WEINachten am Ludwig-Beck-Platz
Winemakers, arts and crafts, and Jazz Santas at Ludwig-Beck-Platz in Lichterfelde – an advent weekend for the neighbourhood
About WEINachten Lichterfelde
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Lichterfelde-West in Advent
Lichterfelde-West, in the Steglitz-Zehlendorf district, is one of Berlin's quietest and most well-kept residential areas – with villas, tree-lined streets, and an active neighbourhood culture. During Advent, the central Ludwig-Beck-Platz transforms for two days into a small, curated market that consciously avoids competing with Berlin's large tourist Christmas markets, aiming instead to strengthen the local community.
Four Wineries, over 80 Exhibitors
The 'Wein' (wine) in the name is provided by four family wineries that have been returning for years – focusing on Rheinhessen (dry white and red wines) and Franken. Tastings and wine-by-the-glass are central. Over 80 exhibitors complement the offerings: handmade jewellery, glass upcycling, romantic fashion, ceramic tableware, crocheted ornaments (proceeds go to an educational initiative in Kenya), and knitted accessories made from merino and silk.
Stage and Performances
On the small stage at the square, the Jazz Santas perform, a Berlin ensemble in Santa costumes who combine New Orleans jazz with Christmas standards. The programme is accompanied by the 'Christmas Elephant Jochen', an improvisation performance. Between sets, roasted almonds, chestnuts, and crêpes from the food stalls provide culinary delights, and the honey comes from beekeepers in Berlin-Lichtenrade.
Family & Friends e.V.
The organiser is the non-profit association Family & Friends e.V., led by Claudia Scholz. The association sees itself as a neighbourhood initiative that curates events whose proceeds flow into local and international social projects.
WEINachten Lichterfelde — edition 2026
The 2026 edition of WEINachten am Ludwig-Beck-Platz follows the proven two-day format. Stalls around the square open from late morning on Saturday and Sunday. The mix of a Christmas wine market, curated arts and crafts, and a stage programme forms the hallmark of the event.
The stalls feature glass upcycling installations, handmade silver and fashion jewellery, romantic fashion and evening wear, ceramic tableware and decorative pieces, crocheted ornaments from a project supporting education in Kenya, and knitted accessories made from merino and silk. For food, roasted almonds, chestnuts, crêpes, and honey from Berlin-Lichtenrade dominate.
Programme WEINachten Lichterfelde 2026
Saturday, December 12, 2026 – Day 1
- Morning opening – stalls and stage open
- Winemaker Tastings: Rheinhessen (dry white and red wines), Franken
- Jazz Santas – Live sets on stage (New Orleans jazz with Christmas standards)
- Improvisation performance with Christmas Elephant Jochen
- Arts and crafts stalls open throughout
Sunday, December 13, 2026 – Day 2
- Further stage performances by the Jazz Santas
- Reading / small children's programme (programme to be announced by the organiser)
- Final hours for wine tasting and takeaway sales
- Closing in the evening
Stalls – Selection
- Four family wineries from Rheinhessen and Franken (tasting and sales)
- Over 80 artisans with glass, jewellery, ceramics, textiles, fashion
- Beekeepers from Berlin-Lichtenrade (honey)
- Food stalls: roasted almonds, chestnuts, crêpes
Lineup and stall list will be published on family-and-friends-ev.de before the festival begins.
Highlights WEINachten Lichterfelde 2026
- Two-day Advent market at Ludwig-Beck-Platz Lichterfelde-West
- Four family wineries (Rheinhessen, Franken)
- Over 80 arts and crafts stalls
- Jazz Santas live on stage
- Christmas Elephant Jochen as an improvisation performance
- Free admission – proceeds partially allocated to social projects
Prices WEINachten Lichterfelde 2026
Practical information — WEINachten Lichterfelde
Getting There
Ludwig-Beck-Platz, 12203 Berlin (Steglitz-Zehlendorf district, Lichterfelde-West locality). S-Bahn S1 Lichterfelde-West approx. 5 min. walk. Bus M48 / 184 / 285 in the vicinity. Parking in the residential area is restricted – public transport recommended.
Admission
Completely free. Consumption at stalls and the mulled wine stand payable on site.
Organiser
Family & Friends e.V., Head: Claudia Scholz. Programme and stall registration via family-and-friends-ev.de.
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Where it takes place WEINachten Lichterfelde
Ludwig-Beck-Platz, Berlin-Lichterfelde
Ludwig-Beck-Platz, 12203 Berlin