Leipziger Weihnachtsmarkt
Spanning the historic city center, the market features around 300 stalls centered around the traditional Christmas tree on Marktplatz. Visitors can explore artisan craft demonstrations on the Naschmarkt, wander through Finnish and South Tyrolean villages on Augustusplatz, and ride a Ferris wheel. The festivities also include a fairytale forest for children and daily brass trombone music played from the balcony of the Old Town Hall.
What to Expect
Germany's second-oldest Christmas market, dating back to 1458.
Event Details
Ages
All ages
Neighborhood
City Center
Timed Entry
No
Organizer
Leipzig Tourismus und Marketing GmbH
Food & Drink
Food stalls offer a range of sweet and savory treats to sample.
Local Insight & Ratings
Family Friendly
Best For
Families, market browsers and craft enthusiasts
Vibe
Historic and festive
Energy Level
Moderate
Budget
Free
Photo Friendly
High
Weather Sensitivity
Moderate
Location
Know Before You Go
- Tickets: Eintritt frei.
- Hours: Nov 24: starts at 14:00; ceremonial opening at 17:00 on Marktplatz. Sunday–Thursday: 11:00–21:00; Friday and Saturday: 11:00–22:00. Dec 22–23: 11:00–20:00; Dec 23 only on Marktplatz.
- Parking: Nearby city-centre car parks; the closest is the Q-Park Marktgalerie underground garage.
Tips & Advice
- Be on the Marktplatz on November 24 for the ceremonial opening that kicks off the market under the traditional Christmas tree.
- Don't leave your visit to December 23, because only the Marktplatz stays open that day and closing time is earlier on the last two days.
- Bring children to Augustusplatz for the fairy-tale forest, the Ferris wheel, and the Finnish and South Tyrolean villages.
- Walk Grimmaische Straße between the Marktplatz, Nikolaikirchhof and Augustusplatz, since it links the market sites and is lined with gift stalls.
- Park at the Q-Park Marktgalerie underground garage, the closest car park to the Marktplatz, and explore the rest of the market on foot.
Special Events & Promotions
- The market opens with a ceremony on the Marktplatz on November 24.
- On December 22 and 23 the market closes earlier, and on December 23 only the Marktplatz is open.
Quick Actions
Frequently Asked Questions
Where should families with children go?
Head to Augustusplatz, which becomes a Finnish village and a South Tyrolean village. Children especially love the fairy-tale forest there. A ride on the Ferris wheel gives everyone a view over the city.
Where can I watch craftspeople at work?
At the Historical Christmas Market on the Naschmarkt, you can watch everyone from candle makers to art blacksmiths.
How are the different market areas connected?
The Marktplatz, with its traditional Christmas tree, is the center of the market. Grimmaische Straße links the different sites, and both it and Petersstraße are good for gift shopping. The Nikolaikirchhof gathers under its Christmas pyramid.
Where is the nearest parking?
There are car parks around the city center. The closest is the Q-Park Marktgalerie underground garage.
Is there music?
Yes, trumpets play daily from the balcony of the Old Town Hall, and there are other musical performances across the market.
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