Graz Christmas Markets 2026
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When are the Graz Christmas markets in 2026?
Graz has 14 Christmas markets in our directory. Last season most opened around 21 Nov and the last one closed on 31 Dec 2025; 1 stayed open after Christmas. All are free to enter.
Graz, Austria's second city, has a dozen Advent markets spread across its UNESCO-listed old town, from the Hauptplatz in front of the town hall to the Franziskanerviertel and the Mehlplatz. Its signature sight is the ice nativity scene (Eiskrippe), carved from blocks of ice in the arcaded Landhaus courtyard.
14Christmas markets
21 NovTypical opening (2025)
31 Dec 2025Last market closed
1Open after 25 Dec
1Ice rinks
All Christmas markets in Graz
Sorted by opening date. Dates shown are from the 2025–26 season unless 2026 dates are marked — check the official website before you go.
Advent stalls at Eisernes Tor
Arts & Crafts Market on Mehlplatz
Aufsteiren Christmas Market on Schlossberg Hill
Fridays only
Children's Advent Fair - Kleine Neutorgasse
Christmas market on Glockenspielplatz square
Christmas Market on Sudtiroler Platz
Circus Wonderlend on Mariahilferplatz square
Crafts from all over the World on Tummelplatz square
Grieskindlmarket on Nikolaiplatz square
Thurs- Sun
Handicraft market on Färberplatz square
Hauptplatz Christmas Market
Traditional Christmas Market - Franziskanerviertel
Ice Nativity in the Landhaushof Courtyard
Open after Christmas
Ice skating in Graz
Grazer Winterworld at Jahngasse
Frequently asked questions
How many Christmas markets are there in Graz?
We list 14 Christmas markets in Graz, including Advent market in the Joanneum Quarter, Advent stalls at Eisernes Tor, Arts & Crafts Market on Mehlplatz and Aufsteiren Christmas Market on Schlossberg Hill. Some are small one-day or weekend events, so check the dates on each card.
When do the Graz Christmas markets open in 2026?
In 2025 the first market, Advent market in the Joanneum Quarter, opened on 21 Nov 2025, and most were open by 21 Nov 2025. Expect similar timing in 2026: the first Sunday of Advent falls on 29 Nov 2026. Confirm on the official website before you book.
Are Graz's Christmas markets open after Christmas?
Yes — last season 1 market stayed open after 25 December, including Ice Nativity in the Landhaushof Courtyard. Most others closed on or before 23 Dec.
Are the Christmas markets in Graz free?
Yes, entry to the markets we list is free — you only pay for food, drinks and gifts. Many stalls serve mulled wine in a mug with a small deposit that you get back when you return it.