Advent and Christmas

Contemplative times in Brixental Valley

Christmas time in Brixental Valley is something very special. When the last rays of sunshine disappear behind the mountains in the evening, the valley shines in enchanting candlelight and the sweet smell of hot chestnuts and fruit punch fills the air. Around the Brixental Valley, there are plenty of opportunities to enjoy Advent to the full and be enchanted by the Christmas spirit. Escape the stress and hectic pace of Christmas and visit one of our magical Advent markets.

Events in Brixen, Kirchberg & Westendorf

Nikolauseinzug - Brixen im Thale

Christmasmarket at the bandstand

Christmas market in Kirchberg*

Christmas markets in the surrounding area

Christkindlmarkt in der Altstadt | Christmas market in the old town| © Innsbruck Tourismus / Alexander Tolmo

Kitzbüheler Advent:

20 November to 26 December 2024

The Advent market in Kitzbühel always takes place from Wednesday to Sunday from 14:00 - 20:00, both in the Hinterstadt and in the Kitzbühel town park. Find a lovely selection of regional delicacies and traditional handicrafts at over 30 different decorated stalls. Local choirs and music groups also provide the perfect musical accompaniment.

Highlights:

- Christmas post office
- Traditional craftsmanship
- Social/club huts
- Christmas children's programme
- Live music from local groups

Verkaufsstand Weihnachtsmarkt - Region St. Johann in Tirol

St. Johanner Christmas Market:

29 November to 24 December 2024
Friday, Saturday & Sunday, from 12:00 noon

Advent traditions and culinary delights take centre stage in St. Johann during the Christmas season. As you stroll across the main square, you will be mesmerised by the tempting aromas, sweets and various drink creations. The atmospheric backdrops around the St. Johann Advent market make for contemplative moments.

Highlights:

- Advent Punch and Judy show
- Stories with legend teller Hans Pichler
- Ponies from the Zwergerl Ranch
- bread on a stick
- Christmas post office

You can find all dates HERE

Rattenberger Advent:

23 November to 21 December 2024
Friday from 16:00, Saturday from 14:00 & Sunday from 15:00

In Austria's smallest town, the emphasis is on a quiet, contemplative atmosphere with lots of candlelight, warming fireplaces and a special wine. Unlike the usual Advent markets, there arefewer stalls here. The romantic candlelight, torches and open fires make the town shine brighter in keeping with the motto ‘bringing light into the darkness’. The aim is to radiate a feeling of security.

Highlights:

- Hostel search
- Romantic Advent walk
- Anklöpfler and Weisenbläser
- Traditional customs programme
- Exhibition in the Augustinian Museum

Adventmarkt-Hall-in-Tirol-24©gerhardberger

Hall Advent Market:

22.11. to 24.12.2024

The town centre of Hall in Tirol has come up with something very special for the run-up to Christmas. The facades of the town's houses are lit up as an oversized Advent calendar during Advent. The walls of Hall's old town are decorated as a giant Advent calendar with the respective dates, making the town shine ever brighter as Christmas approaches. This gives the Advent market a unique lighting atmosphere.

Opening hours:

- Monday to Friday: 3pm to 8pm
- Saturday: 11 am to 8 pm
- Sunday: 1 pm to 8 pm

Kufstein Christmas Market:

22.11. bis 22.12.2024

In Kufstein, you can be enchanted by the Advent atmosphere in several different places. The illuminated fortress also provides a unique flair. Tyrolean culinary delights and local arts and crafts take centre stage in Kufstein's town park. At the ‘Christmas Magic’ in the fortress arena, you can take a stroll through the historic area.

Christmas market in the city park:
From 22 Nov to 22 Dec 2024
Wed to Fri 4pm to 8pm, Sat/Sun and public holidays 2pm to 8pm

Christmas magic at Kufstein Fortress:
30 Nov to 22 Dec 2024, Sat and Sun 11 a.m. to 7 p.m.

Innsbruck Mountain Christmas:

15.11. 2024 until 06.01.2025

There is not just one Advent market to explore in Innsbruck, but 7 different markets, all of which create an enchanting atmosphere. You can marvel at over 200 stalls and a crystal tree over 14 metres high. Marvel at the wonderful panoramic view from 300 metres above the city on the Hungerburg, or enjoy your punch or mulled wine directly under the golden roof at one of the 70 different stalls.

The markets:

- Christmas market on the Hungerburg
- Christmas market in Wilten
- Christmas market on Innsbruck's market square
- Christmas market Old Town
- Christmas market in St. Nikolaus
- Christmas market in Maria-Theresien Straße
- Christmas market Bergisel

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