Stuttgart Christmas Events & Things to Do 2025
Your complete guide to the best christmas events in Stuttgart and surrounding areas
Stuttgart transforms for Christmas 2025 at Schlossplatz where the Stuttgarter Weihnachtsmarkt and Wintertraum Stuttgart bring seasonal charm, holiday attractions, and lively stalls beneath Christmas lights. The city center offers things to do including Santa visits, festive concerts, and family activities around Königstraße and the Old Castle. Enjoy regional foods, handcrafted gifts, and illuminated squares as Stuttgart fills with music and holiday cheer.
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Christmas Markets
61 eventsOne of Europe's oldest and most beautiful Christmas markets.
Christmas Shows
12 eventsDance interpretation of Bach's Christmas Oratorio by students.
Christmas Parties
6 eventsEurope's largest international chocolate festival
Other Christmas Activities
15 eventsWorld's largest Christmas circus with premiere acts
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Stuttgarter Weihnachtsmarkt
One of Europe's oldest and most beautiful Christmas markets.
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Stuttgart Christmas Market
One of Europe's oldest and most beautiful Christmas markets.
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chocolART - Internationales Schokoladenfestival Tübingen
(Tübingen)
Europe's largest international chocolate festival
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Nürtinger Weihnacht
(Nürtingen)
40th anniversary of the Nürtinger Christmas Market
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Pforzheimer Winterwelt
(Pforzheim)
Sustainable, CO2-neutral synthetic ice rink
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Weihnachten in Pforzheim
(Pforzheim)
Three distinct Christmas markets connected by a festive train.
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Christmas Lights Near Stuttgart
Additional holiday activities and unique Christmas experiences in Stuttgart.
Wintertraum Stuttgart
New roller skating rink on Schlossplatz
Christmas Garden Stuttgart
Millions of lights in a botanical garden setting
Pforzheimer Winterwelt
Sustainable, CO2-neutral synthetic ice rink
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The largest annual Christmas events include the Stuttgart Christmas Market in the city center and the Christmas Garden at Wilhelma, both drawing large crowds with festive lights, vendor stalls, and seasonal activities.
Stuttgart is known for its traditional Christmas Market with a focus on regional crafts and foods, as well as the Christmas Garden’s unique illuminated botanical garden experience, blending nature and light art in a festive setting.
Besides the Wilhelma area for the Christmas Garden, several residential neighborhoods around Stuttgart feature charming neighborhood displays that are popular with locals and visitors alike for their festive decorations.
The main Stuttgart Christmas Market at Schlossplatz hosts a wide range of local makers and artisans, while nearby markets like Ludwigsburg also showcase regional crafts and holiday goods in a historic atmosphere.
Exploring neighborhood light displays and visiting the open-access areas of the Stuttgart Christmas Market are great free or low-cost ways to enjoy the holiday season. Walking the city’s festive streets also offers a budget-friendly festive experience.
Families will enjoy the Christmas Garden’s magical light trails and the Stuttgart Christmas Market’s miniature village and kid-friendly rides, providing engaging and festive experiences suitable for children of all ages.