Last updated: November 22, 2024
Planning your Christmas stay in Dessau? Our comprehensive event guide provides you with all essential information for the holiday season, whether you're familiar with the city or visiting for the first time.
In the historic city center, the market square transforms into a traditional Christmas market, surrounded by the magnificent buildings of the Bauhaus heritage. From the festively decorated stalls at the town hall to the atmospheric events in the city park, the winter program extends throughout the entire city. The region additionally offers numerous advent markets in the surrounding towns, easily accessible by public transportation.
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Dessau Holiday Markets and Shopping
Dessau Christmas Market
- What to Expect
- A real Christmas tree and an ice rink.
- Description
- The Dessauer Adventsmarket offers culinary highlights, beautiful stands, and a festive atmosphere. Despite the restrictions, we cordially invite you to fully enjoy the market.
- Where
- Dessau | More Info : Dessau Christmas Market
Carousel and Train
- What to Expect
- Unique Christmas sausage and diverse craft stands.
- Description
- The Möllensdorfer Wald-Weihnachtsmarkt offers a festive atmosphere with a petting zoo, carousel, and train. Visitors can make Christmas decorations and try the Möllensdorfer Christmas sausage.
- Where
- Dessau | More Info : Carousel and Train
Light Installations and Light Figures
- What to Expect
- Real light installations and illuminated figures throughout the market area.
- Description
- The Dessauer Adventsmarkt features a variety of light installations and illuminated figures that enhance the pre-Christmas atmosphere.
- Where
- Dessau | More Info : Light Installations and Light Figures
Dessau Holiday Shows and Entertainment
Björn Casapietra - Christmas Love Songs
- What to Expect
- Unique Christmas concert featuring international classics and German Christmas classics.
- Description
- Björn Casapietra presents his program „Christmas Love Songs“ with a diverse repertoire ranging from festive pieces like „Adeste Fideles“ and „Es ist ein Ros’ entsprungen“ to international classics such as the French „Cantique de Noël“. Accompanied by the young pianist Peter Forster.
- Where
- Dessau | More Info : Björn Casapietra - Christmas Love Songs
Christmas Wreath Workshop
- What to Expect
- A winter evening with step-by-step instructions and a winter-themed aperitif.
- Description
- In the Weihnachtskranz Workshop, you can bind your personal Advent wreath with friends, colleagues, or family in a contemplative evening. Our lovely Anne will guide you step-by-step with a winter-themed aperitif on how to create your wreath in a Scandinavian style with winter decorations, shiny balls, and some extra flair.
- Where
- Dessau | More Info : Christmas Wreath Workshop