Weimarer Weihnachtsmarkt — Weimarer Weihnacht
From 24 November 2026 to 3 January 2027 — Christmas Market in the City of Classics
About Weimarer Weihnacht
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Weimar in Lights — Christmas in the City of Classics
When the first lights twinkle at the end of November and the scent of roasted almonds and stollen wafts through Schillerstraße, the Weimarer Weihnacht begins. The city of classics in the state of Thuringia, the independent city of Weimar, combines its Christmas market with its incomparable historical backdrop — from Goethe's former residence on Frauenplan, via the Goethe and Schiller Monument on Theaterplatz, to the historic Town Hall on the Market Square.
A Row of Stalls Across the City Centre
Unlike many Christmas markets, the Weimarer Weihnacht is not concentrated in one single square. The stalls line up from Theaterplatz across Schillerstraße, Frauenplan, the historic Market Square, and on to Herderplatz. This row of stalls shapes the cityscape and guides visitors almost like a city tour through the most important sites of classical Weimar. In front of Goethe's former residence on Frauenplan, there are arts and crafts stalls and mulled wine stands — a combination found nowhere else.
Ice Skating Under Goethe and Schiller
A special feature is the ice rink on Theaterplatz — right at the feet of the famous Goethe-Schiller Monument. Families, students, and tourists glide across the ice with the classical symbol of Weimar at their backs, accompanied by mulled wine, hot chocolate, and bratwurst from the surrounding stalls.
Town Hall as an Advent Calendar, Fairy Tale Hut for Families
The historic Town Hall on the Market Square transforms into a giant advent calendar: every Advent day, a new window is opened, accompanied by music, short readings, or small performances. Families are drawn to the Märchenhütte, which offers a daily programme for children — storytellers, craft activities, small theatre performances.
Musical Programme
In front of the magnificent Christmas tree on the Market Square, choirs, brass bands, and soloists perform daily. Concerts also take place in the Stadtkirche St. Peter und Paul (Herderkirche) and the Deutsches Nationaltheater — from classical Christmas concerts with the Staatskapelle to Advent choirs from the region. The Liszt University of Music and the Belvedere Music High School provide a large proportion of the young talent.
Bauhaus Christmas Market as an Additional Highlight
A second, smaller format complements the main event in 2026: the Bauhaus Christmas Market on 5 December 2026, celebrating the modernity of the city of classics. Additionally, there are smaller markets at the Bienenmuseum (Bee Museum) and in the courtyards steeped in classical history around the Market Square.
Weimarer Weihnacht — edition 2026
Christmas Market in the City of Classics 2026
From 24 November 2026 to 3 January 2027, Weimar transforms into a sea of lights. The row of stalls stretches across the historic city centre, connecting the most important sites of classical Weimar into a festive procession. An ice rink on Theaterplatz, advent calendar windows on the Town Hall, a Märchenhütte for families, and daily musical performances in front of the large Christmas tree on the Market Square set the rhythm.
Concerts and Bauhaus Accent
Concerts in the Stadtkirche St. Peter und Paul (Herderkirche) and the Deutsches Nationaltheater complement the outdoor space. On 5 December 2026, the Bauhaus Christmas Market will add a modern touch to the classical city — with Bauhaus-inspired gift ideas and design items.
Programme Weimarer Weihnacht 2026
Programme Weimarer Weihnacht 2026/2027
- Opening: Tuesday, 24 November 2026
- Closing: Sunday, 3 January 2027
- Row of Stalls: Theaterplatz → Schillerstraße → Frauenplan (in front of Goethe's former residence) → Marktplatz → Herderplatz
- Ice Rink: Theaterplatz, at the Goethe-Schiller Monument — open daily
- Town Hall as Advent Calendar: daily opening of a window with a small programme (music, reading, performance)
- Märchenhütte: daily family programme — fairy tale storytelling, craft activities, small theatre plays
- Musical Performances: choirs, brass bands, and soloists daily in front of the large Christmas tree on the Market Square
- Concerts Stadtkirche St. Peter und Paul (Herderkirche): Christmas concerts with choirs and ensembles
- Concerts Deutsches Nationaltheater: Advent concerts with the Staatskapelle Weimar, among others
- Bauhaus Christmas Market: Saturday, 5 December 2026 — Bauhaus-inspired gifts and design
- Bienenmuseum Market: small Advent market
- In front of Goethe's former residence: arts and crafts and mulled wine stands
Detailed programme and daily stage times at www.weimar-weihnachtsmarkt.de.
Highlights Weimarer Weihnacht 2026
- Row of stalls across the historic city centre
- Ice rink at the Goethe-Schiller Monument
- Town Hall as a giant advent calendar
- Märchenhütte for families — daily programme
- Concerts in Stadtkirche St. Peter und Paul and Deutsches Nationaltheater
- Bauhaus Christmas Market on 5 December 2026
- Arts and crafts and mulled wine stands in front of Goethe's former residence
Prices Weimarer Weihnacht 2026
Admission to the Christmas market is free. Ice rink and skate rental are subject to charges. Concerts in the Stadtkirche and Nationaltheater are subject to charges depending on the event (tickets via the respective venues or the Weimar Tourist Information).
Practical information — Weimarer Weihnacht
Date
24 November 2026 to 3 January 2027.
Venues
Marktplatz, Herderplatz, Theaterplatz (ice rink at the Goethe-Schiller Monument), Schillerstraße, Frauenplan (in front of Goethe's former residence). Additionally: Bauhaus Christmas Market 5 December 2026; Bienenmuseum.
Admission
Admission to all markets is free. Ice rink and concerts may be subject to charges depending on the event.
Getting There
Weimar Station (ICE stop, line Frankfurt — Berlin and Munich — Berlin). Approximately 15 minutes' walk from the station to the Market Square. A4 motorway exit Weimar. Public transport is recommended in the run-up to Christmas — parking spaces in the city centre are scarce.
Programme and Highlights
Daily programme with choirs, brass bands, Märchenhütte, and Advent calendar windows. Concerts in the Stadtkirche and Deutsches Nationaltheater. Detailed programme at www.weimar-weihnachtsmarkt.de.
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Where it takes place Weimarer Weihnacht
Marktplatz, Theaterplatz, Herderplatz, Frauenplan, Schillerstraße
Marktplatz, 99423 Weimar