Singen Other Christmas Activities 2026

Visitors watch an ensemble perform the traditional Oberufer Christmas nativity play accompanied by a small orchestra. Audience members experience the hour-long performance seated on straw bales in the unheated barn, wrapped in warm blankets and pelts.

Guests enter the fortress through the casemate, which is illuminated into a mystical glow by thousands of candles. Up on the battlements, attendees can enjoy mulled wine or bouillon offered in a calm setting away from the city commotion. The...

Guests embark on scenic winter round-trip cruises on Lake Constance to experience the region's shorelines and surrounding landscapes from the water. Passengers remain comfortably on board throughout the entire tour without any intermediate stops, returning directly to the starting port....

Audiences experience Switzerland's traditional Christmas circus featuring acrobatics, poetry, comedy, and musical entertainment under the big top. In the foyer and bar areas, visitors can enjoy snacks including hot dogs, sandwiches, popcorn, cotton candy, and roasted almonds. Galas and special...

Children board a festively decorated streetcar for a magical ride through the streets of Zurich. Santa drives the tram while two angels entertain young passengers with Christmas stories. The entire ride is reserved exclusively for children between the ages of...

Participants embark on a guided walk through the Ravenna Gorge along root paths, wooden footbridges, steep cliffs, and rushing waterfalls. The trail leads directly to the Christmas market situated beneath the railway viaduct. Afterward, visitors can enjoy the festive atmosphere...

Visitors dip prepared wicks into pots of warm, fragrant beeswax to build up their own candles layer by layer. Hosted in large pagoda tents, the event provides a calm, meditative craft experience amidst the pre-Christmas bustle. Participants learn the rhythm...

Inspired by the tradition of opening doors on an Advent calendar, this event invites both young and adult visitors to gather in the historic town center. Each evening brings a new festive happening at changing locations. What unfolds each day...

Participants plunge into the cold waters of the Limmat river to swim a course of 111 or 125 meters. Spectators can cheer from the sidelines and access the bathhouse area. Swimmers cross the finish line to receive warm drinks, traditional...

Participants race through the festively decorated streets of Zurich's Old Town across diverse formats ranging from family runs and costumed fun runs to competitive and elite races. Spectators line the course along the Limmat to cheer on runners and enjoy...

Discover the magical Zauberpark, a unique festival experience at Zurich Airport. Enjoy daily live music from national and international acts, explore a captivating light art trail with numerous installations, and indulge in diverse culinary offerings at the Genussdorf. This event...

Experience the magic of St. Nicholas in Zurich! Witness the grand Samichlaus parade, a beloved tradition featuring festive floats and participants. Visit the enchanting Waldhüsli, a woodland haven where children can meet Samichlaus and Schmutzli. Enjoy a free phone call...

Experience the traditional Chlausritt in St. Gallen, a festive procession that marks the arrival of winter. This event brings a unique cultural experience to the city streets, offering a glimpse into local traditions.

During the Advent season, Zurich offers Christmas illuminations, markets, circus shows, live music, and traditions like candle making and the Samichlausschwimmen.