Dachau – Dachauer Christkindlmarkt 2026
What to expect
The Dachauer Christkindlmarkt 2026 is open from Friday, 20 November, to Wednesday, 23 December 2026, in front of the town hall in Dachau's old town. The market is also very close to Dachau Palace. It is organised by the Christkindlmarkt Dachau e.V. association.
Dates and opening times for Dachauer Christkindlmarkt 2026
The market is open from 15 to 20.30 on weekdays. At weekends, you can browse from as early as 12, and it stays open until 20.30. According to the organisers, the market takes place “in all weathers”. The Christkindlmarkt is also open on Remembrance Sunday, 22 November; the city's Advent market also takes place in the town centre that day.
Rathausplatz, town hall terraces and artists' market
The stalls are on Rathausplatz and the lower town hall terrace. There is also an artists' market featuring arts and crafts on the rear town hall terrace, but only from Friday to Sunday. You can also enjoy treats such as roasted chestnuts and hot drinks. The organisers do not state how many stalls there are.
Bavaria's largest Advent calendar
The market's signature feature is a huge Advent calendar measuring around 300 square metres. According to the organisers, it is the largest in Bavaria to date. As a result, there is a prize draw every day from 1 to 23 December at 19. You can buy tickets directly at the market; check the official website for the current ticket price.
Programme: opening, St Nicholas and live music
On 20 November, the Knabenkapelle Dachau accompanies the angel procession through the old town from 16. The mayor then opens the market at 16.30. On Sunday, 6 December, St Nicholas arrives with angels and Kramperln at 15. Bands, choirs and brass bands also perform on many evenings, including Blaskapelle Schönbrunn and the Sinfonisches Blasorchester der Stadtkapelle Dachau. You can find all the dates in the programme below.
Getting to Dachauer Christkindlmarkt 2026
You can reach the old town by car, bus, train or on foot. Take the S-Bahn or train to Dachau station, then take a bus or walk uphill to the old town. The official websites do not state an admission price. For more information, visit the official Christkindlmarkt website.
The Dachauer Volksfest is also well worth a visit in summer. Find more markets in the region in our overview of Christmas markets.
Highlights at a glance
What Dachauer Christkindlmarkt has to offer
- Opening / ceremonial keg tapping
- Live music / stage programme
- Visit from St Nicholas, Father Christmas or the Christ Child
- Living Advent calendar
- Arts and crafts
More to experience in Dachau
AdvertisingProgramme & dates
- Fri20NovAngel procession through the old town16:00 – 17:00Accompanied by the Knabenkapelle Dachau
- Fri20NovOpening of the Christkindlmarkt16:30 – 17:00By the mayor of the town of Dachau, concert by the Knabenkapelle Dachau
- Sat21NovJan Wannemacher18:00 – 18:45
- Mon23NovCoco Nut´s18:00 – 19:45
- Tue24NovCoco Nut´s18:00 – 19:45
- Wed25NovGlonntal Bixn
- Thu26NovTina's Rock'n'Pop Christmashits
- Fri27NovLamettamusik Stefania Lerchl & Alto Holzmüller
- Sat28NovBobbie Blond
- Sun29NovFlamenco with Miriam La Gitana
- Mon30NovGiulio
- Tue1DecHebertshauser Vierklang
- Tue1DecAdvent calendar prize draw19:00Every day from 1 to 23 December at 19
- Wed2DecSleyna und der Bär
- Thu3DecCHORANGE
- Fri4DecTina's Rock'n'Pop Christmashits
- Sat5DecBlaskapelle Schönbrunn
- Sun6Decdame bube krass
- Sun6DecSt Nicholas with angels and Kramperln15:00 – 16:00
- Mon7DecKontra-Brass
- Tue8DecSymphonic Wind Orchestra of the Dachau Town Band19:15 – 19:45
Getting there & services
Train/bus: Take the S-Bahn or train to Dachau station, then continue by bus or on foot to the old town
Car: Drive to the old town (Konrad-Adenauer-Straße 2, 85221 Dachau)
- Good public transport links / special services
Frequently asked questions
When is the Dachauer Christkindlmarkt 2026?
The market runs from Friday, 20 November to Wednesday, 23 December 2026.
What are the opening hours?
Monday to Friday from 15 to 20.30, Saturday and Sunday from 12 to 20.30. The artists' market on the rear Rathaus terrace is open only from Friday to Sunday.
When does the market open?
On Friday, 20 November 2026, at 16.30 o’clock, by the Lord Mayor. From 16 o’clock, the procession of angels with the Dachau boys’ band makes its way through the old town.
When does St Nicholas arrive?
On Sunday, 6 December 2026, from 15 to 16, with his angels and Krampuses.
What is the Advent calendar all about?
According to the organiser, the Advent calendar, covering around 300 square metres, is the largest in Bavaria. From 1 to 23 December, there is a prize draw every day at 19.
Where exactly is the market?
In front of the town hall in Dachau's old town, on Rathausplatz and the town hall terraces (Konrad-Adenauer-Straße 2, 85221 Dachau).
Is the market open on Totensonntag?
Yes, the Christmas market is open on Sunday, 22 November 2026.
