Wernigerode Christmas Events & Things to Do 2025

Your complete guide to the best christmas events in Wernigerode and surrounding areas

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Christmas Markets (53 events) Christmas Shows (16 events) Christmas Parties (16 events) Other Christmas Activities (11 events)
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Wernigerode’s Winter 2025 brings Festliches WinterSchloß at Wernigerode Castle, the Wernigerode Christmas Market and musical highlights like Brass Band Berlin near the Schloss and the town’s colorful market square. Holiday lights outline the castle and half-timbered houses while festive entertainment creates a warm, celebratory mood. Visitors can enjoy seasonal activities, Santa visits and a variety of things to do from concerts to cozy market-side dining beneath the illuminated streets.

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Wernigerode Christmas Events

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Christmas Markets

53 events
Wolfsburg Christmas Market • Nov 24 – Dec 29

Panoramic city views from Rathausdach with market voucher.

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Christmas Shows

16 events
Magdeburger Weihnachtscircus 2025-2026 • Dec 19 – Jan 6, 2026

10th anniversary jubilee spectacle with international circus stars

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Christmas Parties

16 events
New Year's Eve in Göttingen • Dec 31

New Year's Eve concerts and fireworks in a university city.

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Other Christmas Activities

11 events
Krippeneröffnung Bad Harzburg • Nov 25

Traditional Christmas nativity scene opening ceremony

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Editor's Picks (6)

  1. Wolfsburg Christmas Market (Wolfsburg)
    Panoramic city views from Rathausdach with market voucher.
  2. Gifhorner Weihnachtsmarkt (Gifhorn)
    Traditional German Christmas market with artisanal crafts
  3. Magdeburger Weihnachtscircus 2025-2026 (Magdeburg)
    10th anniversary jubilee spectacle with international circus stars
  4. Magdeburg Light World (Magdeburg)
    Germany's most extensive winter light display
  5. New Year's Eve in Göttingen (Göttingen)
    New Year's Eve concerts and fireworks in a university city.
  6. Festliches WinterSchloß at Wernigerode Castle
    Festive castle transformation with historical Christmas traditions

This Week / Coming Up (6)

Kulinarischer Winterspaziergang Magdeburg Thu, Nov 13
Wernigerode Christmas Market Fri, Nov 21
Bad Harzburger Wintertreff Fri, Nov 21
Duderstadt Christmas Market Sat, Nov 22
Weihnachtsmarkt Göttingen Mon, Nov 24
Hildesheimer Weihnachtsmarkt Mon, Nov 24

Christmas Lights Near Wernigerode

Additional holiday activities and unique Christmas experiences in Wernigerode.

Autostadt Winter Wonderland

Winter wonderland with ice skating, market, and snow play.

📍 Wolfsburg • Nov 28

Magdeburg Light World

Germany's most extensive winter light display

📍 Magdeburg • Nov 20

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Wernigerode Christmas FAQ

When are the best times to visit?

Weekday evenings tend to be less crowded. Peak times are weekends in December, especially closer to Christmas.

Is parking available?

Most events offer on-site parking. Check individual event pages for specific parking information and fees.

Are venues accessible?

Most venues are accessible. Contact individual events for specific accessibility accommodations.