Dessau Christmas Shows 2026

Guests enjoy a holiday gala combining classical Viennese operetta, festive carols, and ballet scenes. The performance features vocal soloists, a six-dancer ballet ensemble from the National Theatre Prague, and the Metropolitan Chamber Orchestra alongside zither accompaniment. Host Ernst Dollwetzel leads...

Visitors can pause for reflection along the Luther pilgrimage trail with live performances inside the historic St. Nicolai church. The concerts feature changing artists and genres, ranging from classical guitar duos playing works across different musical eras to organ and...

Attendees gather in the atmospherically lit Thomaskirche to experience a long-standing Leipzig musical tradition bringing generations together in anticipation of Christmas. The Thomanerchor performs a selection of seasonal choral compositions. The musical program features works by Giovanni Pierluigi da Palestrina,...

Presented by Circus Paul Busch, the production combines classic circus artistry with modern staging, showcasing aerial strap acrobatics, contortion, high-speed juggling, and quick-change magic. Guests can watch diverse animal presentations, including camels, Watusi cattle, and Shetland ponies, accompanied by comedic...

Kreismusikschule Teltow-Fläming presents its annual Christmas concert in Jüterbog. Audiences can enjoy live musical performances by the music school's students and ensembles celebrating the holiday season. The event showcases a festive musical program on stage.

Singer-songwriter Dirk Michaelis brings his holiday tour to Magdeburg's Johanniskirche for an evening of festive music and career-spanning songs. He is joined on stage by Sören Birke on duduk and harmonica, violinist Paula Möller, and multi-instrumentalist Jörg Weißelberg on guitar,...

Immerse yourself in the festive spirit with a special Advent concert held at the Evangelische Johanneskirche in Wolfen. This event features a captivating performance by Nadine Baer on the trumpet, accompanied by René Mangliers on the organ and piano, creating...

Celebrate the New Year with a spectacular concert dedicated to the 200th anniversary of Johann Strauss (son). The Anhaltische Philharmonie Dessau, led by conductor Markus L. Frank, will perform a rich selection of Strauss family compositions, including beloved waltzes and...

Step into a world of holiday magic with the Steintor-Weihnachtsrevue 2025, presenting 'Herr Fuchs, Felix und das ewige Weihnachtswunder.' This enchanting theatrical production promises a heartwarming story and festive entertainment for the entire family. Join them for a memorable experience...

Embark on a magical journey with 'Sternenstaub für den Traumzauberbaum,' a captivating children's musical. This enchanting performance unfolds within the historic Spiegelpalast, offering a unique and intimate theatrical experience. Perfect for families, the show promises delightful songs and a heartwarming...

Step into 19th-century England with this enchanting puppet theater adaptation of Charles Dickens' 'A Christmas Carol.' Follow the journey of the miserly Ebenezer Scrooge as he is visited by three spirits on Christmas Eve, leading him to a profound transformation....

Discover a captivating concert series at the historic Stadtkirche Merseburg, running from November 2024 through June 2025. This season features a rich program of classical music, including J.S. Bach's 'Weihnachtsoratorium,' Mendelssohn's 'Lobgesang,' and performances by esteemed ensembles like the Kammerorchester...

Experience the magic of the holiday season with a series of enchanting Christmas concerts in Halberstadt. From the solemn 'Adventseinläuten am Dom' to lively performances at the Harztheater and intimate musical evenings, these events offer a festive soundtrack to your...

Discover the enchanting sounds of Christmas at St. Wenzel Church in Naumburg. This event highlights the magnificent Hildebrandt-Orgel, an organ of European cultural significance that Johann Sebastian Bach himself helped design. Experience captivating evening concerts throughout the Advent and Christmas...