Berner Sternenmarkt
Card onlyOpen after ChristmasOpens early
Bern Christmas Markets 2026
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When are the Bern Christmas markets in 2026?
Bern has 4 Christmas markets in our directory. Last season most opened around 29 Nov and the last one closed on 3 Jan 2026; 2 stayed open after Christmas. All are free to enter.
Switzerland's capital has Christmas markets on Münsterplatz beneath the cathedral and on Waisenhausplatz, linked by the arcaded streets of the UNESCO-listed old town.
4Christmas markets
29 NovTypical opening (2025)
3 Jan 2026Last market closed
2Open after 25 Dec
All Christmas markets in Bern
Sorted by opening date. Dates shown are from the 2025–26 season unless 2026 dates are marked — check the official website before you go.
Weihnachtsmarkt am Waisenhausplatz
Open into January
Minster Terrace Artisan's Market
Advent Sat & Suns
Weihnachtsmarkt Münsterplatz, Bern
Frequently asked questions
How many Christmas markets are there in Bern?
We list 4 Christmas markets in Bern, including Berner Sternenmarkt, Weihnachtsmarkt am Waisenhausplatz, Minster Terrace Artisan's Market and Weihnachtsmarkt Münsterplatz, Bern. Some are small one-day or weekend events, so check the dates on each card.
When do the Bern Christmas markets open in 2026?
In 2025 the first market, Berner Sternenmarkt, opened on 20 Nov 2025, and most were open by 29 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 Bern's Christmas markets open after Christmas?
Yes — last season 2 markets stayed open after 25 December, including Berner Sternenmarkt and Weihnachtsmarkt am Waisenhausplatz. Most others closed on or before 28 Dec.
Are the Christmas markets in Bern 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.