Hamburg Christmas Events & Things to Do 2025
Your complete guide to the best christmas events in Hamburg and surrounding areas
Hamburg shines during the Christmas season with Weißerzauber am Jungfernstieg, Advent and Christmas Concerts at St. Michaelis, and other festive events lining the Binnenalster and Speicherstadt. Holiday activities range from holiday lights tours to family-friendly Santa visits and seasonal shopping under decorative lights. Explore markets, concerts, and winter attractions that combine maritime charm with cozy holiday traditions in Hamburg’s historic quarters.
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Christmas Markets
56 eventsChristmas market with contemporary light installations
Christmas Shows
17 eventsAdvent and Christmas concerts in a historic Hamburg church
Christmas Activities
22 eventsFestive parade with Santa and reindeer through Hamburg's city center.
Editor's Picks (6)
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Weißerzauber am Jungfernstieg Christmas Market
Christmas market with contemporary light installations
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Advent and Christmas Concerts at St. Michaelis
Advent and Christmas concerts in a historic Hamburg church
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The Nutcracker Ballet
John Neumeier's coming-of-age Nutcracker ballet.
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Silvester in Hamburg
Spectacular harbor fireworks and diverse New Year's Eve parties.
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Christmas Concert of the Hamburg Symphony Orchestra
Traditional Christmas Day classical concert.
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Historischer Weihnachtsmarkt Hamburg
Historic Christmas market with Roncalli artistic touch
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Christmas Parties Near Hamburg
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See every Christmas event, light display, and market on one map.
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Hamburg Christmas FAQ
The most significant annual Christmas events in Hamburg are undoubtedly its numerous Christmas markets, with the market at Rathausmarkt being the largest and most traditional.
Hamburg's maritime heritage often influences its Christmas traditions, with markets sometimes featuring nautical themes. The city also has a long-standing tradition of elaborate historical markets.
Residential neighborhoods like Eppendorf and Winterhude are often noted for their extensive and charming Christmas light displays on private homes.
You can find a wide array of Christmas markets throughout Hamburg's city center, with the Rathausmarkt, Gänsemarkt, and Jungfernstieg being prime locations for both traditional markets and local artisan stalls.
Wandering through the city's many Christmas markets and admiring the festive lights in residential areas are excellent free activities. Many markets are free to enter and offer a wonderful atmosphere.
Families often enjoy the Christmas markets with carousels and festive treats, as well as specific family-friendly shows and events that are announced closer to the season.