Illustration of a Christmas market lane between half-timbered houses with snowy stall roofs and a couple arm in arm (Christmas G’art’en)

Christmas G’art’en

Visitors can wander from atelier to atelier across the creative grounds of the Wachsfabrik to shop for handmade goods. The market features live living-room concerts, DJ sets, walking acts, and a fire show alongside DIY workshops and a tattoo artist. Guests can also enjoy street food and warm drinks like hot mulled wine or hot gin.

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Plan Your Visit

When

Tickets

Free admission.

Hours

December 12: 16:00 - 22:00 Uhr; December 13: 14:00 - 20:00 Uhr.

Ages

All ages

Food & Drink

Street food and drinks are available, including hot mulled wine and hot gin.

Parking

Parking is available directly on the grounds. Reserved accessible parking spaces are immediately by the entrance.

Accessibility

Fully wheelchair accessible with reserved accessible parking spaces directly at the entrance.

Going?

Location

Wachsfabrik Köln · Industriestraße 170, 50999 Köln, Köln 50999 Get Directions

Local Insight & Ratings

Family Friendly

🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 ⚪ (4/5)

Best For

Families and handmade-goods shoppers

Vibe

Creative and festive

Energy Level

Moderate

Photo Friendly

Moderate

Weather Sensitivity

Moderate

Tips & Advice

  • Take S-Bahn line 6 to Mülheim and walk ten minutes if using public transport.
  • If driving, use the parking available directly on the grounds; accessible spaces are reserved by the entrance.
  • Bring children to the drawing and building stations, and make use of the changing tables and quiet rooms if needed.
  • Allow time to explore the ateliers, workshops, market stalls, and live entertainment across the grounds.
  • Staff are present, and emergency exits are clearly marked and easy to reach.

Special Events & Promotions

  • The event is free to attend.
  • Saturday and Sunday have different opening hours.
  • The event page links a newsletter for updates and exclusive offers.

Links & Contact

Run by Aktionsgemeinschaft Rodenkirchen

Christmas Events Near Me is an independent guide, not the organizer of this event. For tickets, entries, vendor spots or questions, contact the organizer directly through their contact page.

Frequently Asked Questions

What can families do at the event?

Children can use the area with drawing and building stations; changing tables and quiet rooms are available.

What can I find or do at the market?

Browse handmade goods and ateliers, join a DIY workshop, and enjoy walking acts, a living-room concert, a DJ, a tattoo artist, and a fire show.

What food and drinks are available?

Street food and drinks are offered, including mulled wine and gin.

How can I get there without a car?

Take S-Bahn line 6 to Mülheim, then walk about ten minutes.

Is the event accessible for wheelchair users?

The event is described as fully accessible, with reserved accessible parking spaces immediately by the entrance.

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