Waldkirch – Christmas market at Elztalmuseum 2026

Weihnachtsmarkt im Elztalmuseum 2026 takes place in Waldkirch from Thursday, 12 November, to Sunday, 15 November 2026. For four days, the historic Elztalmuseum is transformed into an indoor Christmas market featuring regional handicrafts, food and drink, and a varied cultural programme.

Christmas market at Elztalmuseum 2026: location and atmosphere

You’ll find the market at Elztalmuseum, Kirchplatz 14, in Waldkirch. Unlike a typical Christmas market in an open square, this event takes place inside the museum building. The historic rooms provide a setting for a pre-Christmas stroll. According to the City of Waldkirch, around 35 exhibitors from the region present arts and crafts, creative gift ideas, antique pieces and small treats. You can browse the stalls at your leisure and get a feel for the museum too.

Arts and crafts and food and drink

The range is tailored to the Advent season. Alongside handmade items, you’ll find various regional products and food and drink. A visit is therefore especially suited to people looking for special Christmas gifts or who appreciate the combination of a museum and a market. On the opening evening, the volunteer café team offers sparkling wine and finger food. You can find out which individual stalls are represented this year at the venue or from the museum.

Programme at the Christmas market at Elztalmuseum 2026

The event opens on Thursday at 18 with a performance by Saxofonensemble Oberes Elztal. Over the following days, there will be performances, theatre, dance and museum tours. Friday’s programme includes a performance by Bächlechor, as well as jazz musician Wim Mauthe. On Saturday, you can enjoy an open museum workshop and a performance by the ballet studio, among other things. On Sunday, you can also experience music and other activities at the museum. The exact programme and times are published by Elztalmuseum on its official events page.

A festive visit with children

A Christmas elf trail through the permanent exhibition has been announced for families. You’ll help the elf Moosbert Munkel find lost sparkling stones. Creative activities are also planned for the weekend. On Sunday, there will be face painting for children and stories from the crank-operated suitcase theatre. So the market offers not only stalls, but also activities for younger visitors.

Admission, opening times and planning

The market opens on Thursday at 18 and closes that day at 21. On Friday and Saturday, it is open from 13 to 19; on Sunday, from 11 to 18. According to the City of Waldkirch, a day ticket costs 6 euros and a two-day ticket 10 euros. Please note that you need a market ticket; the usual arrangements for other Christmas markets do not automatically apply. For information about any other discounts, it’s best to contact the museum directly.

More funfair and Christmas market dates

If you’d like to combine your visit with other trips in the region, you’ll find more events in the funfair dates calendar. Check the museum’s official website again before travelling, as individual programme items may be changed at short notice. This way, you’ll have the latest information for your museum visit.