Fürth – Fürther Christmas Market with Medieval Market 2026

Fürther Christmas Market with Medieval Market 2026 takes place from Thursday, 26 November to Wednesday, 23 December 2026 on Fürther Freiheit. The traditional Christmas market and the adjacent medieval market are part of Fürth’s joint Advent programme. You can discover arts and crafts, historical demonstrations, winter food and a programme for families.

Fürther Christmas Market with Medieval Market 2026: date and location

Two different market areas are set up right next to each other on Fürther Freiheit. The traditional Christmas market has almost 40 stalls offering gift ideas, Christmas tree decorations and food and drink. Next door, around 25 historically styled stalls await you at the medieval market. Both markets run from 26 November to and including 23 December. This means you can conveniently enjoy the different offerings on a single visit. The official city website confirms the dates and free admission.

Historical crafts and fire pits

At the medieval market, craftspeople demonstrate candle-making, blacksmithing, glassworking, pottery and felting, among other crafts. Food and drink inspired by historical recipes are also on offer. After dark, torches light up the market grounds. Fire pits and a bathing tub are also part of the medieval atmosphere. According to the city, a fire spectacle is part of the daily programme. Check the current organiser’s programme for the exact time, as it is not published in the city’s concise information.

Fürther Christmas Market with Medieval Market 2026 for families

Children will also find various attractions on Fürther Freiheit. The city reports festively decorated rides and a dedicated children’s programme. Choirs and music groups also perform on the Christmas market stage. The verified official information does not yet fully describe which specific showmen and rides will take part in 2026. We therefore do not link to unverified ride profiles. The opening ceremony is scheduled for Thursday, 26 November at 17.

Christmas pyramid and winter lights

Bavaria’s tallest Christmas pyramid, about 14 metres high, stands in the neighbouring Dr.-Konrad-Adenauer-Anlage. The city says that a drinks stall there is due to remain open until Saturday, 9 January 2027. However, this extended opening period for the pyramid is not the same as the dates of the two markets on Fürther Freiheit. Light arches, illuminated dandelions and an eagle locomotive also add a wintry touch. There is also a model railway with 130 metres of track.

Opening hours and admission

Both Christmas markets are open daily from 10 to 21. The city also lists a food and drink stall at the traditional market, open until 21:30. Admission to both market areas is free. You can find the latest confirmed information on the official Christmas market page of the City of Fürth. Please note that the pyramid in Adenauer-Anlage has different opening dates.

Getting to Fürther Freiheit

The Fürther Freiheit bus stop is right by the market grounds. You can also reach Fürth main station by train or underground, then walk to the market in just a few minutes. For drivers, the city lists several car parks in the town centre. Find more Advent events and fairs through our Kirmestermine calendar. This way, you can combine your visit to Fürth with other events in the region.