Christmas market on Hauptplatz square in front of the town hall | © Graz Tourismus - Rene Walter

01. christmas­­­ markets

© Robert Maybach

Hauptplatz

Christmas market
Christmas market on Glockenspielplatz square | © Graz Tourismus - Harry Schiffer

Glockenspielplatz

Christmas market
Traditional Christmas Market - Franziskanerviertel | © Graz Tourismus - Harry Schiffer

Franziskanerviertel

Christmas market
Children’s Advent fair - Kleine Neutorgasse | © Graz Tourismus-Harry Schiffer

Kleine Neutorgasse

Children's Christmas market
All Christmas markets at a glance

02. Chrristmas Highlights

Grazer Winterwelt | © Simon Möstl

Grazer Winterworld

Ice skating rink
The ice nativity scene in the Landhaus courtyard in Graz | © Region Graz - Harry Schiffer

The ice nativity scene

in the Landhaus courtyard
Graz nativity trail | © Graz Tourismus-Harry Schiffer

Graz nativity trail - Stempfergasse

Christmas in Graz | © Graz Tourismus - Mias Photoart

Photo points

during Advent in Graz
All highlights in Advent at a glance

03. Events

Grazer Winterwelt | © Simon Möstl
Top Event

Graz Winter World I Ice skating rink

Advent | Kids | market | Sport & Recreation
  • 11/15/2025 - 02/01/2026
Christmas market on Hauptplatz square in front of the town hall | © Graz Tourismus - Rene Walter
Top Event

Christmas tree lighting-up ceremony

Advent
  • 11/29/2025
© Andy Phillipson
Top Event

Cirque Noël Graz

Special Event | Advent
  • 12/19/2025 - 01/06/2026
Click here for the event calendar

Christmas in Graz 2025

The Graz Christmas markets take place from 11/21 to 12/24/2025

The seasonal glow of a multitude of lights, atmospheric Christmas markets, a life-size nativity scene made of ice, a lit Advent calendar projected onto the town hall – that is Graz during the run-up to Christmas. Experience Graz during the “5th season” and prepare to be enchanted by its unique atmosphere.

TIP: Uniquely in Austria, all Christmas markets are within easy walking distance!

Good to know

Tips for your stay in Graz during Christmas time

Advent-Bim | © Graz Tourismus - Harry Schiffer

BUSPARKINg

during Christmas time in Graz
Christmas in Graz | © Region Graz - Robert Maybach (RBMH)

Download: Brochures

Modern tourist information center with creative design and services. | © Graz Tourismus - Harry Schiffer

Tourist Information Graz Region

Opening hours
Brilliant year’s end of superlatives in Graz | © Graz Tourismus - Harry Schiffer
Graz Tourismus - Harry Schiffer

New Year's Eve in Graz

The old year is drawing to a close and the new one is already waiting to be welcomed accordingly. Traditionally, the turn of the year is celebrated in Graz. New Year's Eve parties and balls are held in many hotels and restaurants. The last hours of the year can be enjoyed with festive gala menus - after all, Graz is Austria's gourmet capital.

Spend New Year's Eve in Graz
Advent Frohnleiten | © Region Graz - Harry Schiffer
Region Graz - Harry Schiffer

Christmas season

in the surrounding region

The word “advent” means “arrival”. It’s a time of joyful anticipation and busy preparations for Christmas. Plus, it’s a time when the Graz Region shines with special splendour. Numerous Christmassy highlights are waiting for you in an around Graz, helping you pass the time until Christmas Eve.

More information about Advent in the surrounding region