Essen Christmas Shows 2026

Guests gather in the festively decorated and illuminated Villa Hügel to enjoy seasonal classical music presented by the Folkwang Kammerorchester Essen. Chief conductor Johannes Klumpp leads and moderates a program featuring string compositions from Sammartini, Mendelssohn, and Tchaikovsky. The performance...

Audiences follow siblings Jonas, Paul, and Emily alongside their dog Muffin on an adventurous quest to bake Christmas cookies after their parents are stranded in a snowstorm. The stage production brings holiday storytelling to life with singing, dancing, and well-known...

Audiences follow the moving love story of Angelica as she navigates odd jobs and searches for love in pre-Christmas New York. The production features live performances of classic and modern Christmas pop hits accompanied by a full orchestra. Elaborate sets,...

Audiences experience a festive musical journey presenting classic Christmas carols performed in unique Gregorian chant arrangements. The concert blends choral singing, evocative melodies, and an impressive stage show to create an atmospheric holiday performance.

Audiences experience a festive concert featuring Gregorian choral arrangements of classic and modern holiday songs alongside pop favorites. The performance showcases selections from the album 'Magical Chants', including reinterpretations of tunes like 'All You Need Is Love' and 'Fairytale Of...

Radio and television presenter Jan Malte Andresen reads festive Christmas stories and poems by well-known authors, alternating between humorous and deeply touching moments. Accompanied by the live band Goodbeats, the show doubles as a sing-along concert where the audience is...

Visitors enjoy a contemplative pre-Christmas musical afternoon in the atmospheric setting of the Anneliese Brost Musikforum Ruhr. The concert features live orchestral music performed by the Bochumer Symphoniker as part of the Kultur 60+ series.

Guests enjoy an energetic rockin' Christmas concert featuring international live performances. The lineup showcases Jackson Sloane from the UK, Boogie Banausen from Germany, and The Spuny Boys from France as part of the 25th anniversary weekender celebration.

Known as the warm-up act at Rock am Ring, Humppa con Panhas take the stage to reframe famous songs into energetic Finnish Humppa and polka rhythms. The band pairs lively accordion leads, driving basslines, and guitars with humorous, sarcastic vocal...

Guests experience a German-language stage production featuring stand-up comedy, imaginative costumes, and live vocal performances by Gina de L'Amore. The entertainment blends humor and holiday cheer with seasonal songs such as White Christmas and Winter Wonderland, as well as New...

Guests gather in the festively decorated church to sing both classic and modern Christmas songs together with Anja Lerch. Song lyrics are projected onto a large screen so participants of all ages can easily join in. Seating inside the church...

Audiences join musical theatre performer Marion Wilmer and pianist Christian Heckelsmüller for an interactive evening of familiar Christmas carols and seasonal classics. Guests are encouraged to sing along from their seats, whether humming gently or singing at full voice. The...

Guests experience an energetic live show as the three-woman ensemble performs close-harmony vocal arrangements backed by their own acoustic instrumentation. The trio plays double bass, guitar, ukulele, trumpet, and other instruments, blending 1940s-style swing melodies with original compositions and witty...

Prepare to be enchanted by "Der Geist der Weihnacht" (The Spirit of Christmas), a spectacular musical adaptation of Charles Dickens' classic "A Christmas Carol." This beloved production, which has captivated over 800,000 visitors, offers a fresh perspective on Scrooge's transformation,...

Immerse yourself in the magical world of 'The Nutcracker' with a captivating live performance by the Sinfonieorchester Wuppertal. Narrated by the engaging Malte Arkona, this family-friendly concert brings Tchaikovsky's beloved score to life within the acoustically superb and architecturally stunning...

Discover the true spirit of Christmas with 'Die stille Nacht - Das Weihnachtsmusical.' This enchanting performance offers a fresh and surprising take on the beloved Christmas story, blending traditional elements with modern twists. Follow Gabrielle's magical journey as she seeks...

Join Ritter Rost and his friends for a hilarious and heartwarming Christmas celebration! When King Bleifuß demands exemplary holidays, Ritter Rost's aunt Gitta insists on an extravagant party with a giant tree and many gifts. Watch as Burgfräulein Bö and...

Immerse yourself in the magic of the holiday season with 'Christmas On Air – Die Weihnachtsshow.' This unique event features WDR2 moderator Jan Malte Andresen sharing a curated selection of Christmas stories and poems, ranging from humorous to deeply touching....

Join Nils Landgren for 'Christmas With My Friends,' a special holiday concert featuring a selection of cherished Christmas songs. Landgren, a renowned trombonist and vocalist, brings together a collective of top European musicians to create a unique and heartwarming festive...

Immerse yourself in the festive spirit with The Dark Tenor's 'Weihnachtszauber' tour. Billy Andrews, known as The Dark Tenor, will enchant audiences with his extraordinary voice, performing traditional Christmas songs and heartfelt original compositions. Accompanied by a talented acoustic ensemble...

Get into the holiday spirit with Lille Juleaften, a cherished annual benefit concert that heralds the start of the Christmas season. This popular event features a delightful mix of handmade music, folk elements, and creative renditions of beloved Christmas classics,...

Immerse yourself in the magic of the holiday season with Candlelight Christmas, a unique concert experience in Wuppertal. This event transforms the Immanuelskirche into a breathtaking venue, illuminated by thousands of candles, where a talented string quartet performs enchanting music...

Get ready to embrace the holiday spirit with Nito Torres' "Weihnachten" sing-along evening at the Ebertbad. This event promises a joyful and healthy dose of festive cheer, encouraging everyone to sing along to classic Christmas tunes. With lyrics displayed on...

Prepare for an evening of soul-stirring gospel music as the Happy Singers present their annual Christmas concert. This highly anticipated event promises a heartwarming program featuring traditional carols and contemporary gospel hits, all delivered with passion and powerful vocal harmonies....

This heartwarming Christmas story, 'Elvis and the Man in the Red Coat,' is a delightful experience for the whole family. It follows Ole's cozy Christmas Eve plans that are hilariously disrupted by an unexpected visitor. The tale unfolds with humor...

Get ready for a Rock'n'Roll Christmas Party at the historic Schloss Horst! The Fellows will deliver a vibrant program featuring popular Christmas classics like 'Rockin' Around The Christmas Tree' and 'Let It Snow,' alongside timeless rock'n'roll hits from legends such...

The Herner Symphoniker and the Municipal Music School present their traditional New Year's concerts at the Kulturzentrum. Under the baton of Elmar Witt, the orchestra will perform a selection of beloved classical pieces, offering a festive start to the year.