Last updated: December 01, 2024
Plan your festive time in Syke with our comprehensive event guide. Whether you're a local or visitor, this guide will lead you through all winter activities in our beautiful Hanseatic city.
Around the historic marketplace and the picturesque old town, the winter atmosphere unfolds. The traditional Christmas market in front of the town hall, the decorated half-timbered houses, and the festively lit main street shape the cityscape. From here, you can also reach the neighboring cities of Bremen and Bassum, which enhance the region's winter program with their own Christmas markets and events.
Contact information and details below.
Handicraft exhibition and Budendorf on the Rathausplatz.
The Weihnachtliche Kulturtage around the Syker Rathaus offer handicrafts, a cultural program, and festive treats. The handicraft exhibition and the Budendorf on the Rathausplatz are open.
Where: Syke | More Info: Christmas Days around Syke City Hall
Insight into the production of Elisenlebkuchen and almonds
Visit the Lebkuchen factory and discover the production of Elisenlebkuchen and almonds. Enjoy the taste of mulled wine and experience the history of the family business.
Where: Syke | More Info: Visit to the Gingerbread Manufactory
Stefanie Golisch accompanies herself on the piano and accordion.
Stefanie Golisch presents the life and music of the Bremerhaven native Lale Andersen in a concert series. The program includes Lower Saxon folklore, works by Brecht, and songs, authentically presented with a classically trained singing voice. Biographical explanations about Lale's life and her time make the evening engaging.
Where: Syke | More Info: Lili Marlen – The Life of Lale Andersen in Songs and Texts
Moderated language tables for French, English, and Spanish.
At the Sprachen-Café, you can engage in conversation in a foreign language under expert moderation, refreshing and expanding your language skills. The French group is led by Lüder Lueßen, the Spanish group by Elisa Catalá (starting in April 2025), and the English group by Anke Dwinger.
Where: Syke | More Info: Language Café
Tribute performance of ABBA music with original true-to-life performers.
ABBA - The Concert is a tribute show where the music of the Swedish band ABBA comes to life. The performers set themselves elegantly and energetically as Agnetha and Frida on stage.
Where: Syke | More Info: ABBA - The Concert
Multi-part singing and variable sound.
Tone Fish presents a program full of surprises with Irish and Celtic songs and their own material. The band rocks both large and small stages as a duo, trio, or quartet with full rhythmic support by the „Tap Jacks“.
Where: Syke | More Info: Tone Fish “Irish Night”
Reading with two well-known authors about humor in literature.
On November 29th, from 7:30 PM to 9:30 PM, there will be a reading with Ulrich Hoferichter and Dr. Lars Kaschke. The topic is 'Humor in Literature'. The entrance fee includes a drink. Reduced entrance: 5 €.
Where: Syke | More Info: Reading by Kaschke and Hoferichter
Unique blend of blues and storytelling.
Tim Lothar is an exceptional musician from northern Denmark, active for nearly 30 years as a drummer, singer, and guitarist. He tells anecdotes from his life and writes his own songs inspired by the blues. His music touches the audience and he takes time after the concert for conversations.
Where: Syke | More Info: TIM LOTHAR acoustic blues storyteller
A theatrical performance featuring an invisible imp causing chaos and fun.
Meister Eder und sein Pumuckl is a theatrical performance that showcases the tumultuous relationship between the woodcarver Meister Eder and the invisible imp Pumuckl. Pumuckl hides on various objects and leads people astray, leading to a chaotic situation. The show offers plenty of fun and music for all ages.
Where: Syke | More Info: Master Eder and His Pumuckl
Unique Christmas book readings for children.
On December 3, the Bilderbuchkino takes place at the Stadtbibliothek Syke. Erhard Dietl reads "Die Olchis – Krötige Weihnachten," while Christina Butler reads "The Little Hedgehog and the Guest in the Christmas Tree."
Where: Syke | More Info: Picture Book Cinema
Discussion of important topics related to the fire department and civil defense.
The meeting of the Committee for Fire Department, Civil Defense, and Mobility will take place on Thursday, November 21, 2024, at 17:30 in the council chamber of the City Hall in Syke. The meeting will address important topics related to the fire department, civil defense, and mobility.
Where: Syke | More Info: Meeting of the Committee for Fire Department, Civil Protection and Mobility
Build your own Christmas house with others.
Lebkuchen-Knusperhäuschen is a Christmas project where you can build and decorate your own house with others.
Where: Syke | More Info: Gingerbread Crunch House
Tour of Stolpersteine and former residences.
This tour provides insights into Jewish life in Syke and visits Stolpersteine and former residences that commemorate the fate of former Jewish neighbors.
Where: Syke | More Info: Jewish Life and Stolpersteine in Syke
Offene Bühne Syke – everyone can take the stage.
Offene Bühne Syke offers everyone the chance to take the stage and present their own contributions. The evening is characterized by a diverse range of music, dance, and other artistic performances.
Where: Syke | More Info: Open Stage Syke
Creative exchange and community projects
Anyone interested in handcrafting in Syke is welcome at Gleis 1 in the Syke train station. Whether beginner or professional, we want to exchange ideas and have a creative time together. Additionally, community projects may be realized.
Where: Syke | More Info: Handicrafts at Gleis 1
Variety of games and coffee/cake
Spielecafé Syke offers a variety of games such as Mensch-ärgere-Dich-nicht, Rummikub, Chess, and more. Coffee and cake are available for 1.50€. No registration required.
Where: Syke | More Info: Game Café Syke
An important event for the discussion and review of interests and needs of people with disabilities.
The meeting of the Disability Advisory Board is an important event where the interests and needs of people with disabilities are discussed and addressed. It is a regular gathering aimed at promoting the participation and involvement of people with disabilities in the city of Syke.
Where: Syke | More Info: Meeting of the Disability Advisory Board
Special discussions on financial and economic matters of the city of Syke.
The meeting of the Finance and Economy Committee will take place on Thursday, 05.12.2024, at 17:00 in the council chamber of the town hall in Syke. The committee will discuss important financial and economic matters of the city of Syke.
Where: Syke | More Info: Meeting of the Committee for Finance and Economy