Illustration of a christmas market scene (Weihnachtsmarkt rund um das Ballenlager)
Christmas Markets

Weihnachtsmarkt rund um das Ballenlager

Hosted across the former GBS textile factory, this market features around fifty vendors presenting high-quality crafts and gift ideas in the Ballenlager and Kulturschmiede. Local model builders from the Grevener Modelleisenbahnertreff also assemble part of their model railway layout inside the Ballenlager. Visitors can settle in for mulled wine, coffee, and cake in the Kesselhaus and Karderie.

What to Expect

Artisan crafts and model trains inside a former textile factory.

Event Details

Ages

All ages

Timed Entry

No

Organizer

Greven Marketing

Food & Drink

The Kesselhaus and Karderie serve mulled wine, coffee, and cake.

Local Insight & Ratings

Family Friendly

🎄 🎄 🎄 ⚪ ⚪ (3/5)

Best For

Craft shoppers and model railway enthusiasts

Vibe

Festive and cozy

Energy Level

Low

Budget

Free

Photo Friendly

Moderate

Weather Sensitivity

Low

Location

Das Ballenlager in Greven
Friedrich-Ebert-Straße 3-5, 48268 Greven
Greven
48268

Know Before You Go

  • Tickets: Admission is free.
  • Hours: Sat 14:00–20:00; Sun 12:00–18:00.

Tips & Advice

  • Admission is free, making it easy to browse the market without committing to a purchase.
  • Visit both the Ballenlager and Kulturschmiede to see the approximately fifty craft and gift vendors spread across the two spaces.
  • Make time for the model railway layout in the Ballenlager, assembled by members of the Grevener Modelleisenbahnertreff.
  • Use the Kesselhaus and Karderie for a pause with coffee, cake, or mulled wine during your visit.
  • On Saturday, plan your visit between 2 and 8 p.m.; Sunday hours are noon to 6 p.m., so choose accordingly.

Special Events & Promotions

  • Admission is free.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What can I buy?

About fifty vendors sell high-quality crafts and gift ideas in the Ballenlager and the Kulturschmiede.

Is there anything for model railway fans?

Yes. Model builders from the Grevener Modelleisenbahnertreff set up part of their layout inside the Ballenlager.

Where can I get food and drink?

Go to the Kesselhaus and the Karderie, which serve mulled wine, coffee and cake.

Is the market indoors?

Yes. It's spread across the buildings of the former GBS textile factory: the Ballenlager, Kulturschmiede, Kesselhaus and Karderie.

How can I get a stall as a vendor?

Exhibitors register online through Greven Marketing e.V., which runs sign-ups for its events.

Tags

Christmas marketholiday marketartisanal productshandmade craftsfestive foodcommunity celebrationfree eventlocal artisansholiday shopping

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Last Updated: Oct 20, 2026
Original Submitter: Sep 17, 2025 The Christmas Events Near Me editorial team