Last updated: December 01, 2024
Discover the festive winter season in Sankt Gallen with our comprehensive event guide. Whether you're a local or visitor, here you'll find all essential information for the Advent season in this Eastern Swiss metropolis.
The historic abbey district and the picturesque old town transform into a winter atmosphere. From the traditional Christmas market at the Waaghaus to the festively illuminated alleys of Multergasse and Marktgasse, the pre-Christmas activities extend throughout the city. The Abbey Library and monastery district provide the perfect setting for numerous winter events, while the surrounding communities attract visitors with their own advent markets and festivities.
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Approximately 700 stars sparkle and dance in a light choreography.
Every year, the city of St.Gallen is transformed into a sea of almost 700 stars, which sparkle and dance in a specially designed light choreography for the Swiss Star City, bathing St.Gallen's old town and the UNESCO World Heritage Site of the Abbey District in magical light.
Where: St. Gallen | More Info: City of Stars St. Gallen
Around 50 wooden huts with handmade gifts and culinary delights.
The St.Gallen Christmas Market takes place daily from Thursday, November 28, 2024, to Tuesday, December 24, 2024, at Waaghaus, Bohl, and in Marktgasse and Neugasse. With around 50 wooden huts, the market offers handmade gifts, festive decorations, and culinary delights.
Where: St. Gallen | More Info: St. Gallen Christmas Market
Lovingly crafted handmade crafts and homemade Guetzli.
The Christkindlimarkt on Gallusplatz offers a variety of lovingly crafted handmade crafts, homemade Guetzli, and Christmas decorations. Visitors can find unique souvenirs and gifts at various stalls.
Where: St. Gallen | More Info: Christ Child Market at Gallusplatz
700 stars twinkle above the squares and alleyways, bathing the Christmas market, places, and streets in magical light.
The St.Gallen Christmas market extends from the Waaghaus over the Bohl to the Market Square, offering traditional Christmas items and regional specialties like mulled wine and mulled beer.
Where: St. Gallen | More Info: Christmas Market with Regional Specialties
Christmas carols and treats in the old town.
The Chläuse delight both young and old in the old town with Christmas carols and treats.
Where: St. Gallen | More Info: Santa's Ride