Last updated: 11. November 2024
Discover the festive side of Wandsbek! Our event guide presents all winter activities and celebrations in the district that will delight both Wandsbek connoisseurs and first-time visitors.
Around the historic marketplace and along Wandsbeker Marktstraße, atmospheric Christmas markets await you with traditional crafts and regional specialties. The Wandsbek winter festivities extend from the Quarree to the Wandsbeker Gehölz, where illuminated paths and decorated facades characterize the winter atmosphere. In the surrounding districts, you'll find additional festive events that are easily accessible by public transport.
Have suggestions or corrections? Contact us!
Wandsbek Holiday Markets and Shopping
Hamburg City Hall Christmas Market
- What to Expect
- Flying Santa Claus and historical carousel
- Description
- The Historical Christmas Market on Rathausmarkt offers old craftsmanship, Christmas specialties, and festive programs. Visitors find a rich variety of Christmas decorations, gifts, and culinary delights. The market places special emphasis on sustainability, focusing on fair, bio, and regional products.
- Where
- Hamburg | More Info : Hamburg City Hall Christmas Market
Winter Forest Christmas Market
- What to Expect
- Around 150 Christmas stalls and numerous attractions.
- Description
- The Winterwald Christmas Market offers around 150 Christmas stalls and numerous attractions for all ages. Open daily from 11:00 AM to 9:00 PM, with food stalls open until 11:00 PM.
- Where
- Hamburg | More Info : Winter Forest Christmas Market
Spitalerstraße Christmas Market
- What to Expect
- Largest walk-in Christmas tree in Hamburg
- Description
- The Spitalerstraße Christmas Market offers a variety of artisans and gastronomes presenting traditional and modern offerings. In 150 small workshops, unique gift ideas and an attractive program will be available. The Spitalerstraße pedestrian zone will be illuminated by sparkling decorations and transform into a magical shopping street.
- Where
- Hamburg | More Info : Spitalerstraße Christmas Market
Fleet Island Christmas Market
- What to Expect
- Unique atmosphere in a charming city center location.
- Description
- The Fleet Christmas Market offers an idyllic setting in the heart of Hamburg's city center. Located directly on the Michaelis Bridge, it provides warm hospitality, a variety of gift and decoration ideas, and selected Advent delicacies.
- Where
- Hamburg | More Info : Fleet Island Christmas Market
Santa Pauli Christmas Market
- What to Expect
- Hot angels on the stage and erotic gift ideas.
- Description
- The Santa Pauli Christmas market offers a unique blend of traditional Christmas festivities and lively Kiez atmosphere. It features live music, hot angels on the stage, and erotic gift ideas. After shopping, visitors can enjoy a hot drink on the Winter Deck while taking in the colorful Kiez scene.
- Where
- Hamburg | More Info : Santa Pauli Christmas Market
Bergedorf Castle Christmas Market
- What to Expect
- Special craftsmanship and classical live music in the castle courtyard.
- Description
- The Bergedorfer Christmas Market offers a Nordic Christmas atmosphere with Lussebulle, Köttbullar, Pippi Langstrumpf, and Santa Claus. The event takes place in the center of Bergedorf and includes the church square of St.-Petri and Pauli Church as well as the Bergedorfer Castle gardens.
- Where
- Hamburg-Bergedorf | More Info : Bergedorf Castle Christmas Market
Jungfernstieg Christmas Market
- What to Expect
- 17 years of Weißerzauber at Jungfernstieg
- Description
- The Christmas market at Jungfernstieg delights visitors from around the world with its festive lighting display, matching the contemporary architectural style of the location. The market event seamlessly integrates into the ambiance around Hamburg's prestigious boulevard, featuring nearby hotels, companies, and the Alsterhaus.
- Where
- Hamburg | More Info : Jungfernstieg Christmas Market
Gänsemarkt Christmas Market
- What to Expect
- Unique gingerbread village with individually designed sales stands.
- Description
- The Christmas market at Gänsemarkt transforms into a charming village of gingerbread houses. Here, visitors can find handmade crafts, decorations, and delicious food and drinks. The stalls are lovingly designed and warmly lit.
- Where
- Hamburg | More Info : Gänsemarkt Christmas Market
Überseeboulevard Christmas Market
- What to Expect
- Winter golf course with 13 individual lanes
- Description
- The HafenCity Christmas Market on Überseeboulevard offers a cozy atmosphere with an enclosed Christmas lounge and winter golf. Visitors can enjoy delicious food and hot drinks while relaxing to festive music or having fun with winter golf.
- Where
- Hamburg | More Info : Überseeboulevard Christmas Market
Wandsbek Holiday Shows and Entertainment
Christmas Oratorio at St. Michael's
- What to Expect
- Unique performance of Johann Sebastian Bach's Weihnachtsoratorium with a high-profile ensemble.
- Description
- As part of the Weihnachtsoratorium performances at the Michel, Johann Sebastian Bach's renowned work is presented in a grand musical performance. The Cantatas I–III and IV–VI are interpreted by a high-profile ensemble with Soprano, Alto, Tenor, and Bass.
- Where
- Hamburg | More Info : Christmas Oratorio at St. Michael's
Festive Christmas Concert at Laeiszhalle
- What to Expect
- Contemplative Christmas music with Esther Schweins and the Carl-Philipp-Emanuel-Bach-Chor Hamburg.
- Description
- The Festliches Weihnachtskonzert in the Laeiszhalle features festive choral music, atmospheric Christmas sounds, and music from various centuries and traditions. Esther Schweins, known from the comedy show »RTL Samstag Nacht«, reads Christmas texts and well-known Christmas songs.
- Where
- Hamburg | More Info : Festive Christmas Concert at Laeiszhalle
Bach's Christmas Oratorio at Laeiszhalle
- What to Expect
- Unique version of Bach's Christmas Oratorio featuring electric guitar and Hammond organ.
- Description
- Ensemble Resonanz presents Bach's Christmas Oratorio as house music among friends. Without a large choir and in a small ensemble, thirty arias, recitatives, choruses, and chorales from Bach's masterpiece have been adapted in a unique version. The score remains unchanged, with electric guitar and Hammond organ in continuo, only one trumpet, and the entire ensemble joins in on the chorales.
- Where
- Hamburg | More Info : Bach's Christmas Oratorio at Laeiszhalle
Christmas Concert at NICA Jazz Club
- What to Expect
- Unique interpretation of Christmas songs by an acoustic instrumental quartet.
- Description
- Quadro Nuevo performs Christmas songs, charmingly interpreted by the four virtuosos. Known and lesser-known pieces look back in centuries and musically set the search for comfort and love.
- Where
- Hamburg | More Info : Christmas Concert at NICA Jazz Club
MJ - The Michael Jackson Musical
- What to Expect
- Unique portrayal of the creation of Michael Jackson's Dangerous World Tour with over 25 hits.
- Description
- MJ - The Michael Jackson Musical offers a unique insight into the creation of Michael Jackson's 1992 Dangerous World Tour. Featuring more than 25 of his greatest hits, including "Beat It", "Billie Jean", "Bad", "Smooth Criminal", and "Thriller," the audience is immersed in the world of the legendary artist.
- Where
- Hamburg | More Info : MJ - The Michael Jackson Musical