Stuttgart Christmas Market opening
Eröffnung des Stuttgarter Weihnachtsmarkts48°47′ N 9°11′ EOpening ceremonyNov 25, 2026Seasonal
The opening suits anyone in Stuttgart on the first night who likes a ceremony in a handsome setting, because it takes place in the arcaded Renaissance courtyard of the Altes Schloss. The courtyard is small next to the crowds the market draws, so arrive well before the start.
The Christmas concert series that follows uses the same courtyard on almost every evening of the market, so a later night works if you miss the opening. Watch the organizer's news page in November for the 2026 time and programme.
Worth knowing
- Get into the courtyard early and stand under the arcades if it rains.
Quick answers about Stuttgart Christmas Market opening
When is Stuttgart Christmas Market opening?
Stuttgart Christmas Market opening takes place the market opens with a ceremony in the arcaded Renaissance courtyard of the Altes Schloss on its first evening. In 2025 it began at 18:00, an hour after the stalls opened. The next dates we have are November 25, 2026, announced.