Last updated: December 01, 2024
Get ready for a festive season in Lengerich! Our event guide presents all winter activities in the city. Whether you're a local or visitor, here you'll find everything for a wonderful Christmas experience.
The historic marketplace forms the heart of the festivities, surrounded by traditional half-timbered houses and the time-honored town hall. From here, the winter activities extend along Bahnhofstraße to the community center, where visitors can experience traditional craftsmanship, regional specialties, and cultural performances. The nearby cities of Osnabrück and Münster complement the region's festive offerings with their well-known Christmas markets.
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Krippenausstellung and handmade goods
The Krippenmarkt Lengerich features numerous activities for both children and adults. In addition to the beautiful Krippenausstellung by Offensive Lengerich e.V. in the church, there are many exhibitors and organizations offering handmade and baked goods. The event also includes a popular raffle with prizes and gift vouchers.
Where: Lengerich | More Info: Lengerich Crib Market
Festively decorated stalls with handmade gifts and treats.
The Nikolausmarkt in Lengerich offers coffee and cake, warm and cold treats, as well as hot mulled wine. In festively decorated stalls, beautiful gifts and handmade items can be purchased. Santa Claus visits the children in the afternoon.
Where: Lengerich | More Info: St. Nicholas Market in Lengerich
Diverse program with music performances and nativity scene exhibition.
The Krippenmarkt in Lengerich offers a diverse program for young and old. Music performances at several locations create a pre-Christmas atmosphere. The popular nativity scene exhibition by the Bürgerverein „Offensive“ in the town church features nativity scenes from Lengericher families, the Krippenbauer Böggemann, and from kindergartens and schools. The large outdoor nativity scene by the church community completes the exhibition.
Where: Lengerich | More Info: Outdoor Crib of the Parish
Variety of offers and attractions for all age groups
The Feierabendmarkt Leeden in December offers a variety of offers and attractions. Visitors can look forward to local products, handicrafts, and culinary specialties. There are also various workshops and events suitable for all age groups.
Where: Lengerich | More Info: Evening Market Leeden in December
150 different types of sweets and licorice products
The Hollandmarkt offers a wide range of Dutch specialties such as backfish, textiles, leather goods, and fresh fruit and vegetables. Traditional treats like poffertjes and Holland frikandellen are also available. Visit the stand of the main organizers Yvonne and Henk ter Hennepe for an unparalleled selection of sweets and licorice products.
Where: Lengerich | More Info: Holland Market
Unique concert featuring music by the Teutoburger Streicherensemble and the "Orchestra without Borders".
As part of the Lengerich Christmas Market, the "Peaceful Christmas" concert takes place. Featuring music by the Teutoburger Streicherensemble (led by M. Helgert) and the "Orchestra without Borders" (led by I. Korte), the concert promises to be an unforgettable experience. Admission is free.
Where: Lengerich | More Info: Peaceful Christmas Concert
Charming Christmas piece featuring the Eselchen Zimt and his friend Spinne.
The Eselchen Zimt is a charming Christmas piece where the Eselchen Zimt and his friend Spinne make their way to the manger. The box office opens 30 minutes before the show. Reservations can be made through info@krokodiltheater.de or VvK Tecklenburg Touristik, Markt 7, 49545 Tecklenburg (plus Vvk fee). Parking is free in front of the event location, and the venue is barrier-free. Please note the minimum age for attendees is 4 years.
Where: Lengerich | More Info: Cinnamon Donkey
Complex and amusing journey of Santa Claus on an old baker's bicycle.
The Christmas celebration takes place in Tecklenburg. On an old baker's bicycle, transformed into a heavenly vehicle, the Christmas angel accompanies Santa Claus on a complex and amusing journey. The box office opens 30 minutes before the performance. Reservations can be made through info@krokodiltheater.de or VvK Tecklenburg Touristik, Markt 7, 49545 Tecklenburg (plus Vvk fee). Parking is free in front of the event location, and the venue is barrier-free. The minimum age for attendees is 5 years.
Where: Lengerich | More Info: Holidays for Santa Claus
A thematic concert program with a Christmas concert.
The JazzBistro offers a diverse concert program with thematic concerts, including a Christmas concert that presents international flair and musical highlights.
Where: Lengerich | More Info: Jazz Bistro
Afternoon hike with lanterns and candles.
The traditional Grünkohlessen offers a cozy and harmonious atmosphere, featuring Grünkohl served with various specialties like Pinkel and Kassler. The event is accompanied by an afternoon hike, where participants bring lanterns and candles.
Where: Lengerich | More Info: Kale Eating