Krefeld Christmas Events & Things to Do 2025
Your complete guide to the best christmas events in Krefeld and surrounding areas
Krefeld hosts the festive season with dazzling Holiday lights and a calendar of festive events around the city center and Rheinstraße, including the 12. Krefelder Weihnachtscircus and Besonderer Weihnachtsmarkt Krefeld. Market stalls, performances, and family-friendly entertainment bring the streets to life. From seasonal concerts to Santa visits and cozy holiday activities, Krefeld offers many things to do that celebrate the winter festivals and community spirit.
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Christmas Markets
53 eventsMulti-location Christmas market with diverse offerings.
Christmas Shows
21 eventsThe Grand Classic Ballet's traditional winter tour performance of Swan Lake.
Christmas Parties
7 eventsDual-area New Year's Eve party with 70s/80s and 90s music.
Other Christmas Activities
15 events600 sqm ice rink with daily events
Editor's Picks (6)
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Kö on Ice
(Düsseldorf)
Urban ice skating and ice stock sport on Königsallee
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Düsseldorfer Weihnachtsmarkt
(Düsseldorf)
Multi-location Christmas market with diverse offerings.
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Venlo on Ice
(Venlo)
600 sqm ice rink with daily events
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Schlossweihnacht Schloss Dyck
(Jüchen)
Christmas market at a historic moated castle
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Mülheimer Schiffsweihnacht
(Mülheim an der Ruhr)
Christmas market on ships with illuminated riverbank.
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Der Geist der Weihnacht - The Spirit of Christmas Musical
(Oberhausen)
A unique retelling of "A Christmas Carol" driven by love.
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Christmas Lights Near Krefeld
Additional holiday activities and unique Christmas experiences in Krefeld.
Kö on Ice
Urban ice skating and ice stock sport on Königsallee
Lichterfest bei Schley's Ratingen
Atmospheric candlelight and fairy lights at a garden center.
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The Krefeld Christmas market at Dionysiusplatz is the city’s signature event, running from late November through December 23rd. Special concerts and holiday performances, such as Patricia Kelly’s "Blessed Christmas" and Kütsons Happy Christmas, also draw crowds during the season.
Krefeld’s holiday season is marked by its communal Christmas market, local artisan stalls, and the festive lighting of the city center. The market’s setting at the foot of St. Dionysius Church adds a historic, picturesque touch to the celebrations.
The city center around Dionysiusplatz is the main hub for holiday lights, but residential neighborhoods throughout Krefeld also join in with their own displays. Evening walks in these areas can reveal charming, lesser-known light installations.
The primary Christmas market is at Dionysiusplatz, where you’ll find local artisans, food vendors, and craft stalls. Smaller markets and pop-up events may also appear in other parts of the city during the season.
Strolling through the Christmas market, enjoying the city’s light displays, and attending free concerts or community events are excellent ways to experience the season without spending much. Many neighborhood light installations are also free to enjoy.
Families will enjoy the Christmas market’s crafts, treats, and festive atmosphere, as well as special events like children’s workshops and holiday performances. Exploring the city’s light displays together is another memorable, kid-friendly activity.