Mülheim an der Ruhr – Mülheimer Weihnachtstreff at FORUM 2026

Mülheimer Weihnachtstreff 2026 is open from Monday, 23 November, to Wednesday, 23 December 2026 on upper Schloßstraße in front of FORUM in Mülheim an der Ruhr. Mülheimer Stadtmarketing und Tourismus GmbH (MST) confirms the dates in its official calendar. It also gives the same opening hours for every day. Small stalls are set up around a festively decorated Christmas tree. You can take a relaxed break here. There is also a children's carousel, sweet treats and hot drinks. Admission to the Weihnachtstreff is free.

Mülheimer Weihnachtstreff 2026: Dates at FORUM

The Christmas village opens on Monday, 23 November, and closes on Wednesday, 23 December 2026. It is on upper Schloßstraße in central Mülheim, right by FORUM. So you can easily combine your visit with some shopping or a walk through the pedestrian zone. Unlike Mülheimer Schiffsweihnacht on Schleuseninsel, this Weihnachtstreff is open continuously over several weeks. You should also not confuse it with the Advent market in Mülheim's old town, which has its own concept and shorter opening period.

Opening hours: every day from 11 to 20

The official MST brochure for event year 2026 confirms that Mülheimer Weihnachtstreff is open daily from 11 to 20. The published overview does not list different weekend hours. The Weihnachtstreff also closes on Wednesday, 23 December, so you cannot visit on Christmas Eve. These clear opening hours make planning especially easy: you can stop by during your lunch break or while out in the city in the evening. If any stalls open at different times at short notice, the city marketing team and the operators on site can advise you.

Mülheimer Weihnachtstreff 2026: Food and atmosphere

According to the organiser, you can enjoy mulled wine, cocoa and punch, among other things. The offerings also include classics such as bratwurst, potato pancakes, crêpes and roasted almonds. Especially when it's cold, a short stop at the festively decorated stalls makes a lovely addition to your errands in the city centre. The central Christmas tree on Schloßstraße creates a festive setting. The atmosphere is deliberately smaller and more relaxed than at large Christmas markets with numerous themed areas. MST describes the market as an easy-going meeting place in the run-up to Christmas.

Children's carousel and family visits

A children's carousel is part of the confirmed offering for younger visitors. This also makes Mülheimer Weihnachtstreff suitable for a short family outing. According to the official tourist information, the outdoor site is also accessible and suitable for pushchairs. There may be a charge for the carousel. However, the organiser's information does not list a specific price. The general event description for 2026 also does not mention any scheduled performances or fireworks. We have therefore not added any unconfirmed programme details.

Admission, getting there and parking

The meeting place is on Schloßstraße in 45468 Mülheim an der Ruhr. You can easily walk from Mülheim's main railway station to the city centre. There are nearby multi-storey car parks for drivers, including the FORUM car park and Park One. The tourist information office is also at Schollenstraße 1. Admission to the Weihnachtstreff is officially free; food, drinks and carousel rides are charged separately. Find more information on the official tourism website. Our Kirmestermine calendar also lists other Christmas markets in the region.