Illustration of a christmas market scene (Besonderer Weihnachtsmarkt Krefeld)
Christmas Markets

Besonderer Weihnachtsmarkt Krefeld

Held outside Krefeld Town Hall, this volunteer-run market transforms the square into a festive village filled with warmth, music, and community spirit. Participating non-profit groups, initiatives, and clubs present their work and run stalls focused on social justice, environmental protection, and peace. All proceeds generated by participants support social causes and their charitable statutory goals.

What to Expect

Non-commercial charity Christmas market supporting social and environmental causes in Krefeld

Event Details

Ages

All ages

Timed Entry

No

Organizer

Besonderer Weihnachtsmarkt Krefeld

Local Insight & Ratings

Family Friendly

🎄 🎄 🎄 ⚪ ⚪ (3/5)

Best For

Visitors interested in community causes and charitable initiatives

Vibe

Festive and community-minded

Energy Level

Moderate

Photo Friendly

Moderate

Weather Sensitivity

High

Location

Krefelder Rathausplatz
Von-der-Leyen-Platz
Krefeld

Tips & Advice

  • Groups planning a stall should register on the website now and check their login works, because market sign-up from 14 October 2026 needs that account.
  • Sign up as soon as registration opens, because space is limited and later applicants go on a waiting list once the market is full.
  • If your group has no market stand of its own, rent one at cost, but remember you still handle setup, teardown and cleaning your spot.
  • Take time to talk with the groups at each stall, because the day is about them sharing their causes and every bit of income supports social goals.
  • Dress warmly for a December day outdoors on the town hall square, especially if you plan to stay for the music and the whole program.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What makes this Christmas market different?

It's non-commercial and run entirely by volunteers. The focus is on people in need near and far, peace, care for creation, living together without prejudice, and community. Stallholders tell visitors about their causes and their work.

Who runs the stalls, and where does the money go?

Non-profit groups, clubs, initiatives and individuals working on social engagement, peace, protecting creation or justice. All proceeds go only to each group's statutory goals or social purposes.

How can my group get a stall?

First register an account on the market's website. Then sign up for the market with those login details once registration opens on 14 October 2026. Space is limited, and a waiting list is started once the market is full.

Do I need my own stand to take part?

Each participant builds their own stand and takes care of setup, teardown and leaving their spot clean. If you don't have a stand, you can rent one for the cost.

How can I help as a volunteer?

Help is needed handing out posters and flyers, with transport, building and taking down the stage, putting up the rental stalls, laying power cables, setting up distribution boxes and finding performers.

Tags

Christmas marketholiday marketcommunity celebrationfree eventcharity eventseasonal activitiesholiday traditionfestive foodlocal artisansfamily friendly

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