Last updated: 11. November 2024
The Christmas season has arrived in Leipzig! Our comprehensive event guide provides you with an overview of all festive activities in the trade fair city, for both locals and visitors.
The historic market square transforms into a traditional Christmas market with regional specialties and craftsmanship. From there, the festivities extend along Grimmaische Strasse to Augustusplatz, where you'll find numerous market stalls, a Ferris wheel, and cultural performances. The medieval passages and courtyards of the city center offer additional venues with Christmas atmosphere.
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Leipzig Holiday Markets and Shopping
Leipzig Christmas Market
- What to Expect
- Unique combination of traditional Christmas market stalls and historic old town.
- Description
- The Leipzig Christmas Market features around 300 stalls in the historic old town, offering regional culinary delights and handmade gifts.
- Where
- Leipzig | More Info : Leipzig Christmas Market
Christmas Market at Augustusplatz
- What to Expect
- A large Ferris wheel and an animatronic fairy-tale forest.
- Description
- The Christmas market at Augustusplatz offers a variety of traditional Christmas market stalls, including a large Ferris wheel and an animatronic fairy-tale forest.
- Where
- Leipzig | More Info : Christmas Market at Augustusplatz
Finnish Village
- What to Expect
- Live preparation of grilled salmon over an open flame
- Description
- In the Finnish Village, you can experience the Nordic atmosphere and traditional Finnish delicacies like grilled salmon and mulled wine. Watch the live preparation of traditional Finnish grilled salmon over an open flame and enjoy the festive atmosphere.
- Where
- Leipzig | More Info : Finnish Village
Fairy Tale Forest
- What to Expect
- A new series with animals from the Märchenwald.
- Description
- The new children's mug for the Leipzig Christmas market features the festive market motif and starts a Märchenwald series with Onkel Uhu.
- Where
- Leipzig | More Info : Fairy Tale Forest
Zwickau Christmas Market
- What to Expect
- Traditional Bergparade and Erzgebirge folk art
- Description
- The Zwickauer Weihnachtsmarkt offers a festive atmosphere with typical Advent and Christmas items, such as Erzgebirge folk art and regional specialties. A fairy-tale street and the visit of Santa Claus make the festival a celebration of love and joy.
- Where
- Zwickau | More Info : Zwickau Christmas Market
Chemnitz Christmas Market
- What to Expect
- Unique blend of traditional Christmas market offerings and modern city atmosphere.
- Description
- The Chemnitzer Christmas Market offers a variety of Christmas items, culinary delicacies, and traditional Erzgebirge wooden Christmas decorations.
- Where
- Chemnitz | More Info : Chemnitz Christmas Market
Meissen Christmas Market
- What to Expect
- Erzgebirge woodcarvings and Christmas decorations in festively decorated stalls.
- Description
- The Meißner Christmas Market transforms into a festive holiday land from November 27 to December 24. With over 40 beautifully decorated stalls, vendors offer a variety of Christmas goods, including Erzgebirge woodcarvings, Christmas decorations, candles, and more.
- Where
- Meissen | More Info : Meissen Christmas Market
Leipzig Holiday Shows and Entertainment
Christmas with the Thalbachs Leipzig
- What to Expect
- Unique Christmas celebration with Katharina Thalbach and her family.
- Description
- Katharina Thalbach and her family present a traditional Christmas program with music and singing.
- Where
- Leipzig | More Info : Christmas with the Thalbachs Leipzig
Leipzig Other Holiday Activities
Barthels Hof Advent Menu
- No burnt goose, no dishes to wash.
- At Barthels Hof, you can enjoy a delicious Christmas meal with various appetizers, main courses, and desserts. The menu is served in two sittings and offers a variety of regional specialties.
- Leipzig | More Info : Barthels Hof Advent Menu
Christmas Brunch at INNSiDE by Meliá Leipzig
- What to Expect
- Panoramic views of Leipzig's rooftops
- Description
- At INNSiDE by Meliá Leipzig, a rich Christmas brunch is offered, combining a comprehensive breakfast buffet with lovingly prepared main courses. The event takes place in the Sky Lounge, where guests can enjoy panoramic views of Leipzig's rooftops. The selection includes regional and seasonal dishes that can be ordered individually. Children under 4 years are free, while children between 5 and 12 years pay 50% of the brunch price.
- Where
- Leipzig | More Info : Christmas Brunch at INNSiDE by Meliá Leipzig