Düsseldorf – Düsseldorf Christmas market 2027

Düsseldorfer Weihnachtsmarkt 2027 is provisionally planned to take place in Düsseldorf city centre from Thursday, 18 November, to Thursday, 30 December 2027. The dates follow the usual start day of the week and fixed year-end date 2026; opening hours and public holiday arrangements were initially carried over from the official previous-year edition. A confirmed date for 2027 is not yet available. Various themed markets make a visit particularly varied.

Düsseldorf Christmas Market 2027: Dates and market areas

For the 2026 edition, Düsseldorf Tourism confirmed the dates as 19 November to 30 December. Following the same Thursday start, 18 November is the expected start date for 2027. The previously established end date of 30 December is being retained as a planning date. However, the organisers have not yet confirmed these new dates individually. Visitors should therefore check the latest information before travelling. The Christmas market consists of several connected areas rather than a single festival site.

Marktplatz, Schadowplatz and Königsallee

Much of the Christmas activity takes place in the Old Town and shopping streets. Well-known locations include Marktplatz, Schadowplatz, Schadowstraße and other squares around Königsallee and Kö-Bogen. The individual areas differ in their design and offerings. From craft-focused stalls to modern lighting, they create a varied market scene. The central map marker at Marktplatz is intended as a guide; the event extends beyond it across the city centre.

Düsseldorf Christmas Market 2027: Carousels and family activities

Previous editions have added special carousels, smaller children's activities and other attractions to some themed markets. The festively illuminated Ferris wheel at Burgplatz has also been a popular photo opportunity in the city centre in some winters. However, it has not been confirmed exactly which attractions will return in 2027. No specific rides or operators are therefore currently associated with the new edition. Individual market areas and any additional attractions may have their own operators and different opening hours.

Crafts, Christmas huts and gift ideas

Düsseldorf Christmas Market is particularly well known for its various themed markets. Visitors traditionally find decorations, gifts and handcrafted goods in festively decorated huts. The shopping streets also invite you to stroll around the city. If you like, you can visit several squares and take a break at different stalls. The exact selection of traders depends on the next allocation of stalls. The names of exhibitors and shops for 2027 have therefore not yet been confirmed.

Food, festive lights and city-centre atmosphere

A visit to a Christmas market in Düsseldorf also means enjoying hot drinks, traditional winter specialities and sweet treats. Light installations and decorated façades create a special atmosphere between the themed markets. The market around Königsallee is especially easy to combine with an evening stroll. Some food and drink businesses may stay open longer than the market stalls. The new event plans will show which special promotions, music programmes or stage events will take place in 2027.

Admission, opening times and public holidays

Admission to Düsseldorf Christmas Market was free in 2026. Free admission is also listed for 2027 for now; food, shopping and individual rides may incur a charge. Provisional opening hours, as of 2026: Sunday to Thursday, 11 to 20; Friday and Saturday, 11 to 21. On 24 December, it was open only until 15; it was closed on Christmas Day and Remembrance Sunday. On 26 December, it opened for reduced hours from 14. These exceptions still need to be confirmed for 2027.

Getting there via Heinrich-Heine-Allee

The Christmas market areas are located around Düsseldorf's Old Town and are easy to reach by public transport. Düsseldorf Tourism recommends Heinrich-Heine-Allee as the main interchange. Marktplatz, Königsallee and Schadowplatz are all within easy walking distance. Several light rail lines also run from the main railway station into the city centre. Finding a parking space can take longer at weekends during Advent, so travelling by bus and train is often the more convenient option.

You can find all the latest details on the official organiser's website. Our event calendar shows you even more winter markets and funfairs..