Rostock – Rostock Christmas Market 2027

Rostocker Weihnachtsmarkt 2027 takes place in Rostock city centre from Monday, 22 November, to Wednesday, 22 December 2027. The organiser has officially confirmed these dates. Look forward to Christmas stalls, food and drink, and the special mix of a Christmas market and winter fair.

Rostocker Weihnachtsmarkt 2027: officially confirmed dates

In 2027, Rostocker Weihnachtsmarkt begins on the Monday after Totensonntag and traditionally ends on 22 December. Großmarkt Rostock GmbH has already listed these dates on its official website, looking ahead to the next two years. This means the period is reliable. However, the exact programme for individual market areas will only be announced closer to the start. In addition, stalls and special stage events may have different opening times during the four-week event.

Christmas market at Neuer Markt and in the city centre

The market stretches from Neuer Markt through parts of Rostock city centre, including Kröpeliner Straße and areas around Fischerbastion. The different locations offer varied impressions and invite you to explore. You will find a mix of Christmas stalls, food and drink, and family-friendly areas. Neuer Markt, marked on the map, serves as a central meeting point. However, it does not show the full boundaries of the entire market site.

Rostocker Weihnachtsmarkt 2027: rides and winter fair

Rostock is known for more than its Advent stalls. The event traditionally also includes an amusement area with a variety of rides. Past years have featured illuminated carousels and other typical fairground attractions. The showmen and rides taking part in 2027 have not yet been fully announced officially. The specific attractions will therefore only be linked to the available attraction profiles once the new line-up of rides has been announced. Photos on this page show past editions and not rides already set up for December 2027.

Crafts, gift ideas and Christmas food

A stroll through Rostocker Weihnachtsmarkt is also a chance to browse. Many visitors look for small gifts or want to warm up with regional specialities. Traditional stalls and food and drink vendors add to the experience. Christmas lights also create a special atmosphere in the historic city centre. Some vendors change from year to year, so there is not yet a confirmed vendor list for the 2027 edition. Prices at stalls are set directly by the vendors.

Opening times and free entry

The public market is generally free to enter. Rides, food, drinks and selected special offers are charged separately. Provisional opening times, as of 2026: Monday to Thursday 11 to 20, Friday and Saturday 11 to 21:30, and Sunday 11:30 to 20. This officially known weekly schedule provides a basis for planning for 2027. The exact times for the new edition and any changes to individual stalls will be checked later.

Getting there by bus, train and on foot

Rostock city centre is easy to reach by public transport. From the main railway station, you can take the tram towards the centre and get off at Neuer Markt or nearby. If you are travelling by car, multi-storey car parks around the city centre offer alternative parking. When visitor numbers are high, it may take a little while to walk from the car park to the market. It is therefore helpful to check current traffic updates and any road or stop closures in advance.

Official information and other winter fairs

The organiser publishes current times and further information on the official Rostocker Weihnachtsmarkt website. You can check the latest programme and notices there before your visit. You can also find other Christmas markets and winter funfairs in our events calendar. The images used are from past years and are labelled as archive photos with image credits.