When does the opening of the Reichsstädter Advent 2026 begin?

The opening takes place on Wednesday, November 25, 2026, at 5 PM.

Where does the opening take place?

The event location is the Spritzenhausplatz in 73430 Aalen.

What is the entrance fee?

Visiting the Reichsstädter Advent and its opening is free.

How long is the Christmas market open on the opening day?

On Wednesday, the Reichsstädter Advent is open from 11 AM to 8 PM. The festive opening begins at 5 PM.

What offerings are available at the Reichsstädter Advent?

Visitors will find traditional drinks, Christmas treats, winter goods, crafts, as well as offerings from schools, kindergartens, clubs, and local providers.

Is the event indoors or outdoors?

The opening takes place outdoors at the Spritzenhausplatz.

Aalen's Reichsstädter Advent begins: Lights, Crafts, and Regional Christmas Joy

Name: Opening of the Reichsstädter Advent 2026
Start: 2026-11-25T17:00:00+01:00
End: 2026-11-25T20:00:00+01:00
Location: Spritzenhausplatz

Opening of the Reichsstädter Advent 2026 in Aalen

On Wednesday, November 25, 2026, the Advent season begins at the Aalener Spritzenhausplatz: The Reichsstädter Advent opens its festively decorated huts and invites you to a festive opening at 5 PM. Admission is free.

Christmas market atmosphere in the heart of Aalen

Around the Spritzenhausplatz, a winter meeting point is created with lights, traditional drinks, sweet and savory treats, and seasonal goods. Between the Christmas huts unfolds a warm market atmosphere that invites you to stroll, look, and linger.

Regional diversity and heartfelt craftsmanship

Craftspeople, schools, kindergartens, clubs, and other local providers present their offerings in the municipal Christmas huts. Visitors will discover handcrafted gift ideas, decorative handicrafts, and changing products with a regional reference. Thus, the Christmas market combines shopping experience, local engagement, and lived Aalen city culture.

Festive start with music and encounters

The opening marks the start of a varied Advent program. Throughout the market period, musicians and artists provide entertainment on stage. Especially on the opening day, the focus is on coming together: families, friends, market-goers, and city visitors experience the beginning of the pre-Christmas season at the historic Spritzenhausplatz.

The Reichsstädter Advent until December 22

The Christmas market takes place from November 25 to December 22, 2026. From Sunday to Wednesday, the stalls are open from 11 AM to 8 PM, Thursdays to Saturdays from 11 AM to 9 PM. Thus, the Reichsstädter Advent offers space for relaxed shopping during the day and a special backdrop for winter encounters in the evening.

Those who appreciate regional products, seasonal specialties, craftsmanship, and festive city moments will experience a cheerful start to the Advent season at the opening. Come to the Spritzenhausplatz and discover the Reichsstädter Advent live.