Festivals & Events in Nuremberg

Practical travel guide for Nuremberg, Germany

Festivals & Events in Nuremberg

Annual Events & Festivals

Nuremberg Christkindlesmarkt (November-December): Germany's oldest and most famous Christmas market with 180+ wooden stalls, handcrafted ornaments, roasted almonds, mulled wine, attracting millions of visitors. Truly magical transformation of city squares into winter wonderland.

Bardentreffen is held in summer; the 2026 festival ran July 30–August 2: International street music festival filling old town with musicians from worldwide cultures, free performances in squares and streets.

Nürnberg Marathon (September): International marathon through city and surrounding region, festive atmosphere with cheering crowds.

The 2026 Altstadtfest ran September 16–October 4: Historic old town festival celebrating local culture, food, music, traditional crafts in city streets.

New Year's Eve Celebrations: Special events, fireworks displays, festive gatherings in main squares, parties throughout city.

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