Christmas Oratorio in Freiberg Cathedral
Weihnachtsoratorium im Freiberger Dom50°55′ N 13°21′ EConcertDec 5, 2026Seasonal
The Freiberg Christmas Oratorio suits anyone who wants Bach in a late-Gothic cathedral with two Silbermann organs, and it shares its day with the town's torchlight parade, so book early. Parts I to III play at 16:00 and 19:30 on Saturday 5 December 2026.
Dates and hours
- December 5, 2026Confirmedsourcechecked Oct 10, 2026
Freiberg Cathedral's choirs sing parts I to III of Bach's Christmas Oratorio BWV 248 twice on 5 December 2026. The cathedral's choirs perform with soloists Isabel Schicketanz, Ulrike Malotta, Fabian Kelly and Klaus Mertens. Tickets run in five price tiers from 13 to 27 euros.
The 16:00 performance lets you walk out to the Obermarkt in time for the 17:00 torchlight miners' parade, and the 19:30 one follows it.
Worth knowing
- Choose the 16:00 performance if you also want the 17:00 torchlight parade; the 19:30 one starts after it.
Quick answers about Christmas Oratorio in Freiberg Cathedral
When is Bach's Christmas Oratorio in Freiberg in 2026?
Freiberg Cathedral performs parts I to III of Bach's Christmas Oratorio on Saturday 5 December 2026 at 16:00 and 19:30. Tickets cost from 13 to 27 euros, plus 2 euros at the door.
What are the opening hours of Christmas Oratorio in Freiberg Cathedral?
Christmas Oratorio in Freiberg Cathedral is open two performances on 5 December 2026, at 16:00 and 19:30.
How much does Christmas Oratorio in Freiberg Cathedral cost?
Prices at Christmas Oratorio in Freiberg Cathedral start at €13 per person (2026).