Christmas and winter markets in Leipzig
Winter in Leipzig - the streets are transformed into a sea of lights, the smell of mulled wine fills the air and little worlds of wonder spring up everywhere, making the gray cold bearable. To help you keep an overview, we show you all the particularly beautiful Christmas markets in Leipzig that invite you to feast and stroll in November and December. If you'd rather avoid the Christmas spirit, take a look at all the other sweet events in winter without the Christmas spirit on our website.
Don't forget your cozy scarf and hat and head outside to go out with your loved ones! 🧣
All Christmas and winter markets in Leipzig
Here you can find all Christmas and winter markets in Leipzig sorted by date. Get out your winter jacket, the mulled wine is waiting for you! Whether at the vegan Christmas market, in the wintry market hall or at Wilden Heinz: Leipzig has some wonderfully sweet Christmas markets for you this year.
Veganer Weihnachtsmarkt Leipzig
As the name suggests, the vegan Christmas market offers a plant-based alternative to traditional Christmas markets. From December onwards, you can discover vegan delicacies and products that will spoil you in a sustainable way. The market focuses on environmentally friendly offerings and is ideal for anyone who appreciates conscious indulgence - great for you
Weihnachten am Kreuz 2025
The "Christmas at the Cross" market combines community and festivity in a special way. From early to mid-December, you can come together here under colorful lights and with Christmas music, browse through handmade goods and warm up with hot drinks. Perfect for celebrating Advent together. Very sweet every year!
Not a fan of Christmas markets? - No problem!
Christmas markets are too crowded for you? It's too cold or you just want a Christmassy alternative? No problem. Here are the best ideas for a lovely Christmas away from the Christmas markets:
Gastspiel | Weihnachten mit Lilli
"Christmas with Lilli" - your festive getaway from the Christmas madness! Lilli serves up mulled wine gags, cinnamon star magic and lots of quirky festive fun - nothing is certain, not even Santa Claus!
Gastspiel | christian von aster - RUPRECHTS GROSSER RUTENTEST 7.0 - Mittendrin statt bloß Dabeinachten
A nasty evening of reading against the Christmas spirit - not for cinnamon hearts with sugar icing! With sharp-tongued stories, quirky rhymes and tongue-in-cheek anti-Christmas spirit, the author invites you to an evening that is guaranteed not to end under the tree - but in the middle of black humor.
Kreativangebot für Erwachsene - Weihnachtskarten selbst gestalten
With stamps, brush pens, glitter, watercolors and much more, Sandra Graf-Faustmann will create two very personal Christmas cards under professional guidance. Templates and inspiration included - there are no limits to your imagination!
Adventszauber
An afternoon to join in, be amazed and enjoy: organ tour for children, song session, creative workshop, cookie baking, family theater and concerts. There will also be treats in the atmospheric mulled garden
Questions about Christmas markets in Leipzig
1. why should you definitely visit Christmas markets in Leipzig?
Imagine this: You're strolling through the city, the smell of mulled wine and roasted almonds is in the air, a brass quartet is playing "Oh du fröhliche" somewhere - and thousands of lights are twinkling above you. ✨ Sounds cheesy? It is. And that's exactly what makes it so beautiful. Leipzig's Christmas markets are not just markets - they are little journeys back in time to a winter wonderland. Between the historical flair, lovingly decorated stalls and really good food, you can really get into the Christmas spirit. 🎄
So if you're looking for a bit of magic in the cold season, this is the place for you. Gloves on, cup in hand - and off you go! 🎁🧤
2. what can you do in Leipzig after the Christmas market?
Are you frozen through despite the cocoa and mulled wine or don't feel like strolling around anymore? What do you do when you've already seen all the sweet serenades at the Christmas market? Very easy: carry on inside! Many bars and cafés have adapted to the cold season - with winter drinks, a fireside atmosphere and soft music. Alternatively, create your own Christmas evening with movies such as "Three Nuts for Cinderella" to get you in the right winter mood.
3. what options are there for getting into the Christmas spirit in Leipzig (even at home)?
Between the twinkling lights in the city center, mulled wine at the Christmas market and cosy evenings at home, the Christmas spirit almost sets in by itself. If you like, you can create little islands of anticipation - classic, creative or simply cozy:
- Deko: Egal ob traditionell mit Krippe und Weihnachtsbaum oder mit Sternen und Lichtern - du matchst perfekt der Weihnachtsstimmung - draußen wie drinnen
- Kerze: Adventskranz, gedimmtes Licht oder kleine Kerzen: Indirekte Beleuchtung stimmt dich perfekt auf den cozy gemütlichen Vibe ein.
- Filme: Egal ob Drei Haselnüsse für Aschenbrödel, Kevin allein zu Haus oder Harry Potter - Hauptsache eingekuschelt auf dem Sofa mit einem Kakao in den Händen
- Backabend: Was wäre Weihnachten ohne Kekse?
- Draußen: Auch wenn es nicht schneit, können dich Weihnachtsmärkte in die perfekte Stimmung bringen. Glühwein, gebrannte Mandeln & jede Menge handgemachte Angebote (vielleicht die perfekte Idee für ein Weihnachtsgeschenk?)
- Geschenke & Musik: Kaufen, Basteln, Einpacken - am Besten mit schöner Musik im Hintergrund
- Wichteln: Mit Freund:innen, Kolleg:innen oder einfach spontan
- DIY: Papiersterne, Orangenscheiben, Tannenzweige: Low budgeht aber high vibe
- oder ganz einfach: Sofa, Tasse, Kuschelsocken – no explanation needed
4. what can you eat and drink in Leipzig at Christmas? 🎄🍽️
Christmas tastes good - and really good! Of course, what's on the plate also depends on the region, but in Leipzig (and Saxony in general) there are some classics that are simply a must.
Sweet hits of the season:
- Christstollen (mit Marzipan), Zimtsterne, Lebkuchen & Spekulatius, Vanillekipferl, Makronen und Dominosteine, Weihnachtsplätzchen in allen Formen und Farben
Hearty:
- Der traditionelle Gänse- oder Entenbraten mit Rotkohl und Klößen ist ein Muss. Wer’s regional mag, greift in Sachsen oft zum Karpfen - das typische Heiligabendgericht! Aber auch Würstchen mit Kartoffelsalat sind beliebt, vor allem für den schnellen Hunger
- Tipp: Viele dieser Gerichte kann man auch in vegetarischer und veganer Variante zubereiten.
Liquid companions:
- Glühwein auf dem Weihnachtsmarkt darf natürlich nicht fehlen – perfekt zum Aufwärmen. Kinderpunsch und heiße Schokolade sind für die Kleineren (und alle, die es süß mögen). Und wer’s etwas ausgefallener mag, gönnt sich Eierlikör oder einen winterlichen Gewürztee. Auf vielen Weihnachtsmärkten gibt es viele verschiedene Heißgetränke, die einen perfekt einstimmen.
Snacks & Co:
- Gebrannte Mandeln, geröstete Maronen und eine Handvoll Nüsse gehören einfach dazu. Trockenfrüchte wie Datteln oder Feigen runden das Ganze ab – perfekt zum Naschen zwischendurch. Für die romantischen Personen, kommt natürlich auch ein Lebkuchenherz in Frage.
5. how can I find other cool Christmas markets and events?
Can't get enough of Christmas? We totally understand that. Take a look at our website or our app - you'll find information at a glance 🎄 ⛄️