Last updated: 11. November 2024
Plan your festive days with our event guide for Kassel. Discover the most beautiful Christmas events in the documenta city, whether you're a local or a visitor.
The historic Königsplatz transforms into a traditional Christmas market with regional specialties and crafts. From there, the path leads along the Obere Königsstraße to Friedrichsplatz, where the fairy tale market with references to the Brothers Grimm takes place. Along the festively decorated shopping streets, you'll find additional small Christmas markets and events that blend harmoniously into the winter cityscape.
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Kassel Holiday Markets and Shopping
Kassel Fairy Tale Christmas Market
- What to Expect
- World's largest fairy tale pyramid
- Description
- The Kassel Fairy Tale Christmas Market attracts visitors with many highlights such as the flying Santa Claus, the popular fairy tale slide, and the world's largest fairy tale pyramid. The event takes place between Königsplatz and Friedrichsplatz and offers romantic hours for couples and sociable evenings with friends and colleagues. In addition to hot mulled wine and the scent of almonds, visitors can expect everything that has made the Kassel Fairy Tale Christmas Market the most popular of its kind in Hesse.
- Where
- Kassel | More Info : Kassel Fairy Tale Christmas Market
Christmas Market in Homberg (Efze)
- What to Expect
- Unique Christmas candle on the Hohenburg
- Description
- The Homberger Clobesmarkt takes place from December 6 to 8, 2024, on the historic market square in Homberg (Efze). Here, local associations, craftsmen, and traders showcase their culinary delights and beautiful Christmas gifts. An engaging stage program completes this special Christmas market.
- Where
- Homberg (Efze) | More Info : Christmas Market in Homberg (Efze)
Christmas Market in Espenau
- What to Expect
- Unique cultural event with voluntary engagement.
- Description
- The Christmas market in Espenau offers a diverse range of stalls with traditional Christmas items and delicious food. The event is organized by local clubs on a voluntary basis and provides a beautiful atmosphere for visitors of all ages.
- Where
- Espenau | More Info : Christmas Market in Espenau
Christmas Market in Immenhausen
- What to Expect
- Unique atmosphere with traditional Christmas items and delicious food.
- Description
- The Christmas market in Immenhausen features a variety of stalls selling traditional Christmas items, delicious food, and drinks. Visitors can enjoy a cozy atmosphere and numerous activities like decorating Christmas trees and finding gift ideas.
- Where
- Immenhausen | More Info : Christmas Market in Immenhausen
Christmas Market in Grebenstein
- What to Expect
- International flair through regional specialties from partner cities.
- Description
- The Nikolaimarkt in Grebenstein offers a combination of local offerings and culinary specialties from partner cities Lezoux (France), Sarsina (Italy), and Lopik (Netherlands). The culinary delights include wines, cheeses, honey, and cookies. In addition to the mulled wine stands, handmade products such as candles, jewelry, and hats are presented.
- Where
- Grebenstein | More Info : Christmas Market in Grebenstein
Christmas Market in Guxhagen
- What to Expect
- Unique Christmas items and local specialties.
- Description
- The Christmas market in Guxhagen offers a variety of Christmas items and culinary specialties. Visit the Weidenäckerhof and discover the charming atmosphere.
- Where
- Guxhagen | More Info : Christmas Market in Guxhagen
Christmas Market in Söhrewald
- What to Expect
- Insights into regional Christmas traditions and culinary specialties.
- Description
- The Christmas market in Söhrewald offers a variety of Christmas items and culinary specialties. Visitors can look forward to a cozy atmosphere and a rich selection of gifts and treats.
- Where
- Söhrewald | More Info : Christmas Market in Söhrewald
Kassel Holiday Shows and Entertainment
Christmas Concert in Kassel
- What to Expect
- Unique Christmas concert with classic songs in a historic church.
- Description
- Till Brönner presents his Christmas concert "Silent Night" at St. Martin's Church in Kassel. The concert offers a festive atmosphere with classic Christmas songs and is a special experience for all music lovers.
- Where
- Kassel | More Info : Christmas Concert in Kassel