Ab in den Frühling! Hildesheim
New spring market in Hildesheim city centre focusing on regionality, leisure, and outdoor activities
2026
About Ab in den Frühling!
Ab in den Frühling! — edition 2026
The premiere edition lays the foundation for a new city festival format in Hildesheim. Hildesheim Marketing GmbH brings together providers from the fields of regional products, outdoor sports, travel, gardening, mobility, and leisure for a joint presentation in the city centre.
The Sunday with open shops combines a visit to the market with the opportunity for spring shopping, while the Spring Rally and the Andreasturm tower visit create experiential moments that go beyond a classic market stroll.
Highlights Ab in den Frühling! 2026
- Premiere of the new Hildesheim spring market
- Sunday with open shops from 1 pm - 6 pm
- Focus on regionality, leisure, outdoor activities
- Spring Rally through the city centre
- Andreasturm tower visit (highest church tower in Lower Saxony)
- Family and children's programme, free admission
Programme Ab in den Frühling! 2026
Programme 2026
- 10 am – Opening of the spring mile, all stands ready.
- 10 am - 1 pm – Market operation, start of the children's programme, Spring Rally starts from the Market Square.
- 1 pm - 6 pm – Sunday with open shops, city centre shops open, peak activity on the spring mile, Andreasturm tower visits.
- Afternoon – Spring Rally finish, stage acts on the Market Square or An der Lilie.
- 6 pm – End of the event day.
Areas
- Regionality – Producers and restaurateurs from the Hildesheim district, regional specialities.
- Leisure – Sports clubs, outdoor providers, travel agencies, experience offers.
- Outdoor – Garden, plants, bicycles, outdoor equipment.
- Spring Rally – Stations in the city centre with tasks and experience points.
- Andreasturm – Ascent with a view over Hildesheim.
- Children – Hands-on stations, craft activities, bouncy castle.
Prices Ab in den Frühling! 2026
Practical information — Ab in den Frühling!
Date 2026 (Premiere)
- Sunday, 19 April 2026
- Opening hours 10 am - 6 pm
- Sunday with open shops 1 pm - 6 pm
Location
- Marktplatz, An der Lilie, Pedestrian Zone, 31134 Hildesheim
Admission
- Free admission to the market and programme
- Andreasturm tower visit may incur a fee
Getting There
- Hildesheim Main Station, approx. 10 minutes' walk to the city centre
- Multi-storey car parks in the city centre
Spring Rally
- Participation possible spontaneously on site, starting point at the Market Square
- Suitable for families and adults
Premiere 2026
Ab in den Frühling! celebrates its premiere in April 2026. Hildesheim Marketing GmbH has conceived the format to set a fresh accent in the city centre after the winter months and before summer. A Sunday with open shops, a market area, children's programme, and an outdoor experience section together form the prelude to a spring and summer season that is packed with events like Hopfen & Happen, Wine Festival, Jazztime, Market Square Music Festival, and many more.
Themes: Regionality, Leisure, Outdoor
The market's thematic focus is on three complementary themes that fit well with the spring mood: Regionality (products from the Hildesheim district and the region, regional gastronomy, producers), Leisure (providers from the areas of sport, outdoor, travel, experience), and Outdoor (garden, plants, outdoor equipment, mobility). This deliberately sets the format apart from classic spring markets.
City Centre as a Festival Mile
The Market Square, Platz An der Lilie, and the pedestrian zone will be used for the event. These three areas are within walking distance of each other and together form the main thoroughfare of Hildesheim's city centre. Anyone moving from one point to another will automatically pass shops, cafés, and restaurants – ideal for a Sunday with open shops that combines shopping with a stroll through the market.
Spring Rally
A special feature is the Spring Rally: a playful format where participants complete a route through the city centre and solve tasks, collect information, or have small experiences at various stations. Families with children can discover the city in a playful way while participating in the spring market.
Andreasturm Tower Visit
A visit to the Andreasturm tower – the highest church tower in Lower Saxony at 114.5 metres – is part of the programme. Those who climb the 364 steps will be rewarded with a spectacular view over Hildesheim, the Hildesheim region, and the surrounding hills. In spring, when the trees in the city turn green, the view is particularly attractive.
Children's Activities
For the youngest visitors, there are hands-on stations, craft activities, a bouncy castle, and small performances. The Spring Rally has a child-friendly version, so families can complete the programme together.
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Published by Valentin Contard, festival listings writer. Reviewed, corrected and approved by Christophe Contard, editor-in-chief. .