The ice nativity scene in the Landhaus courtyard 2020 | © Graz Tourismus - Harry Schiffer
01. christmas­­­ markets
Christmas market on Hauptplatz square in front of the town hall | © Rene Walter

Hauptplatz

Christmas market
Traditional Christmas Market - Franziskanerviertel | © Graz Tourismus - Harry Schiffer

Franziskanerviertel

Christmas market
Aufsteirern-Advent am Schlossberg | © ivents - Erwin Scheriau

Schlossberg

Christmas market
Arts and crafts market on Mehlplatz square | © Graz Tourismus - Harry Schiffer

Mehlplatz

Christmas market
All Christmas markets at a glance
02. Chrristmas Highlights
© Foto Fischer

The ice nativity scene

Christmas Highlight
Christmas in Graz | © achtzigzehn - Hinterleitner

Advent calendar

Christmas Highlight
Christmas in Graz | © Graz Tourismus-Harry Schiffer

Advent train

Christmas Highlight
Grazer Winterwelt | © Stefan Leitner

Grazer Winterworld

Ice skating rink
All highlights in Advent at a glance
03. Events
Light Lipizzaner | © MK Illumination LUMAGICA GmbH
Top Event

Lumagica Frohnleiten

Advent
  • 11/18/2022 - 01/08/2023
Graz nativity trail | © Graz Tourismus-Harry Schiffer
Top Event

Graz nativity trail - Stempfergasse

Advent
  • 11/27/ - 12/24/2022
Office for Christmas carols | © Steirisches Volksliedwerk - Unterrainer
Top Event

Office for Christmas carols

Advent
  • 11/25/ - 12/22/2022
Event calendar

Christmas in Graz

18.11. - 24.12.2022

The seasonal glow of a multitude of lights, atmospheric Christmas markets, a life-size nativity scene made of ice, a lit Advent calendar projected onto the town hall – that is Graz during the run-up to Christmas. Experience Graz during the “5th season” and prepare to be enchanted by its unique atmosphere.

TIP: Uniquely in Austria, all Christmas markets are within easy walking distance!

Good to know

Tips for your stay in Graz during Christmas time

Traditional ”Krampus and Perchten“ procession | © Graz Tourismus - Harry Schiffer

Advent Packages

Book your stay in Graz
Advent tram | © Graz Tourismus - Werner Krug

BUSPARKINg

during Christmas time in Graz
Children’s Winterworld | © Winterwelt - Stephan Friesinger

Blog-Posts

Christmas in Graz
Grazer Winterwelt | © Simon Moestl Visualisierung

Eislaufen

in Graz
© Graz Tourismus - Harry Schiffer
Graz Tourismus - Harry Schiffer

New Year's Eve in Graz

The old year is drawing to a close and the new one is already waiting to be welcomed accordingly. Traditionally, the turn of the year is celebrated in Graz. New Year's Eve parties and balls are held in many hotels and restaurants. The last hours of the year can be enjoyed with festive gala menus - after all, Graz is Austria's gourmet capital.

New Year's Eve in Graz
Lumagica | © MK Ilumitation-LUMAGICA GmbH
MK Ilumitation-LUMAGICA GmbH

Christmas season

in the surrounding region

The word “advent” means “arrival”. It’s a time of joyful anticipation and busy preparations for Christmas. Plus, it’s a time when the Graz Region shines with special splendour. Numerous Christmassy highlights are waiting for you in an around Graz, helping you pass the time until Christmas Eve.

Advent in the surrounding region