Munich Christmas Market (Christkindlmarkt)
Visitors can browse more than 130 stalls offering seasonal goods, food, and an extensive selection of nativity scenes and figures in front of St. Peter's. Musical entertainment includes live Advent music from the town hall balcony featuring wind ensembles and choirs, alongside weekly carol singing under the Christmas tree. The festivities also feature a traditional Krampus run through the city centre, puppet theatre performances, and angel crafting workshops for children.
What to Expect
Munich's historic municipal market dating back to the 14th century.
Event Details
Ages
All ages
Neighborhood
Altstadt-Lehel
Timed Entry
No
Organizer
Portal München Betriebs GmbH & Co. KG
Food & Drink
More than 130 stalls sell food alongside seasonal goods.
Local Insight & Ratings
Family Friendly
Best For
Families with children and christmas-market visitors
Vibe
Festive and traditional
Energy Level
Moderate
Photo Friendly
High
Weather Sensitivity
High
Location
Know Before You Go
- Accessibility: Singing under the Christmas tree at Alter Peter offers barrier-free access with carols available in large print and Braille.
Tips & Advice
- Register for the Himmelswerkstatt in advance, as places are limited and registration is recommended.
- Plan to visit on a Sunday through Thursday if you want to hear the Advent music performances.
- Go on a Wednesday to join the Christmas-carol singing under the tree.
- If you plan to take part in the carol singing, large-print and Braille texts are available.
Special Events & Promotions
- Advent music is performed every Sunday to Thursday.
- Christmas carol singing takes place every Wednesday, led by Traudi Siferlinger with Monika Drasch and Johann Zeller.
- The Himmelswerkstatt is for children aged six to twelve; places are limited and registration is recommended.
- Nikolaus Zettl performs Kasperl stories in the town hall courtyard.
Quick Actions
Frequently Asked Questions
What can visitors browse at the market?
More than 130 stalls offer goods and food, and the program includes Advent music, a Krampus run and a children's workshop.
Can visitors join in with Christmas carols?
Yes. Every Wednesday, visitors are invited to sing carols together under the Christmas tree, with musical support from violin and accordion.
What is available for children?
Children aged six to twelve can make Christmas decorations at the Himmelswerkstatt, and Kasperl puppet stories are performed in the town hall courtyard.
Is the Wednesday carol singing accessible?
The singing event has barrier-free access, with texts available in large print and Braille.
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