Christmas magic in Saarland: top events for the holidays!

Christmas magic in Saarland: top events for the holidays!

The contemplative pre-Christmas period in Saarbrücken and the surrounding area has a lot to offer and attracts visitors to the region with a colorful program. Christmas is traditionally celebrated as a family celebration, but there are also numerous events on the program that have something for everyone. Today, December 22nd, is the perfect time to enjoy the Christmas spirit to the fullest with friends or family. The festively decorated markets and the charming events invite everyone to be enchanted.

A highlight is this Christmas market in St. Wendel, which is known for its winding streets around the Wendelinus Basilica. Here visitors can immerse themselves in a mixture of Christmas magic and medieval flair. Against the backdrop of a twelve-meter-high pyramid from the Ore Mountains, there are around 150 stands and stalls that offer everything your heart desires. The atmospheric decoration with a nativity scene, nutcracker figures and decorated trees as well as musical performances by artists and traditional craftsmanship ensure an unforgettable experience.

Various events on December 22nd

In Saarbrücken itself the day begins with Saarbrücken Christmas market, which opens its doors at 11:00 a.m. on the St. Johanner Markt. Various events take place in the afternoon, such as:14. Saarbrücken Christmas Circus, which offers two performances at 3:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m. at the Saarterrassen festival site. The atmosphere is wonderfully festive and invites you to visit.

At the same time, visitors can also get information on an Advent walking tour of the old town, which starts at 4:00 p.m. and repeats at 6:30 p.m. If you're looking for a little more action, go for itlovely Christmas market eventKeep an eye on the event in Forbach, which also starts at 2 p.m.

A look at the upcoming highlights

For music lovers, the Alsfass Cultural Center is offering the “37th Christmas Concert” of the St. Wendel Jazz Support Group on December 26th at 7:30 p.m. Here the big band “Urklappen” under the musical direction of Stefan Butterbach will perform chili con carne and vegetarian stew, making the event a sociable meeting place. Anyone who is enthusiastic about performing arts also has the opportunity to...Saarbrücken State Theaterto attend productions such as “La Cage aux Folles” or “The Magic Flute”.

TheModern galleryThe exhibition “Into the Dark” with works by great artists such as Edvard Munch and Vincent Van Gogh is showing in Saarbrücken until January 4, 2026. The museum in the castle church also offers a deep insight into history with the exhibition “The Book as a Motor of the Reformation”, which can be visited up to the same date.

Saarbrücken offers numerous options for all those who want to experience the festive atmosphere during the Christmas season. Maybe one or two Christmas wishes can come true this year while strolling through the festively decorated streets and taking part in the many activities. Don't miss this special time of year and enjoy the diversity that Saarbrücken and the surrounding cities have to offer as the Christmas holidays approach.