Advent in Wiener Neustadt
Visitors can browse market stalls offering homemade punch, farmhouse bread, lángos, crêpes, and chocolate fruits, with several booths run by local charitable organizations. The grounds feature live musical performances by local choirs and brass ensembles, alongside an ice curling rink for friendly games. Young visitors can play on a straw playground, race recycled Bobby Cars along a dedicated wooden track, decorate gingerbread, and craft holiday decorations.
Nov 27 – Dec 24, 2026 All ages
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Plan Your Visit
Tickets
No admission price is stated. The Eisstockbahn can be reserved for a free-will donation.
Hours
Market: Wednesday and Thursday 16:00–20:00; Friday 14:00–20:00; Saturday 10:00–20:00; Sunday 12:00–20:00 (Charity organisations from 14:00). Special hours: December 8, 12:00–20:00; December 24, 10:00–14:00. Wichtel-Stube programme: Wednesday 16:00–18:00; Thursday 16:00–18:00 (December 24, 10:00–12:00); Friday 15:00–17:00; Saturday and December 8, 15:00–17:00; Sunday 15:00–17:00. Children's concerts are Sundays at 16:00. Other listed performances are November 29 at 14:00 and 15:00, December 19 at 19:00, and December 24 at 11:00. The opening is November 29 at 11:00.
Food & Drink
Homemade punch and seasonal delicacies are offered for charity, alongside farmhouse bread, lángos, crêpes and chocolate fruits.
Location
Tips & Advice
- Bring a parent or guardian if children plan to join a Wichtel-Stube activity, as children cannot participate alone.
- Choose an activity day in advance: gingerbread decorating, crafts, and storytelling take place on different weekdays.
- Reserve the Eisstockbahn directly at the Lions Genuss-Stand if your group wants to play.
- If visiting with a child who wants to drive, note that the Bobby Car track is for children up to age seven.
- Keep December 8 and Christmas Eve in mind when planning, as both have special opening arrangements.
Special Events & Promotions
- The market has a special opening on December 8.
- On December 24, the market has special daytime-only opening hours.
- The Wichtel-Stube children’s programme runs Wednesday through Sunday; children must be accompanied by a parent or guardian, and no registration is required.
- Children’s hands-on concerts are held on Sundays, November 29, December 6, 13 and 20; performers are named for each date.
- The Eisstockbahn can be reserved at the Lions Genuss-Stand for a free-will donation; Saturday mornings are reserved for children.
Links & Contact
Run by Magistrat Wiener Neustadt
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is there something for children of different ages?
The straw play area is for children of every age, while the recycled Bobby Car track is for children up to age seven. Children can also decorate gingerbread, make crafts, and attend concerts.
Do children need to register for the Wichtel-Stube activities?
No registration is required, but children can participate only when accompanied by a parent or guardian.
What food and drink can visitors find?
Stalls offer homemade punch and snacks for charity, alongside farmhouse bread, lángos, chocolate-covered fruit, and crêpes.
Can visitors reserve the ice curling rink?
Yes. Reserve it directly at the Lions Genuss-Stand. Saturday morning is reserved for children, and companies can take part in the Lions tournament.
What can children do in the Wichtel-Stube?
They can decorate gingerbread, make Christmas gifts in the Wichtel-Werkstatt, or listen to fairy tales and Christmas stories during Geschichtenzauber.
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