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Christmas in Basel

All dayMünsterplatz
Recurring appointment
26.11. – 23.12.2026 | Come to Basel to experience the magic of Christmas – enjoy the atmosphere of the city’s Christmas markets and many other Christmas events.
Basel Christmas Market Münsterplatz
Basel's Christmas market is a jewel that is unrivalled anywhere else.
© Aussenbeziehungen und Standortmarketing, Foto: Bettina Matthiessen

At the end of November, a unique, festive atmosphere is created which permeates the entire city. Thousands of lights and beautifully decorated Christmas trees invite you to enjoy the evening with Christmas shopping or a stroll through the alleys. The Christmas markets on Barfüsserplatz and Münsterplatz, where handicrafts and many culinary delicacies are on sale, are a true feast for the senses.

  • Basel Christmas Market (26.11. – 23.12.2026)
  • Basler Wienachtsdorf at Theaterplatz (26.11.2026 – 03.01.2027)
  • Gässli-Märt Glaibasel (18.12. – 20.12.2026)
  • Adväntsgass (26.11. – 23.12.2026)
  • Sennehütte (26.11. – 23.12.2026)
  • Wintermarket at Bambusnest, Messe Basel
  • Advent Calendar at Theater Basel (16.12. – 29.12.2026)
  • Christmas Circus «Cirque Noël de Bâle» (16.12. – 29.12.2026)
  • Variety Show «Palazzo Colombino» (20.11.2026 – 10.01.2027)
  • Advent Concerts and Gospel Nights at Basel Minster (Basler Münster)
  • Concerts at Stadtcasino Basel
  • Zauberhöfe
  • Christmas Ferry (Weihnachtsfähre)
  • Nativity Trail (Krippenweg)
  • Wishing Tree at Rümelinsplatz
  • Harley Niggi-Näggi (05.12.2026)
  • Christmas at Haus zum Kirschgarten
  • Christmas Special at Haus zum Kindergarten (13.12.2026)

www.bs.ch/weihnachtsmarkt

www.baslerweihnacht.ch (Basel Tourismus)