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Last updated: December 01, 2024

Discover the festive highlights of the state capital Schwerin during the Advent season. Our city guide presents you with the most popular events and attractions that delight both locals and visitors alike.

The historic marketplace in front of the magnificent Schwerin Cathedral transforms into a traditional Christmas market with regional specialties and craftsmanship. From there, the festive activities extend along Mecklenburg Street to the Pfaffenteich, where winter stalls and entertainment await visitors. The impressive Schwerin Castle provides a picturesque backdrop for the advent atmosphere in the city.

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Schwerin Holiday Markets and Shopping

What to Expect:

Handmade goods and regional delicacies in a historic old town.

Description:

The Schweriner Christmas Market transforms the historic old town into a sparkling winter wonderland. Visitors can find handmade goods, regional delicacies, and aromatic mulled wine. The air is filled with the scent of freshly baked cookies, roasted almonds, and hearty treats. The market features an ice rink, carousels, a Ferris wheel, and a stunning Christmas decoration.

Where: Schwerin | More Info: Christmas Market in Schwerin's Old Town

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Schwerin Holiday Shows and Entertainment

What to Expect:

Live music with humorous moderation and Scandinavian short stories.

Description:

Julvisor presents Scandinavian Christmas songs and stories with Christina Lutter, Guido Richarts, Krishn Kypke, Matthias Strauch, and Michael Gramm. The music develops the power to take us into the vast Nordic winter night, with humorous moderation and selected short stories by Scandinavian authors.

Where: Schwerin | More Info: Christmas Songs and Stories from Scandinavia

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What to Expect:

Exclusive jazz concert with internationally renowned artists.

Description:

The jazz singer Sandie Wollasch meets the flutist Andrea Ritter and the pianist Daniel Koschitzki to present timeless songs and melodies for Christmas.

Where: Schwerin | More Info: Schwerin Jazz Christmas

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What to Expect:

Unique performance of Bach's Christmas music with the Orchester für Alte Musik Vorpommern.

Description:

The Güstrower Kantorei's Christmas Concert features works by Johann Sebastian Bach, including the Magnificat and Gloria from the Christmas Oratorio.

Where: Güstrow | More Info: Christmas Concert

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What to Expect:

Festive horse show with a winter-themed program

Description:

The Weihnachtsgala on the Redefiner Stud offers a festive horse show with a winter-themed program featuring Christmas tree sales, mulled wine, and Christmas cookies. There are hearty wild specialties, a visit from Santa Claus, and pony rides for children, as well as selected stands with Christmas gifts.

Where: Redefin | More Info: Christmas Gala at Redefin State Stud

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What to Expect:

Danceable live music with a Christmas theme.

Description:

Mashed Potatoes present an Advent dance for young and old in the cozy atmosphere of the Schwerin Speicher. The band offers good, danceable live music and an unforgettable party feeling.

Where: Schwerin | More Info: Mashed Potatoes

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