Last updated: 11. November 2024
Discover the festive atmosphere of Oldenburg with our comprehensive winter guide. We present you with the finest events and activities that accompany both locals and visitors throughout the Advent season.
The historic marketplace forms the heart of the winter festivities, surrounded by the characteristic gabled houses of the Old Town. From here, the Christmas markets extend through the pedestrian zone to the Castle Square, where traditional crafts, regional specialties, and cultural performances await visitors. The neighboring cities of Bremen and Osnabrück complement the region's winter offerings with their historic Christmas markets.
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Oldenburg Holiday Markets and Shopping
Oldenburg Christmas Market
- What to Expect
- Over 110 Christmas-decorated huts between Town Hall Square and Castle Square.
- Description
- The Lamberti Market in Oldenburg features over 100 beautifully decorated huts, warm drinks, delicious roasted almonds, and Christmas gift ideas. The event takes place between the Town Hall Square and the Castle Square and attracts visitors with a unique pre-Christmas atmosphere.
- Where
- Oldenburg | More Info : Oldenburg Christmas Market
Wiefelstede Christmas Market
- What to Expect
- Unique atmosphere with local clubs and vendors.
- Description
- The Weihnachtsmarkt in Wiefelstede features a variety of stalls offering mulled wine, gingerbread, and other holiday treats. Visitors can look forward to a cozy atmosphere with local clubs and vendors.
- Where
- Wiefelstede | More Info : Wiefelstede Christmas Market
Varel Christmas Market
- What to Expect
- Diverse gastronomy and Christmas-specific goods.
- Description
- The Vareler Weihnachtsmarkt offers a diverse gastronomy and Christmas-specific goods. The program and decoration of the market are designed to create a festive atmosphere.
- Where
- Varel | More Info : Varel Christmas Market
Bad Zwischenahn Christmas Market
- What to Expect
- Various festively decorated stalls and art exhibitions.
- Description
- The Christmas market in Bad Zwischenahn features a variety of festively decorated stalls, an engaging cultural program, and numerous art exhibitions. The large decorated tree stands in front of the town hall.
- Where
- Bad Zwischenahn | More Info : Bad Zwischenahn Christmas Market
Oldenburg Holiday Shows and Entertainment
Christmas Concert at the Lambert Church
- What to Expect
- Free admission and donations are appreciated.
- Description
- The Christmas concert at St. Lamberti Church features a variety of classical Christmas songs and works performed by renowned musicians and choirs.
- Where
- Oldenburg | More Info : Christmas Concert at the Lambert Church