Illustration of two knitted figures sharing a candle on a small table beside a snowman in a snowy holiday market (Pasinger Christkindlmarkt)
Christmas Markets

Pasinger Christkindlmarkt

Visitors can browse a roundabout of stalls offering handmade ceramics, jewelry, candleholders, and traditional holiday decorations alongside rotating pop-up booths. Treats and refreshments include chocolates, gingerbread, hearty bratwurst, and warm mulled wine. Live stage performances, traditional dances, and music provide festive entertainment for visitors of all ages.

Nov 28 – Dec 20, 2026 All ages

Plan Your Visit

Hours

13:00–19:30.

Neighborhood

Pasing

Food & Drink

Treats include pralines, gingerbread, and bratwurst, with warm mulled wine to drink.

Location

Vorplatz der Kirche Maria Schutz · Bäckerstraße 21, 81241 München, München, BY 81241 Get Directions

Local Insight & Ratings

Family Friendly

🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 ⚪ (4/5)

Best For

Families and visitors seeking a traditional local christmas market

Vibe

Traditional and intimate

Energy Level

Low

Photo Friendly

Moderate

Weather Sensitivity

High

Tips & Advice

  • Come back on more than one Advent weekend, because the pop-up stands change and are worth a visit every weekend.
  • Bring the kids on Saturday, December 5, when there's children's face painting and St. Nicholas comes to the market.
  • Stay into the evening on Saturday, December 19, to catch the Perchtenlauf in front of the Maria Schutz church.
  • Dress warmly for an afternoon outdoors on the church forecourt, and warm up with a Glühwein between the stalls and the stage.

Special Events & Promotions

  • Official opening of the market on Saturday, November 28.
  • Children's face painting and a visit from St. Nicholas on Saturday, December 5.
  • A rosary on Saturday, December 12.
  • A Perchtenlauf on Saturday, December 19.
  • Closing words followed by a church service on Sunday, December 20, the final day.

Links & Contact

Run by Pasinger Mariensäule e.V.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the market good for families?

Yes. The stage program is planned for the whole family. On Saturday, December 5, there's children's face painting and a visit from St. Nicholas.

What can I buy?

The stalls sell handmade ceramics and jewelry, candleholders, traditional Christmas decorations and handmade gifts. Pop-up stands change things up and are worth a look every weekend.

What food and drink is there?

There are pralines, gingerbread and hearty bratwurst, plus warm Glühwein.

Is there entertainment?

Yes. There's live music, traditional dances and other performances on the market stage, and local artists and musicians take part.

How can I get a stall at the market?

Email the organizers with what you'd like to offer and your contact details. The online form is offline for now. You can also talk to them in person at the market.

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