Siegen – Siegener Christmas Market 2026

Siegener Christmas Market 2026 takes place from Friday, 20 November, to Wednesday, 23 December 2026 at several locations in Siegen city centre. From Kölner Straße across Sieguferbrücke to Unteres Schloss, a festively lit Christmas world awaits you, with arts and crafts and winter specialities. There is also an ice rink covering around 400 square metres at Unteres Schloss, music performances and family activities. The City of Siegen and the organiser confirm the dates. Please note that opening hours vary between the different market areas.

Siegener Christmas Market 2026: Dates and market areas

The main event starts on Friday, 20 November, and ends on Wednesday, 23 December 2026. The market areas include Unteres Schloss and Kölner Straße with Sieguferbrücke. There is also the Christmas season in Krönchendorf at Fissmer-Anlage by Nikolaikirche. However, this is only open on Advent weekends until 20 December. Winterzauber at Sieg Carré starts on 18 November and runs until 3 January 2027. It has different dates, so it is not simply part of the general 20 November event. This listing focuses on the main areas.

Opening hours at Unteres Schloss and Kölner Straße

At Unteres Schloss, the Christmas market is open Monday to Friday from 16 to 22. On Saturdays, it opens at 11 and closes at 22. On Sundays, the hours are 11 to 20. Along Kölner Straße and Sieguferbrücke, however, the stalls are open Monday to Saturday from 11 to 22, and on Sundays from 11 to 20. So if you are visiting on a weekday afternoon, start at Kölner Straße. All market areas are closed on Totensonntag, Sunday, 22 November. The official visitor information lists an exception for Wednesday, 23 December, when the market is open until 23.

Siegener Christmas Market 2026: Ice skating and Christmas stalls

The square at Unteres Schloss has a real ice rink covering around 400 square metres. You can also hire skates or use skating aids here. However, using the rink costs extra and is weather-dependent. There are also numerous huts with Christmas decorations, handmade gift ideas and food and drink. For example, you can browse woollen goods, candles and Christmas decorations, or warm up with a hot drink. The organiser also describes the lighting around the castle as a special attraction for an evening visit.

Stage programme, St Nicholas and Krönchendorf

For the 2026 season, regional bands, choirs and other music groups are announced. There are also walking acts and craft activities for families. St Nicholas is due to visit the Christmas market on Sunday, 6 December. The general official information does not give an exact time for this appearance, so no time is stated here. Krönchendorf is also open on Advent weekends: Fridays from 16 to 22, Saturdays from 13 to 22 and Sundays from 13 to 20. This additional offer ends on Sunday, 20 December. It is also closed on Totensonntag.

Admission, getting there and visitor information

You can reach the market in Siegen city centre, around Kölner Straße and Unteres Schloss, in 57072 Siegen. The city publishes an overview of the different market areas and their opening times. According to the organiser's general information, admission to the Christmas market is usually free. Ice skating, skate hire and food and drink, however, incur separate charges. For exact opening times and possible changes, visit the official Siegener Christmas Market website or the City of Siegen. Find even more events in the Kirmestermine calendar.