Magical winter fairy tale in Buxtehude: Experience festive magic!

Magical winter fairy tale in Buxtehude: Experience festive magic!

Today, December 26, 2025, the old town of Buxtehude shines in festive splendor. Framed by fairytale lights and life-size figures, the popular winter fairy tale takes place from November 28th to December 28th, brightening up the dark season. This charming event is not only a highlight for the residents, but also attracts numerous visitors to the historic city center.

The event, which has the motto of brightening up the cold months, offers a variety of attractions. On Petri Square and Town Hall Square, as well as along the Lange and Breite Straße shopping streets, guests can enjoy festive carousels and marvel at the vivid fairy tale walls. The city marketing of the Hanseatic city of Buxtehude has outdone itself with imaginative offers such as concerts, sing-alongs and the popular storytelling. A special highlight is the Punch and Judy Theater, which brings fun and joy to visitors young and old - it takes place every Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday.

Special attractions and offers

There are numerous opportunities for the little ones to get active in the winter fairy tale. The children can create wish lists and hand them in at the Christmas post office. Designed specifically for the festive mood, the large Advent calendar offers surprises and gifts every day. From a culinary point of view, guests can look forward to a wide range of delicacies: from roasted almonds and freshly baked lard cakes to warming mulled wine and punch, there is something for everyone.

A special treat this year is the opportunity to rent a heated barrel on Petri Square. Space for up to eight people guarantees a relaxed get-together in a cozy atmosphere - an ideal option for enjoying the Christmas market in good company.

Practical information and arrival

For everyone who wants to experience the winter fairy tale, the Christmas market opens its doors daily from 12:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., and the restaurants remain open until 9:00 p.m. On Christmas Eve you can stop by from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., while Christmas Day is closed. On Boxing Day the market invites you again from 12:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. If you want to travel by public transport, you can easily reach Buxtehude with the S5 or S3 or the regional train. The ZOB stop can be reached on foot in just a few minutes, so nothing stands in the way of a carefree visit.

There are already plans for the coming years: The application deadline for next year's winter fairy tale ends on March 16, 2026. Anyone who is interested in taking part as a stand operator - be it as a club, organization or artisan - can contact city marketing by email at hotelmarketing@stadt.buxtehude or by filling out a survey form.

The Buxtehude Winter Fairy Tale is a perfect opportunity to enjoy the pre-Christmas season together with family and friends and get into the festive mood. Whether browsing through the lovingly decorated stalls or relaxing in one of the cozy barrels, everyone gets their money's worth here. So there's not much left to say other than: visit while you can!

For more information and the current program, we recommend taking a look at the official website: Buxtehude or Christmas market Germany.