Illustration of a Christmas market in a town square with wooden stalls, string lights and a vendor serving cocoa (Living Advent Calendar in Duisburg-Hamborn)

Living Advent Calendar in Duisburg-Hamborn

2026 dates not announced yet. Details are from 2025.

Experience the warmth of community with the Living Advent Calendar in Duisburg-Hamborn. This unique event invites individuals and groups to host a daily 'door' of the Advent calendar, offering a brief celebration with reflection, music, and festive treats. It's a wonderful way to share the spirit of Advent, connect with neighbors, and make the season's message visible throughout the parish.

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Plan Your Visit

Website / Tickets

st-johann-duisburg.de

Last year

Tickets

FREE

Ages

All ages

Neighborhood

Hamborn

Food & Drink

Hot drinks and cookies provided by hosts

Going?

Location

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Various locations throughout the parish · Duisburg Get Directions

Local Insight & Ratings

Family Friendly

🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 (5/5)

Best For

Community engagement, advent traditions, family activities

Vibe

Warm, communal, reflective, festive

Energy Level

Low - short daily events

Photo Friendly

📷 📷 📷 📷 📷 (3/5)

Weather Sensitivity

Low - most events are likely to be held indoors or under shelter

Tips & Advice

  • Check the online calendar shortly before December 1st for the full schedule of daily events and locations.
  • If you wish to host a 'door', submit your registration details by November 16, 2025, to ensure inclusion.
  • Be prepared to offer a short reflective moment, a song (preferably sing-along), and a warm drink with cookies.
  • The event is designed to be accessible to all ages, making it a great family activity.
  • While specific locations vary daily, the event is parish-wide, so explore different neighborhoods for unique experiences.

Special Events & Promotions

  • Daily 'door' openings with reflective moments, music, and refreshments.
  • Opportunity for groups, organizations, or individuals to host an event.
  • Sign-up deadline for hosts is November 16, 2025.

Links & Contact

Run by Kath. Pfarrgemeinde Propstei St. Johann

Website / Tickets Contact

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 is a 'Living Advent Calendar'?

It's a community event where different individuals, groups, or organizations host a small Advent celebration each day from December 1st to 24th, opening a 'door' to share a moment of reflection, music, and festive treats.

How can I participate as a host?

You can sign up by emailing Werner Haak (werner@haak-privat.de), Sr. Ursula Preußer (ursula.preusser@gmx.de), or Klemens Traut (advent@traut-gere.de) with your desired date, time, and location details. Alternatively, use the provided online form or leave a comment on the event page.

What are the requirements for hosting a 'door'?

Hosts are asked to provide something reflective (like a poem or story), something musical (preferably sing-along), and a hot drink with cookies. Each event typically lasts about 30 minutes.

Is there a cost to attend?

No, the Living Advent Calendar events are free to attend. Hosts provide the refreshments.

When is the deadline to sign up as a host?

The deadline for hosts to register is November 16, 2025, to allow time for poster and online publication of the calendar.

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