Goslar Christmas Events & Things to Do 2025

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Christmas Markets (56 events) Christmas Shows (15 events) Christmas Parties (13 events) Christmas Lights (6 events) Other Christmas Activities (10 events)

Goslar kicks off the festive season around the market square and Imperial Palace with the Weihnachtsmarkt Goslar offering festive stalls beneath historic gabled buildings. Christmas lights accent the town’s medieval architecture while seasonal celebrations and holiday performances create a lively calendar of events. Families can enjoy Santa visits, holiday activities and regional treats, making Goslar a scenic and welcoming destination for winter festivities.

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Christmas Markets

56 events
Weihnachtsmarkt Goslar • Nov 26 – Dec 30

Magical Weihnachtswald with over 160,000 lights

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Christmas Shows

15 events
Wintertheater Braunschweig • Nov 6 – Dec 26

Festive Spiegelzelt hosting diverse holiday performances.

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Christmas Parties

13 events
New Year's Eve in Hannover • Dec 31 – Jan 17, 2026

Diverse New Year's Eve celebrations with sports and performances

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Christmas Lights

6 events
Christmas Garden Hannover • Nov 20 – Jan 4, 2026

Millions of lights transform the zoo into a magical wonderland.

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Other Christmas Activities

10 events
Krippeneröffnung Bad Harzburg • Nov 25

Traditional Christmas nativity scene opening ceremony

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Editor's Picks (6)

  1. Weihnachtsmarkt Goslar
    Magical Weihnachtswald with over 160,000 lights
  2. Christmas Garden Hannover (Hannover)
    Millions of lights transform the zoo into a magical wonderland.
  3. Wolfsburg Christmas Market (Wolfsburg)
    Panoramic city views from Rathausdach with market voucher.
  4. New Year's Eve in Hannover (Hannover)
    Diverse New Year's Eve celebrations with sports and performances
  5. Gifhorner Weihnachtsmarkt (Gifhorn)
    Traditional German Christmas market with artisanal crafts
  6. New Year's Eve in Göttingen (Göttingen)
    New Year's Eve concerts and fireworks in a university city.

This Week / Coming Up (6)

Wintertheater Braunschweig Thu, Nov 6
Bad Harzburger Wintertreff Fri, Nov 21
Duderstadt Christmas Market Sat, Nov 22
Roncalli Weihnachtsdorf Hannover Mon, Nov 24
Weihnachtsmarkt Göttingen Mon, Nov 24
Hildesheimer Weihnachtsmarkt Mon, Nov 24

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Goslar Christmas FAQ

When are the best times to visit?

Weekday evenings tend to be less crowded. Peak times are weekends in December, especially closer to Christmas.

Is parking available?

Most events offer on-site parking. Check individual event pages for specific parking information and fees.

Are venues accessible?

Most venues are accessible. Contact individual events for specific accessibility accommodations.