Last updated: 11. November 2024
Welcome to your complete guide to Hamburg's Christmas season! Here you'll find all festive activities and events that the Hanseatic city has to offer during the Advent season.
From the historic Speicherstadt to the Town Hall Square, Hamburg transforms into a winter metropolis. The traditional Christmas market at the Town Hall forms the heart of the festivities, while numerous market stalls extend along Mönckebergstrasse. The Alster with its festive illumination and the maritime Christmas markets at the harbor reflect the Hanseatic tradition.
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Hamburg Holiday Markets and Shopping
Roncalli Christmas Market
- What to Expect
- Unique combination of craftsmanship and sustainable cuisine.
- Description
- The Historical Christmas Market at the Town Hall offers old craftsmanship, Christmas specialties, and festive programs. In the themed alleys, you will find a rich selection of Christmas decorations, gifts, and culinary delights.
- Where
- Hamburg | More Info : Roncalli Christmas Market
Spitalerstraße Christmas Market
- What to Expect
- Large walkable Christmas tree and diverse crafts
- Description
- The Spitalerstraße Christmas Market in Hamburg offers a variety of craft stalls, culinary delights, and an attractive program. The pedestrian zone is illuminated by sparkling decorations and transforms into a magical shopping street.
- Where
- Hamburg | More Info : Spitalerstraße Christmas Market
Überseeboulevard Christmas Market
- What to Expect
- Winter golf with 13 individual courses
- Description
- The Überseeboulevard Christmas Market offers a diverse atmosphere with a cozy lounge and winter golf. Visitors can enjoy delicious food, warm drinks, and festive music. The entire Überseeboulevard has been festively decorated since 2010 and shines brightly during Christmas.
- Where
- Hamburg | More Info : Überseeboulevard Christmas Market
Jungfernstieg Christmas Market
- What to Expect
- 17 years of Weißerzauber at Jungfernstieg
- Description
- The Christmas market at Jungfernstieg delights visitors from around the world with its festive lighting display, matching the contemporary architectural style of the location. The market event seamlessly integrates into the ambiance around Hamburg's prestigious boulevard, featuring nearby hotels, companies, and the Alsterhaus.
- Where
- Hamburg | More Info : Jungfernstieg Christmas Market
Santa Pauli Christmas Market
- What to Expect
- Unique blend of Christmas tradition and Kiez atmosphere.
- Description
- The Spielbudenplatz Christmas market offers a unique blend of traditional Christmas festivities and lively Kiez atmosphere. Visitors can enjoy live music, hot angels on the stage show, and a variety of gift items, including erotic offerings. The Winterdeck is a highlight where one can enjoy hot drinks like "Bordsteinschwalben" or "Nussknacker".
- Where
- Hamburg | More Info : Santa Pauli Christmas Market
St. Michael's Church Christmas Market
- What to Expect
- Traditional Christmas market with handmade crafts and music.
- Description
- The St. Michaelis Christmas Market offers handmade crafts, fashion, jewelry, and seasonal decorations. Visitors can enjoy mulled wine, try homemade pastries, and purchase handmade Christmas gifts. There is also a program for families and children featuring sung songs and told stories.
- Where
- Hamburg | More Info : St. Michael's Church Christmas Market
Fleet Island Christmas Market
- What to Expect
- Maritime atmosphere with sail oldtimers and children's carousel.
- Description
- The Fleetinsel Christmas Market offers an idyllic atmosphere with warm hospitality, various gift and decoration items, and selected seasonal treats. Stroll leisurely along the festive stalls and enjoy the scent of Christmas spices and herbs.
- Where
- Hamburg | More Info : Fleet Island Christmas Market
Bergedorf Castle Christmas Market
- What to Expect
- Unique craftsmanship and classical live music in the castle courtyard.
- Description
- The Bergedorfer Christmas Market offers a Nordic atmosphere with Lussebulle, Köttbullar, Pippi Langstrumpf, Santa Claus, and glittering snowflakes. The event takes place in the heart of Bergedorf, central to the shopping street “Alte Holstenstraße,” and ends in the Bergedorfer Castle Garden. The cozy atmosphere of a Scandinavian Christmas village is created by festive lights, Northern Lights, and Polar Lights.
- Where
- Hamburg-Bergedorf | More Info : Bergedorf Castle Christmas Market
Hamburg Holiday Shows and Entertainment
Advent and Christmas Concerts in St. Michaelis
- What to Expect
- Unique combination of classical music and historic church architecture.
- Description
- The Advent concerts at St. Michaelis Church offer a variety of musical highlights, from classical Christmas carols to Bach's Christmas Oratorio.
- Where
- Hamburg | More Info : Advent and Christmas Concerts in St. Michaelis
Christmas Concert in Laeiszhalle
- What to Expect
- Thoughtful Christmas music with Esther Schweins and the Carl-Philipp-Emanuel-Bach-Chor Hamburg.
- Description
- In the Laeiszhalle, a festive Christmas concert with Esther Schweins will take place. The well-known actress presents festive choral music and evocative Christmas sounds, accompanied by the Carl-Philipp-Emanuel-Bach-Chor Hamburg under the direction of Hansjörg Albrecht. Famous Christmas songs and texts from various centuries and traditions will be presented.
- Where
- Hamburg | More Info : Christmas Concert in Laeiszhalle