Wiesbaden Christmas Events & Things to Do 2025
Your complete guide to the best christmas events in Wiesbaden and surrounding areas
Wiesbaden delivers a charming holiday season at Sternschnuppenmarkt and Wiesbaden on Ice with festive events, ice rinks, and seasonal entertainment across the Kurhaus and Schlossplatz. Holiday lights and local performances create a graceful atmosphere while boutiques and cafés offer warm treats and gifts. Find things to do from skating and concerts to family activities beneath the city’s elegant illuminated façades.
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Christmas Markets
63 eventsInternational Christmas market with over 20 participating nations
Christmas Parties
14 eventsNew Year's Eve cruise with skyline views and all-inclusive dining.
Christmas Shows
11 eventsAuthentic Irish Christmas show with live music and champion dancers.
Christmas Activities
8 eventsAward-winning international circus artists and live orchestra.
Editor's Picks (6)
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Batschkapp Silvester Party
(Frankfurt)
100 liters of free mulled wine and professional fireworks.
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New Year's Eve Cruise in Frankfurt
(Frankfurt)
New Year's Eve cruise with skyline views and all-inclusive dining.
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Weihnachtsstadt Bad Homburg
(Bad Homburg vor der Höhe)
Multi-faceted Christmas city experience with markets, ice rink, and events
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Great Christmas Circus Frankfurt
(Frankfurt am Main)
Award-winning international circus artists and live orchestra.
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Christmas Market of Nations
(Rüdesheim am Rhein)
International Christmas market with over 20 participating nations
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Sternschnuppenmarkt Wiesbaden
Over 100 stalls with crafts and food in a festive atmosphere.
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Christmas Lights Near Wiesbaden
Additional holiday activities and unique Christmas experiences in Wiesbaden.
Wiesbaden on Ice
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Wiesbaden Christmas FAQ
The main Christmas market in the city center, often held near the Kurhaus or Rathaus, is typically the largest annual event. Many neighborhoods also host smaller, community-focused markets.
Wiesbaden embraces many traditional German Christmas customs, with a strong emphasis on its elegant city center and spa town heritage influencing festive decorations and market offerings.
While the city center and areas around major landmarks like the Kurhaus are beautifully lit, many residential neighborhoods put on charming displays that are wonderful to explore by car or on foot.
The primary Christmas market is usually located in the city center, with additional artisan markets and craft fairs popping up in various locations throughout Wiesbaden during the season.
Enjoying the festive lights in the city center and exploring neighborhood decorations are popular free activities. Browsing the Christmas markets, even without purchasing, offers a wonderful festive experience.
Families often enjoy the main Christmas market for its festive atmosphere and treats, and look out for specific events like Santa visits or children's activities often held at markets or local venues.