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Minden is celebrating: The big Christmas market is starting soon!
Discover current events and activities in Minden-Lübbecke in October 2025, including concerts and Christmas market.
Minden is celebrating: The big Christmas market is starting soon!
The anticipation of the festive season in Minden is palpable, because the Christmas market is just around the corner! From November 25th to December 30th, 2025, the city center will be transformed into winter magic with festively decorated stalls. This is reported by news.de and highlights that the market stalls on the historic market square and the Scharn offers a wide range of treats, creative gift ideas and children's attractions.
When visiting the Christmas market, visitors can expect an atmospheric atmosphere with festive lighting that bathes streets and squares in the right light. Of course, there is also an upper market where you can relax with hot drinks and a campfire. Daily opening hours offer flexibility: Monday to Thursday from 12:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m., Friday and Saturday from 12:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. and Sunday from 12:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. On Christmas Eve the market is open from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., while on Christmas Day the market stalls remain closed. On Boxing Day you can enjoy the Christmas hustle and bustle from 1:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Cultural highlights in the coming weeks
But it's not just the Christmas market that creates a festive atmosphere. Minden also has a wide range of events to offer in autumn. On October 27th, the play “The Devil and the Diva” will be performed in the city theater, a must for theater lovers. Other cultural highlights include “Cabaret” on November 1st and “Robin Hood” on November 6th, which know how to delight the audience. minden-erleben.de presents these events and promises entertainment at a high level.
When the temperatures drop, the desire for social evenings in the city increases. On October 31st, the 80s Halloween thriller boat party will take place on the MS Poseidon. Stand-up comedy with various performances in local bars also ensures happy evenings and promises some laughs. If you prefer something a little quieter, you can experience contemplative moments at concerts such as “A Christmas Dream” by Uwe Müller, which takes place on November 26th in the city theater.
Special features of the Christmas market
This year there will even be a giant fir tree set up at the market that will make every Christmas lover's heart beat faster. Also new are the “Après Work” attractions with live music and the “Find the Golden Plus” search for clues. Guided tours are also offered that provide interesting insights into the festive tradition in Minden.
An important note concerns the traffic situation during the Christmas market season. Access to the pedestrian zone is restricted: Sundays to Thursdays between 1:00 p.m. and 9:30 p.m. and Fridays and Saturdays until 10:30 p.m. Adjusted times apply to delivery traffic so that visitors can enjoy the offers undisturbed.
Overall, the Advent season in Minden promises a successful mix of culture, conviviality and cozy hours. Visit the Christmas market and the numerous events - there's something happening!