Giessen Christmas Events & Things to Do 2025
Your complete guide to the best christmas events in Giessen and surrounding areas
Giessen stages Christmas 2025 with Holiday lights across the Markt and Hochschule areas, pairing academic energy with seasonal charm. Attend the Gießener Weihnachtsmarkt or visit Kloster Schiffenberg’s historically themed Christmas program for a mix of traditional crafts and live music. The city offers festive events, parades, and holiday activities that range from family workshops to nighttime lights walks, giving visitors plenty of things to do amid Giessen’s illuminated streets.
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Christmas Markets
60 eventsMulti-faceted Christmas city experience with markets, ice rink, and events
Christmas Shows
16 eventsPatrick Snow sings Bublé and Sinatra classics
Christmas Parties
11 events100 liters of free mulled wine and professional fireworks.
Other Christmas Activities
11 eventsAward-winning international circus artists and live orchestra.
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New Year's Eve Cruise in Frankfurt
(Frankfurt)
New Year's Eve cruise with skyline views and all-inclusive dining.
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Batschkapp Silvester Party
(Frankfurt)
100 liters of free mulled wine and professional fireworks.
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Great Christmas Circus Frankfurt
(Frankfurt am Main)
Award-winning international circus artists and live orchestra.
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Weihnachtsstadt Bad Homburg
(Bad Homburg vor der Höhe)
Multi-faceted Christmas city experience with markets, ice rink, and events
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Hanauer Weihnachtszauber (Hanau Christmas Magic)
(Hanau)
City-wide Christmas markets with a giant Advent calendar
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Büdinger Weihnachtszauber 2025
(Büdingen)
Historic town illuminated by thousands of lights.
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Christmas Lights Near Giessen
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Extended shopping hours with festive light displays
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Weekday evenings tend to be less crowded. Peak times are weekends in December, especially closer to Christmas.
Most events offer on-site parking. Check individual event pages for specific parking information and fees.
Most venues are accessible. Contact individual events for specific accessibility accommodations.