Meininger Weihnachtszauber
The event brings festive cheer to the city with a traditional Christmas market and the Meininger Adventskalender. Visitors can take photos with Santa Claus, participate in the 1,000-voice communal Christmas singing, and enjoy ice skating. Celebrations also feature an artisan craft market at Schloss Elisabethenburg and a Christmas forest on the Töpfemarkt.
What to Expect
Features an advent calendar, choral singing, and photos with Santa Claus
Event Details
Ages
All ages
Neighborhood
City Center
Timed Entry
No
Organizer
Stadt Meiningen
Local Insight & Ratings
Family Friendly
Best For
Families and christmas market visitors
Vibe
Festive and traditional
Energy Level
Moderate
Photo Friendly
High
Weather Sensitivity
High
Location
Tips & Advice
- Download the song booklet before the 1,000 Stimmen Christmas singing so you can join in with the lyrics on the night.
- Plan your visit for the third Advent weekend to see the Christmas forest on the Töpfemarkt as well as the main market.
- Bring skates or warm clothes for Meiningen On Ice, which opens on October 30 and runs ahead of the market itself.
- Stop at the 8-meter Christmas pyramid, where Offene Arbeit Meiningen serves hot drinks, to warm up between the huts.
- Make time for a side trip to Schloss Elisabethenburg for the artisan craft market alongside the stalls on the Marktplatz.
Special Events & Promotions
- Weihnachtswald (Christmas forest) on the Töpfemarkt on the third Advent weekend.
- 1,000 Stimmen – Meininger Weihnachtssingen, the town's communal Christmas sing-along, with a downloadable song booklet.
- KunstHandwerkerMarkt (artisan craft market) at Schloss Elisabethenburg.
- Meiningen On Ice: ice skating opens early, from October 30, 2026.
Quick Actions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is there to do besides the market stalls?
Around 30 decorated huts sell food and gift ideas. You can also go ice skating at Meiningen On Ice, follow the Meininger Adventskalender, have your photo taken with Santa, and visit the craft market at Schloss Elisabethenburg.
Is there something for children?
Yes. There's a changing lineup of craft activities and a varied program for young visitors. School classes, kindergarten groups and local clubs also perform regularly.
Where can I get a hot drink?
Head to the 8-meter Christmas pyramid. Offene Arbeit Meiningen serves hot drinks there for adults and kids.
How do I join the 1,000-voice Christmas singing?
Come along to 1,000 Stimmen – Meininger Weihnachtssingen. A song booklet for the singing can be downloaded ahead of time.
Is there any music on the square?
Yes. The Meininger Turmbläser play Christmas music from the tower of the Stadtkirche over the Marktplatz.
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