Christmas Markets in Graz & Styria

Enjoy the highlights of Advent in Graz, the capital city of Styria. Let yourself be enchanted by the romantic lights, the gleaming ice crib, the giant Rathaus Advent calendar, and the spectacular Christmas markets.

The Graz Advent markets lie within walking distance of one another and all opening times plus a calender of events can be found on the Advent in Graz website. The markets are especially magical against the backdrop of the city's Christmas lights which are lit daily from 4.30 pm until midnight. Here are just a few festive highlights.

Advent Market in Front of City Hall

As the chill of winter sets in, we huddle together for warmth. In Graz at the Advent Market in front of the city hall, there is a welcoming village of stalls, offering traditional handicrafts and wonderful treats for the body and soul. The local festive drink is "Feuerzangenbowle" - a blend of wine and rum set on fire - so no worries about keeping warm. The much-loved children's carousel will keep the kids entertained.

Where: In front of the City Hall, Hauptplatz
When: 18 November - 24 December 2023
Opening hours: Daily 10 am – 10 pm / 24 December 10 am - 2 pm

Old Town Traditional Christmas Market, Franciscan Quarter

The oldest Christmas market in Graz is to be found around the Franciscan church. Styrian handicrafts, farm-produced specialties, Punsch, and Glühwein provide heart-warming cheer here at the Old Town Traditional Christmas Market. At the entrance to the church, a nativity scene complete with real sheep, a carousel, and toys makes children's eyes light up.

Where: Franciscan church
When: 18 November - 24 December 2023
Opening hours: Daily 10 am – 10 pm / 24 December 10 am - 2 pm

Christmas Market on Glockenspielplatz

The square under the magical Glockenspiel, much loved by visitors to Graz all year round, becomes a hub of conviviality during the festive season. Alongside the unique arts and crafts for sale at the Christmas Market on Glockenspielplatz, local direct marketers and caterers offer delicacies from Styria. A wide range of handicraft demonstrations encourage young and old to join in.

Where: Glockenspielplatz Square
When: 18 November - 24 December 2023
Opening hours: 11 am – 8 pm, food stalls: 11 am – 10 pm / 24 December 10 am – 2 pm

WonderLEND on Mariahilferplatz

During the run-up to Christmas, Mariahilferplatz turns into WonderLEND, offering a big wheel, curling rink, and an opportunity to browse gifts with a low-volume, alternative musical programme as an alternative to typical, pre-Christmas bustle.

Where: Mariahilferplatz
When: 18 November - 23 December 2023
Opening hours: Monday – Friday from 4 pm – 10 pm; Saturday, Sunday 11 am – 10 pm

City Hall Advent Calendar

Experience the beautiful facade of Graz City Hall transformed into a huge, illuminated Advent Calendar at dusk.

Where: on the facade of the City Hall, Hauptplatz
When: 18 November - 24 December 2023
Opening hours: Daily from 4.30 pm – 10 pm

Ice Nativity in the Landhaushof Courtyard

Since 1996, a unique nativity scene carved out of crystal-clear ice has been displayed each year in the Landhaushof, a beautiful renaissance yard in Graz. This Ice Nativity Scene ("Ice Crib") with its life-sized figures has become a favourite attraction of the Graz Advent festivities.

Where: Landhaushof, Herrengasse
When: 25 November 2023 - 6 January 2024
Opening Hours: Daily from 6 am – 9 pm

Arts and Crafts Market on Färberplatz

The Arts and Crafts Market on Färberplatz is no longer a secret rendezvous for lovers of genuine handicrafts. Here, everyone can find top-quality wares made from cloth, clay, wood, metal, paper, wax, and glass.

Where: Färberplatz Square
When: 24 November - 23 December 2023
Opening hours: Monday - Thursday 11 am - 7 pm, Friday & Saturday 11 am - 8 pm, Sunday 12 - 6 pm

Additional Christmas Events & markets in Graz:

Advent stores At Eisernes Tor: 18 November - 23 December 2023
Arts and crafts market on the Mehlplatz: 18 November - 23 December 2023
Children's Advent Fair at Kleine Neutorgasse: 18 November - 24 December 2023
Crafts from all over the world at Tummelplatz: 18 November - 23 December 2023
Grazer Winterworld at Jahngasse, featuring a 2,500 m2 (27,000 sqft) ice skating rink: 18 November 2023 - 28 January 2024
“Aufsteirern” Christmas market on Schlossberg hill: 18 November - 17 December 2023, Friday - Sunday
Christmas market at Südtiroler Platz: 18 November - 23 December 2023
Events at the Joanneum Quarter: 18 November - 23 December 2023

Additional Christmas Events & Markets in Styria:

Bad Gleichenberg: Advent Market on the main square
Forest Christmas in Bruck an der Mur (German-language only)
Christmas Market in Fürstenfeld
Leoben: Christmas Village on Hauptplatz
Advent Time in Mariazell (German-language only)
Mountain Christmas in Schladming
Zeltweg West: Advent Time in Farrach Palace (German-language only)