Last updated: 11. November 2024
Planning your Christmas season in Wiesbaden? Our event guide provides you with all essential information for a successful stay in Hesse's capital city during the festive days.
The historic Palace Square transforms into an atmospheric Christmas market, while the pedestrian zone of Wilhelmstrasse is adorned with festive lighting. Winter attractions extend throughout the entire city center, from traditional wooden stalls at Mauritiusplatz to the Shooting Star Market in front of the City Hall. The neighboring Rheingau communities enhance the offerings with their characteristic wineries and regional specialties.
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Wiesbaden Holiday Light Displays
Light Show on Luisenplatz
- What to Expect
- 440 square meter ice rink with light show and children's Christmas market.
- Description
- The light show on Luisenplatz transforms the place into a colorful and lively display celebrating Christmas in Wiesbaden.
- Where
- Wiesbaden | More Info : Light Show on Luisenplatz
Wiesbaden Holiday Markets and Shopping
Twinkling Star Christmas Market
- What to Expect
- Unique LED lilies and festive lighting.
- Description
- The Twinkling Star Christmas Market in Wiesbaden offers from November 28 to December 23, 2023, a variety of arts and crafts, gastronomy, and a varied program.
- Where
- Wiesbaden | More Info : Twinkling Star Christmas Market
Wiesbaden/Mainz Region Chapter Christmas Market Event
- What to Expect
- Unique attractions like children's play area and British/American specialties.
- Description
- The annual Christmas Bazaar of St. Augustine's Church takes place on the penultimate Saturday in November. It is the church's biggest fundraiser and a very popular event in Wiesbaden. Attractions include a children's play area, British and American specialties, tombola, flea market, books, Christmas decorations, gift baskets, handmade gifts and cards, hot dogs, chili, mulled wine, cakes and baked goods.
- Where
- Wiesbaden | More Info : Wiesbaden/Mainz Region Chapter Christmas Market Event
Historic Christmas Market in the Old Town
- What to Expect
- Festive lighting with 21 illuminated lilies and four illuminated gates.
- Description
- The 22nd Starlight Market on the Castle Square and in front of the Market Church invites visitors to enjoy the pre-Christmas activities in a festive atmosphere. For the festive and atmospheric lighting, 21 illuminated lilies and four illuminated gates at the market entrances are responsible. Additionally, there are 20 small lilies in the pedestrian zone and 51 along Wilhelmstraße. Stars, snowflakes, and fairy lights in trees create dazzling effects.
- Where
- Wiesbaden | More Info : Historic Christmas Market in the Old Town
Children's Bakery on Luisenplatz
- What to Expect
- Fourth time held on Luisenplatz.
- Description
- The Kindersternschnuppenmarkt on Luisenplatz offers a diverse program for young guests, featuring carousels, food stalls, and craft vendors.
- Where
- Wiesbaden | More Info : Children's Bakery on Luisenplatz
Children's Train on Luisenplatz
- What to Expect
- Unique program for children with carousels and craft vendors.
- Description
- The Kindersternschnuppenmarkt on Luisenplatz offers a diverse program for the young guests, with carousels, food stalls, and craft vendors.
- Where
- Wiesbaden | More Info : Children's Train on Luisenplatz
Christmas Market at Schlossplatz
- What to Expect
- More than 100 stalls with handmade items and gastronomic specialties.
- Description
- The 22nd Sternschnuppenmarkt on Schlossplatz and in front of the Marktkirche features numerous sales and food stalls, inviting visitors into a festive atmosphere. Over 100 stalls offer handmade items, gastronomic specialties, and a traditional children's carousel.
- Where
- Wiesbaden | More Info : Christmas Market at Schlossplatz
Wiesbaden Holiday Shows and Entertainment
Christmas Concert - Flautando Kln
- What to Expect
- Diverse Christmas music performed by four master musicians.
- Description
- Flautando Köln presents a diverse Christmas concert featuring Christmas melodies from around the world and music by Vivaldi, Mozart, Bach, and Mendelssohn. The program offers a musical preparation for Christmas suitable for every taste.
- Where
- Wiesbaden | More Info : Christmas Concert - Flautando Kln
Christmas Dinners
- What to Expect
- Exclusive piano concerts in soft candlelight.
- Description
- At the Kurhaus Wiesbaden, you can experience unique Candlelight concerts where you can enjoy legendary compositions in an awe-inspiring atmosphere. The concerts take place in the festive Christian-Zais-Saal, whose walls are bathed in candlelight.
- Where
- Wiesbaden | More Info : Christmas Dinners