Illustration of a Christmas market seen from above with stalls around a giant decorated tree in a cathedral square (Weihnachtszauber auf dem Kirchberger Altmarkt)
Christmas Markets

Weihnachtszauber auf dem Kirchberger Altmarkt

Visitors gather on the Altmarkt to enjoy festive market stalls and the scent of mulled wine. Festivities kick off with the traditional turning of the pyramid and lighting of the Christmas tree, followed by an advent singing program in the Festsaal. Over the weekend, children can meet Santa Claus and his elves, while the nearby Meisterhaus opens its exhibitions to guests.

Nov 27 – Nov 29, 2026 All ages

Plan Your Visit

Hours

Friday opening: 18:00. No other market hours are stated.

Food & Drink

The market is associated with the scent of mulled wine, but no specific food offerings are named.

Location

Altmarkt · Kirchberg 08107 Get Directions

Local Insight & Ratings

Family Friendly

🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 ⚪ (4/5)

Best For

Families with young children

Vibe

Festive and traditional

Energy Level

Moderate

Photo Friendly

High

Weather Sensitivity

Moderate

Tips & Advice

  • Come on Friday evening for the opening, when the mayor sets the pyramid turning and the Christmas tree on the Altmarkt lights up.
  • Stay on Friday for the Advent singing in the Festsaal, hosted by the Erzgebirgischer Heimatverein and the Arion men's choir.
  • Bring young children on Saturday or Sunday, when Santa Claus and his elves come by the market to surprise them.
  • Step into the Meisterhaus during the weekend to see its library, textile and local history museum, and model railway exhibition.
  • Dress warmly, since the market is outdoors on the Altmarkt and the Friday opening takes place in the evening.

Special Events & Promotions

  • Friday evening opening with Mayor Dorothee Obst: the pyramid starts turning and the Christmas tree is lit.
  • Advent singing in the Festsaal on Friday, with the Erzgebirgischer Heimatverein and the Männergesangverein Arion.
  • Santa Claus and his elves visit the youngest guests on Saturday and Sunday.
  • The Meisterhaus opens its library, textile and local history museum, and model railway exhibition over the first Advent weekend.

Links & Contact

Run by Stadt Kirchberg

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Frequently Asked Questions

What happens at the opening?

Mayor Dorothee Obst opens the market on Friday evening. The pyramid starts turning and the Christmas tree is lit.

Is there anything for children?

Yes. On Saturday and Sunday, Santa Claus and his elves come by to surprise the youngest visitors.

What is the Advent singing?

It is an Advent singing evening in the Festsaal on Friday, hosted by the Erzgebirgischer Heimatverein and the Männergesangverein Arion men's choir.

What else is open over the market weekend?

The Meisterhaus opens over the first Advent weekend, with its library, the textile and local history museum, and the model railway exhibition.

What is on during Saturday and Sunday?

There is a Christmas program on the Altmarkt both days, and Santa and his elves make an appearance.

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