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Christmas Markets

WeihnachtsMacherei 2026

The event transforms the neighborhood square into a winter gathering featuring seasonal food, drinks, and live music from local bands. Guests can play Eisstockschießen on synthetic ice curling rinks or relax inside retro heated ski gondolas. The program also includes an opening artistic performance and a visit from Saint Nicholas with gifts for children.

What to Expect

Winter market featuring curling lanes, retro heated ski gondolas, and live music.

Event Details

Food & Drink

The event offers winter food and drinks; advance registrants receive a complimentary mulled wine at the opening.

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Local Insight & Ratings

Family Friendly

🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 (5/5)

Best For

Families, friends, and local groups

Vibe

Festive and sociable

Energy Level

Moderate

Photo Friendly

Moderate

Weather Sensitivity

Moderate

Location

Quartiersplatz Macherei München
Berg-am-Laim-Straße 103, 81673 München
Munich, BY

Know Before You Go

  • Parking: A public underground garage is open around the clock, with entrances on Berg-am-Laim-Straße and Levelingstraße; maximum vehicle height is 2 metres.

Tips & Advice

  • Register in advance for the opening to receive the free Glühwein included with registration.
  • Register children in advance for the Saint Nicholas visit so enough gifts are available.
  • Book an Eisstockschießen slot for one of the two synthetic-ice lanes; booking information is to follow.
  • Use public transport or the underground garage, which is accessible from Berg-am-Laim-Straße and Levelingstraße.
  • Consider a heated retro gondola for a group of four to six people, including in bad weather.

Special Events & Promotions

  • Free Glühwein for registering in advance for the opening.
  • Opening night on November 19 includes live music, the official opening and an artistic program item.
  • Nikolaus visits on December 5 and brings gifts for neighborhood children; advance registration is required.
  • The FEVER Band performs after the Nikolaus visit on December 5.
  • Eisstockbahn slots for the two lanes can be booked.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Who is the WeihnachtsMacherei suited to?

The event is presented as a gathering for colleagues, friends, families and people from the neighbourhood.

Should I book an Eisstockschießen slot ahead?

Slots for the two synthetic-ice lanes can be booked; booking information is to follow.

What can I do at the event?

You can listen to live music, play Eisstockschießen and relax in heated retro gondolas.

Do children need to be registered for the Saint Nicholas visit?

Yes. Advance registration is required so there are enough gifts for the children from the neighbourhood.

How can I get there, and where can I park?

The site is reachable by tram, bus, S-Bahn, U-Bahn, bicycle and car. A public underground garage has entrances on Berg-am-Laim-Straße and Levelingstraße.

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