Dachau Christkindlmarkt
Set in Dachau's historic old town near Dachau Castle, the market features stalls across the Rathausplatz alongside a miniature railway on the lower terrace. Guests can enjoy live stage entertainment including brass ensembles, choir performances, and evening bands. On the town hall facade, a door opens daily on a 300-square-meter advent calendar to reveal prizes for ticket holders.
What to Expect
Features Bavaria's largest advent calendar and a daily charity raffle.
Event Details
Ages
All ages
Neighborhood
Old Town
Timed Entry
No
Organizer
I.G. Christkindlmarkt Dachau e.V.
Local Insight & Ratings
Family Friendly
Best For
Families and visitors who enjoy traditional christmas markets
Vibe
Festive and lively
Energy Level
Moderate
Photo Friendly
High
Weather Sensitivity
Low
Know Before You Go
- Hours: Monday–Friday 15:00–20:30; Saturday–Sunday 12:00–20:30.
- Parking: A parking location is shown at Dachau, 85221, Obermoosschwaige.
Tips & Advice
- Buy raffle tickets at the stand just left of the entrance in front of the town hall before the evening advent calendar draw.
- Visit Friday through Sunday if you want to see the artists' market on the rear town hall terrace, because it doesn't open on other days.
- Dress for the cold, because the market goes ahead in all weather and the evening bands play on through freezing temperatures.
- Come on opening day to see the traditional Engerlszug procession through the old town, accompanied by the Knabenkapelle Dachau.
- Take the S-Bahn to Dachau station, or if you drive, use the car park at Obermoosschwaige.
Special Events & Promotions
- November 20: opening day, with the traditional Engerlszug through the old town, led by the Knabenkapelle Dachau, and the opening speech by the Lord Mayor
- Advent calendar raffle drawn every evening from December 1 to 23, with tickets sold at the stand by the town hall entrance
- November 23 and 24: Coco Nut's play everything from Schlager to rock
- November 29: Flamenco Miriam La Gitana performs Spanish Christmas songs with castanets and dance
- December 3: the CHORANGE choir from Karlsfeld invites everyone to listen and sing along
Quick Actions
Frequently Asked Questions
Does the market go ahead in bad weather?
Yes. It runs in any weather.
How does the advent calendar raffle work?
Each day a door opens on the 300-square-metre calendar on the town hall, and a raffle is drawn every evening from December 1 to 23. Tickets give a double chance to win and are sold at the stand just left of the entrance in front of the town hall. The money raised goes to social causes.
Is there an artists' market?
Yes. The Künstlermarkt is on the rear town hall terrace, and it's open Friday through Sunday only.
How do I get there, and where can I park?
You can reach the old town by car, bus, train or on foot. The car park is at Obermoosschwaige, and S-Bahn and regional trains stop at Dachau station.
Can musicians or stallholders take part?
Yes. Some stage slots are still open, and musicians can apply through the application form. Stallholders apply through the stall application section.
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