter decorations and thousands of lights. Central attractions include a 200 m² real ice skating rink and a 5-meter-tall wooden pyramid featuring hand-carved figures....

Held around the Coswig town hall, the event transforms the area into a winter wonderland with a vibrant market atmosphere and cultural programming. Visitors can browse stalls offering festive food and drinks. In the evenings, large Herrnhut stars and holiday...

Set against the backdrop of the St. Johanniskirche, this festive market features cozy huts serving seasonal delicacies and artisan stalls selling arts and crafts. Guests can enjoy a varied cultural and musical program presented across multiple stages. Numerous rides also...

Visitors can experience a Christmas market blending traditional craftsmanship, culture, and culinary delights in the setting of Europe's first adventure winery. Over 50 selected artisans and regional culinary partners present their specialties alongside cultural entertainment. Younger visitors can enjoy a...

Set against the backdrop of the illuminated baroque Köpenick Palace and surrounding park, stalls run by local district organizations offer traditional handicrafts, ceramics, candles, regional honey, and medieval-style lard. Visitors can gather to sing classic and new Christmas carols together....

Held in Löbau's picturesque town center, the event transforms the area into a winter wonderland. Visitors can browse a selection of handmade gifts and enjoy the festive ambiance. A variety of culinary treats is also available for guests to savor.

Held inside the festively decorated castle and courtyard, this Christmas exhibition brings together manufacturers, artisans, and artists. Visitors can browse a variety of classical and innovative gift ideas while taking in the distinctive holiday atmosphere. The event offers a seasonal...

Visitors can browse stalls hosted by regional vendors and craftspeople offering lovingly handmade gifts and holiday items. The market also serves a variety of seasonal food and drinks, including warm mulled wine alongside both sweet and savory treats.

Visitors can browse handcrafts from regional artisans and enjoy a diverse selection of food and drinks. Younger guests can explore activities across the market grounds, craft their own gifts, and snack on Stollen. Santa Claus is also present to listen...

Visitors can experience a Nordic holiday atmosphere inside cozy wooden kotas and gather around the crackling campfire. Guests can watch traditional Finnish flame-cooked salmon prepared over open flames and enjoy cups of hot red, white, or non-alcoholic Glögi. Highlights include...

Set against the backdrop of Dresden's Frauenkirche, this historic Christmas market recreates the atmosphere of the turn of the century between 1830 and 1920. Visitors can explore elaborately reconstructed market booths and scenery modeled after historical depictions. Craftsmen, artists, and...

Visitors can browse around twenty stalls run primarily by regional clubs, daycares, and independent organizations, offering culinary delicacies, handmade gift ideas, Advent wreaths, and crafts. The market also includes a traditional church service followed by a varied musical program inside...

Discover the magic of the Spreewald during the Christmas season with two enchanting events. The Spreewaldweihnacht offers a unique experience, combining a harbor market with a traditional journey via boat to the Freilandmuseum Lehde, showcasing 'Christmas as it used to...

Discover the enchanting Weihnachtsmarkt Burg, a traditional Christmas market nestled in the picturesque Spreewald region of Brandenburg. This charming event offers a delightful blend of local artisan crafts, unique Spreewald culinary specialties, and festive entertainment. It's a perfect destination for...

Step into a winter wonderland at the Fürstenberger Weihnachtsmarkt. This charming event brings together local artisans and vendors, offering a delightful array of handcrafted gifts, festive decorations, and seasonal treats. It's the perfect place to soak in the holiday spirit...

Discover the enchanting Weihnachtsmarkt in Fürstenwalde, a magical holiday experience. The Feuerwehrverein proudly presents their 'Löschzug' beer wagon, serving delicious mulled wine and offering a cozy spot for festive chats. For over two weeks, the city center transforms into a...

Königs Wusterhausen is preparing for its annual Christmas Market in 2025, seeking an experienced organizer to bring the festive spirit to life. Planned for the historic Kirchplatz, with an option to expand to the castle's courtyard, this market promises a...

Experience the intimate and nature-infused Eichwalde Advent Market, held around the historic Alte Feuerwache. Browse unique handmade crafts, children's fashion, and local honey. Younger visitors will delight in a fairy tale performance, while the sounds of the local brass orchestra...

Immerse yourself in the festive spirit at the Spremberger Weihnachtsmarkt. This enchanting event transforms the entire city center into a winter wonderland, featuring a diverse program of activities. Wander through the market square, Lange Straße, Kreuzkirche, and Kulturschloss, discovering unique...

Experience the magic of the Teschenmarkt, Hoyerswerda's beloved Christmas market, held annually on the third weekend of Advent. Nestled in the heart of the old town, this festive event offers a delightful array of artisanal crafts, unique gifts, and seasonal...

Step into a winter wonderland at the Fairytale Christmas Market in Senftenberg. This enchanting event transforms the Schlosshof into a magical realm where visitors can meet beloved fairytale characters like Frau Holle and Hänsel and Gretel. Enjoy the festive atmosphere...

Step into a fairytale at the Meißner Weihnacht, where the historic market square transforms into a magical Christmas wonderland. Wander through over 40 charming stalls, discovering unique handcrafted gifts, traditional Erzgebirge wood carvings, festive ornaments, and seasonal delicacies. Don't miss...

Dresden's largest shopping street, Prager Straße, transforms into a dazzling winter wonderland. Between the Hotel Pullman and Centrum Galerie, Dresdner Winterlichter offers a vibrant Christmas market experience. Discover a wide array of merchants, savor delicious food and hot drinks, and...

Discover the intimate charm of the Elbhangfest-Weihnachtsmarkt in Dresden-Loschwitz. This beloved market, often considered a hidden gem, offers a romantic atmosphere with the scent of mulled wine and baked apples. Browse unique, handcrafted items from local artisans, including wooden angels,...

Experience the 'Winterzauber' at Strandbad Wendenschloss, a beloved Christmas market returning for its fifth year. Visitors can soak in a cozy holiday atmosphere overlooking the water, enjoying a mix of entertainment and festive cheer. The market features stalls with traditional...

The Lichtenrader Lichtermarkt returns for its 48th year, transforming the historic village square of Lichtenrade into a festive wonderland. Nearly 100 stalls will offer a diverse range of handcrafted items, from wood and ceramics to wool creations, perfect for finding...

Immerse yourself in the enchanting atmosphere of Christmas at Kliczków Castle's holiday market. Discover homemade delicacies, regional handicrafts, and traditional festive decorations. The event promises delightful surprises and attractions for children, including a special visit from Santa Claus.

Discover the charm of the Buckower Weihnachtsmarkt, a delightful German Christmas market. Browse unique crafts and seasonal treats from local vendors, immersing yourself in a festive atmosphere perfect for the holiday season.

Immerse yourself in the festive spirit at the Reichenbacher Adventsmarkt. This charming market brings together numerous artisan vendors offering unique handmade Christmas ornaments and traditional decorations. It's the perfect place to find special gifts and soak in the holiday atmosphere.

Discover the magical Schlossweihnacht Schönfeld, a festive Christmas market held annually at the historic Renaissance castle. Visitors can immerse themselves in a traditional holiday atmosphere, enjoying seasonal treats like bratwurst and Glühwein amidst the castle's unique architecture. It's a perfect...

Discover the charm of the Christmas Market of the Left Elbe Estates, a unique event spanning four distinct locations. Explore artisan markets, witness live craft demonstrations like glassblowing, and savor local specialties including wine and seasonal treats. It's a perfect...

Experience the enchanting Gröbaer Lichterzeit, a unique street Christmas market on Kirchstraße. Local residents transform their neighborhood into a festive wonderland with over 30 attractions, including craft workshops, live performances, and a magical courtyard cinema. Savor traditional treats like mulled...

Experience the Rudower Weihnachtsmeile, a festive Christmas market held on the fourth Advent weekend. Browse stalls offering delicious Glühwein, cotton candy, and candied almonds, perfect for a seasonal treat. Discover unique, handcrafted gifts from local artisans, ideal for last-minute holiday...

Experience the magic of the Podelziger Weihnachtsmarkt on November 29, 2025. This traditional market invites associations, community groups, citizens, and businesses to participate, offering a chance to share support, donations, and unique crafts. Enjoy a festive atmosphere with seasonal culinary...

Discover treasures and unique finds at the Luckenwalder Trödelmarkt, a vibrant flea market event. Anyone can participate as a seller or a browser, giving pre-loved items a second life. Enjoy interesting conversations and a great atmosphere while exploring the boulevard,...

Step into a magical Christmas wonderland at Dekowelt Lichterglanz, the early bird Christmas market held within the unique 'Cathedral of Lime' at Museumspark Rüdersdorf. Browse a charming selection of festive decorations for your home and garden, discover handcrafted items, and...