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Christmas Market at Alexanderplatz 

Classics are classics, and in such a season where tradition plays a pivotal role, visiting the Christmas Market at Alexanderplatz becomes almost essential. Infusing the view of Berlin’s iconic Radio Tower with 100 stalls of craftsmanship, gastronomy, and more, the venue is an open invitation to channel the Christmas spirit in every manner.

As one of the most preferred Christmas Markets in Berlin by tourists, at Alexanderplatz, be ready to mingle with the crowd and the dynamism. While you enjoy your mulled wine and Thuringian bratwurst or visit the largest Erzgebirge Pyramid of Europe at the venue, your children will definitely ask for a ride on the carousel. Entrance is free, the market is open till December 26th, and is perfect for the ones who want to remember Christmas 2025 being full of energy!

LGBTQIA Winterdays at Nollendorfplatz

If Christmas equals glamour to you, then Berlin has a perfect destination to combine both: The LGBTQIA Winterdays is located at a small yet compact venue, right under the Nollendorfplatz U-Bahn station. In solidarity with the marginalized groups, and surely, the queer community of Berlin, this Christmas Market is made up of various thematic stalls.

From traditional mulled wine and sausages to sexy t-shirts, cocktail corners, and delicious vegan and vegetarian food options, the market combines the traditional Weichnachtsmarkt experience with an inclusive, colorful lens of vibrancy. The venue also hosts daily performances in parallel with queer performance art and culture. At LGBTQIA Winterdays, not only is the entrance free, but also being comfortable in your skin is! 

WeihnachtsZauber at Gendarmenmarkt

Great news for the foodies: Let this Christmas be an ode to the culinary arts by taking a visit to the Christmas Market at Gendarmenmarkt. Although several handmade artworks and mesmerizing shows from concerts to ballet performances define the venue as much as food does, still, this Christmas Market is the ultimate destination for going on a journey of different tastes.

Offering a wide range of options, such as Italian, German, Swiss, Japanese, and French cuisines, WeihnachtsZauber at Gendarmenmarkt do host a great variety of bars, too. The entrance is €2 only but as an important notice, many restaurants expect reservations. Do your bookings, experience the magical spirit, and discover even more magical gastronomical heights there! Open till December 31st, yet to be remembered forever. 

Stranger Things - Hawkins Christmas Market 

Want to go for a change from traditional settings this Christmas? Berlin got you covered. Inspired by the famous Netflix series Stranger Things, The Hawkins Christmas Market near Zoo Palast will take you to the fictional town of Hawkins. Adding an entertaining layer on the usual Weichnachtsmarkt concept, this Stranger Things version offers a bunch of the series’ merch products, selfie corners with Demogorgons, and even Demogorgon-themed waffles.

Alongside the classic Christmas Market aesthetics, the back-to-80s vibe here will definitely take you on a trip that you’ll be thinking about for a few days. Bonus points? Definitely an Instagrammable option. 

Lucia Weihnachtsmarkt 

Bringing the Scandinavian magic alongside the Christmas Lights, Lucia Weihnachtsmarkt at Prenzlauer Berg is dedicated to the mythical figure Lucia, who brings the light into the dark winters, radiating hope and warmth. In parallel with this dedication, this Christmas Market celebrates the gathering of German and Swedish cultures through choirs singing in both languages, and stalls offering food from both

cuisines. Various installations for children, like letter writing corners, small castles, or star-shaped stairs are present, while parents are welcomed to enjoy mulled wine options from various Scandinavian countries. In short, Lucia is all about warmth and exploration – and for the lovers of Nordic food, it is a must-visit. 

Heissa Holzmarkt 

The village of artistic expression, Holzmarkt, transforms into a winter festival for this very special season: Presenting a great variety of food from Bavarian to Japanese, and beyond; it is an effortlessly fulfilling experience to get there and have a glass of mulled wine next to the campfire. Right next to the Spree, while you are watching the incredible view of Berlin, your children can discover super interesting activation areas, such as an interactive circus or a baking atelier. Last but not least, the shopping experience is perfectly comprehensive: From high-quality honey to handmade jewelry, Holzmarkt offers you a 360-degree Christmas Market experience. 

It is definitely not easy to highlight a few when all the city is surrounded by Christmas Markets that shine their own light, and offer a million different experiences. As the festive season arrives, it becomes vital to remember the overall theme of Christmas to celebrate it perfectly – wherever you are, whomever you are with, and of course, whichever market you prefer to visit; it is always the priority to radiate the warmth of love. Eat, drink, shop, and dance; but furthermore, create new memories with the loved ones that will last forever, just like the experiences that these Markets do offer. Merry Christmas from Team The Columbist!