Illustration of an indoor Christmas market hall with tables of candles, wreaths and ornaments under garlands (Lichterglanz und Weihnachtszauber - Weihnachtsmarkt in Edewecht)
Christmas Markets

Lichterglanz und Weihnachtszauber - Weihnachtsmarkt in Edewecht

Visitors can wander through a festive pagoda village featuring an artisan craft market with handmade jewelry, clothing, accessories, and home decor. Entertainment includes a carousel, reading tent, puppet theater, and live musical performances by local choirs and the band Speedos. Guests can also gather under a large stretch tent while enjoying bratwurst, roasted almonds, crêpes, and drinks hosted by local community clubs.

Dec 5 – Dec 6, 2026 All ages

Plan Your Visit

Tickets

No admission price is stated. Christmas trees are €15 each; they may be taken home after the market ends on Sunday evening.

Hours

Saturday 14:00–24:00; Sunday 14:00–18:00.

Food & Drink

Local clubs serve drinks, bratwurst, roasted almonds, crêpes and other food; proceeds from drink sales support the participating clubs.

Location

Marktplatz · Edewecht 26188 Get Directions

Local Insight & Ratings

Family Friendly

🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 (5/5)

Best For

Families with young children and holiday-gift shoppers

Vibe

Festive and welcoming

Energy Level

Moderate

Photo Friendly

Moderate

Weather Sensitivity

Moderate

Tips & Advice

  • Bring children to explore the carousel, reading tent, puppet theater and craft activities, all included in the family programme.
  • Use the large stretch tent for weather-protected seating while enjoying food and drinks.
  • Plan a Sunday visit if you want to see the Nikolaus, who visits that afternoon.
  • Attend on Saturday evening to catch Speedos performing live.
  • Browse the craft market for handmade jewelry, accessories, clothing and home decor.

Special Events & Promotions

  • The market is open Saturday and Sunday, with different opening hours each day.
  • The market officially opens Saturday, with Bürgermeisterin Petra Knetemann; the opening includes a Christmas stollen cutting and a performance by the Kindertagesstätte Edewecht choir.
  • Speedos performs Saturday evening.
  • The Nikolaus visits Sunday afternoon and distributes bags of treats.
  • The Grundschule Edewecht children’s choir performs Sunday and greets the Nikolaus.

Links & Contact

Run by Veranstaltungsforum Edewecht e.V.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is there for children to do?

Children can enjoy a carousel, reading tent, puppet theater and craft activities. The Nikolaus visits on Sunday afternoon.

What food and drink is available?

Local clubs serve drinks, bratwurst, roasted almonds, crêpes and other food.

Is there somewhere to sit out of the weather?

Yes. A large stretch tent provides weather-protected seating.

What can I browse at the craft market?

Stalls feature handmade jewelry, accessories, clothing and home decor.

How can I support local clubs at the market?

The local clubs provide the drinks service, and its proceeds go directly to the participating clubs.

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