Lohne Christmas Market
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Lohne Christmas Market

Large Christmas market with ice rink, stalls, carousel, and daily operation from the Thursday before the 1st Advent until December 23rd

Lohne (Oldenburg) — Landkreis Vechta (03460)
Dates 26 Nov — 23 Dec 2026
Venue Lohne (Oldenburg) (03460)
Prices Free
Status

About Lohne Christmas Market

The Lohne Christmas Market opens in 2026 from the Thursday before the 1st Advent (November 26th) and runs daily until December 23rd at Pierre-Braun-Platz in the heart of the city center. Highlights include the ice rink for skaters, traditional stalls with mulled wine, gingerbread, and bratwurst, a nostalgic carousel, and a varied supporting program throughout the four Advent weeks. An Advent tradition that transforms Lohne's Pierre-Braun-Platz into a pre-Christmas atmosphere for almost a month.

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Four Weeks of Advent at Pierre-Braun-Platz

The Lohne Christmas Market extends over the entire Advent season — from the Thursday before the 1st Advent until December 23rd. In 2026, the 1st Advent falls on November 29th, so the market is expected to open on Thursday, November 26th, 2026, and run daily until December 23rd. The venue is Pierre-Braun-Platz in the heart of Lohne's city center.

Ice Rink as a Highlight

A special highlight that sets the Lohne Christmas Market apart from many others is the ice rink. Skaters of all ages can glide around here — from kindergarten children taking their first tentative steps on skates to adults nostalgically reminiscing about old ice-skating days. Skate rental and small snack stands around the rink make ice skating a family experience.

Stalls and Culinary Offerings

The stalls offer the classic Christmas market assortment. Culinary delights include: mulled wine in various versions (red, white, children's punch), hot apple punch, bratwurst, potato pancakes, crepes, candied almonds, gingerbread, chocolate creations, cookies, stollen. In addition, there are stands with gifts: wood carvings, candles, jewelry, Christmas decorations, wool products, small works of art.

Nostalgic Carousel

A nostalgic children's carousel spins its rounds at Pierre-Braun-Platz — a classic that brings sparkling eyes to children and evokes memories of their own childhood for adults. This combination of tradition and family joy is an integral part of the market's image.

Daily Program

The daily operation over four weeks distinguishes the Lohne market from smaller Advent markets that only open on weekends. This creates a continuous meeting point for the city community — after work, during shopping, on weekends with the family. The city center comes alive daily, and the Advent atmosphere becomes a continuous experience.

Supporting Program

Numerous program items take place over the four weeks: performances by children's choirs and brass choirs, visits from Santa Claus or St. Nicholas, readings, small stage acts, and special promotions. The exact program is published by the organizer at weihnachtsmarkt-lohne.de. This ensures that visiting the market is not just a one-time stroll — those who come more often experience something new each time.

Meeting Point of Lohne's Advent Season

The Lohne Christmas Market is more than just a sales event. It is the meeting point of Lohne's Advent season — the place where you meet acquaintances, drink mulled wine, spend time together, and get into the festive spirit. A tradition that shapes the city's identity and brings light and warmth during the dark season.

Lohne Christmas Market — edition 2026

The Lohne Christmas Market 2026 opens on Thursday, November 26th (before the 1st Advent on November 29th) and runs daily until Wednesday, December 23rd, at Pierre-Braun-Platz in the heart of Lohne's city center. Highlights include the ice rink for skaters of all ages, traditional wooden stalls with the classic Christmas market assortment (mulled wine, hot apple punch, bratwurst, potato pancakes, candied almonds, gingerbread, chocolate) and gift stands with arts and crafts, candles, jewelry, and Christmas decorations, as well as a nostalgic children's carousel. Over four weeks, numerous program items will take place — children's choirs, brass choirs, Santa Claus visits, readings, and smaller stage acts. Detailed program at weihnachtsmarkt-lohne.de.

The duration of the event (Thursday before the 1st Advent until Dec 23rd) and the program items (ice rink, stalls, carousel) are confirmed via lohne.de and weihnachtsmarkt-lohne.de. An established Advent tradition in Lohne.

Programme Lohne Christmas Market 2026

Opening Thursday, November 26th, 2026

  • Festive opening of the Christmas market at Pierre-Braun-Platz
  • First lighting of the fairy lights and Christmas decorations
  • Inauguration of the ice rink and carousel

Daily Operation Nov 26th to Dec 23rd, 2026

  • Ice Rink: Ice skating for families, school classes, clubs — skate rental on site
  • Stalls with Culinary Offerings: Mulled wine (red, white, children's punch), apple punch, bratwurst, potato pancakes, crepes, almonds, gingerbread, chocolate, cookies, stollen
  • Gift Stalls: Wood carvings, candles, jewelry, Christmas decorations, wool products, small works of art
  • Nostalgic Carousel: continuously in operation for children
  • Stage: Children's choirs, brass choirs, Advent music, readings, special events
  • Special Visits: St. Nicholas on December 6th, Santa Claus on several dates

Closing Wednesday, December 23rd, 2026

  • Last market day — last-minute gifts and final mulled wine before Christmas Eve
  • Winding down in an Advent atmosphere

Note

Detailed program with stage performances and special events at weihnachtsmarkt-lohne.de.

Highlights Lohne Christmas Market 2026

Ice rink as a highlight for skaters of all ages, traditional stalls with mulled wine, gingerbread, and bratwurst, nostalgic children's carousel, daily operation over four weeks with a varied supporting program. The central meeting point of Lohne's Advent season.

Prices Lohne Christmas Market 2026

Free admission to the market. Ice rink with usage fee (skate rental).

Practical information — Lohne Christmas Market

Location

Pierre-Braun-Platz, Lohne City Center, 49393 Lohne (Oldenburg).

Date 2026

Opening on the Thursday before the 1st Advent (expected November 26th, 2026). Open daily until Wednesday, December 23rd, 2026.

Admission

Free admission to the market. Ice rink usage with a fee (skate rental separate). Food and market goods on site.

Getting There

Lohne is located on the A 1 motorway (exit Lohne/Dinklage). Lohne (Oldb) train station, within walking distance of Pierre-Braun-Platz.

Organizer

City of Lohne.

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