19 November to 28 December 2025
Kitzbüheler Advent - Christmas Market
Christmas Market in the City Center
Kitzbühel is known far beyond its borders as a destination with tradition and extraordinary charm. During the Christmas season, Kitzbühel is transformed into a magical place where the winter fairy tale comes true against the picturesque backdrop of Kitzbühel's colorful and decorated house facades. From 18 November to 27 December 2026, the Christmas market in the Hinterstadt as well as in the Stadtpark is open to visit. Enjoy the Christmas season in Tyrol and let yourself be enchanted.
The scent of hot chestnuts and fruit punch is in the air. Childhood memories are awakened at the traditional Kitzbühel Advent. Regional delicacies and traditional handicrafts can be found at numerous lovingly decorated stalls. Mulled wine is drunk from specially designed Advent cups, while performances by local choirs and music groups provide an atmospheric setting. Storytellers and the nativity scene exhibition bring the joy of Christmas closer. There are also plenty activities for kids. Children can shorten the wait for Christmas Eve by painting christmas stars, riding the carousel, watching the St. Nicholas parade on 6 December, or visiting the magical Christkindl (Christ child) post office.
Christmas Market Attractions
Atmospheric Christmas Market
From 18 November to 27 December 2026, a Christmas magic fills the historic city center at the annual Christmas Market. Festively decorated stalls invite visitors to stroll and linger. Live music from local groups creates a contemplative mood. Those who want to warm themselves from the inside will find something at the numerous mulled wine stands, which offer the ever-popular classics as well as specialties such as mulled Uhudler. You will also find a fine selection of Christmas street food - from doughnuts to crêpes and Tyrolean delicacies, there is something for every taste.
Advent music
Traditional Christmas tunes and native sounds, which awaken memories, invite you to let the year end contemplatively. Through the musical background and the atmospheric mood, you can immerse yourself in the magic of Christmas past from childhood days and feel the glow of lights in your heart.
At the Kitzbühel Advent Market – one of the most traditional Christmas markets in Tyrol – you can enjoy live music, filling both the 750-year-old old town and the city park with festive sounds.
Christkindl Post Office
The most beautiful anticipation of Christmas for children is certainly writing the wish list to the Christ Child with all the gifts that you would like to unwrap under the tree on Christmas Eve. What could be more magical than writing and sending the wish list directly at the Christmas market? Direct delivery to the Christ Child is virtually guaranteed in this festive environment.
Like every year, this year the popular Christkindlpost from Kitzbühel Tourism will take place again. Our Kitzbühel Christkindlpost is located by the carriage in the courtyard of the district administration building. The children drop their own message to the Christ Child in the mailbox and Kitzbühel Tourism forwards it directly to the Christ Child.
Traditional craftsmanship
Traditional, romantic and atmospheric is the Christmas season in Kitzbühel, Tyrol. And what would a Christmas market be without Christmas huts where you can buy Christmas tree decorations, woolen crafts and carvings for under the Christmas tree or as souvenirs? In Kitzbühel, year after year, local and regional craftsmen present their masterpieces. And not only that - you can watch some of them at work right on the spot.
Also this year, some representatives of the craftsmanship are represented at the Kitzbühel Christmas Market. At Drechslerstube Hauser you can witness how a unique piece of work is created by master craftsmen with the highest precision and attention to detail. Throughout the year, Vitus Rieder skillfully and lovingly felts high-quality slippers so that he can showcase his handmade creations at our market during the festive season. A unique gift for your loved ones!
Charity Huts
Social and service clubs take operate the Christmas Market hut alternately, with a special focus on social responsibility, incusion and sustainability. The goal is to raise funds and support people with Handicaps. In the midst of the festively decorated downtown, the huts open their doors every weekend to welcome visitors from near and far. This special place serves not only as a meeting place for fellowship and enjoyment, but also as a platform to do good.
Christmas program for children
The Kitzbühel Christmas Market also has plenty of fun and games in store for the little ones. From children's readings with the Christmas story to a historic carousel, all child's wishes can be fulfilled here. While parents can enjoy a glass of mulled wine and pre-Christmas delicacies in an atmospheric setting, boys and girls can immerse themselves in an enchanted winter wonderland. Thanks to the sponsors, children can enjoy these activities for free on the selected days.
On 6 December, Kitzbühel blends tradition with enjoyment: the St. Nicholas parade in the park delights children. Unforgettable!
Book your accommodation now and enjoy exclusive benefits
- 2x Advent mugs and a hot drink per person | Available at the KitzShop stand at the Advent Market
- 1x 20% discount on a KitzShop product of your choice | Available at the KitzShop stand at the Advent Market
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Your arrival to Kitzbühel
Stations and parking lots
The Gamsstadt in the middle of the Kitzbühel mountains is characterized by its perfect location and easy accessibility. Whether you arrive by train or by car - enjoy the mountain world relaxed and carefree.
There are numerous, free and paid, parking lots in and around Kitzbühel, from which you can reach the historic city center on foot. The parking lots P1 and P4 are also designed for buses.
If you arrive by train, it is best to get off at the station "Zentrum - Hahnenkamm". From there you are in a few minutes walk directly in the heart of the Christmas Market.
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Kitzbühel Tourism
Do you have any questions?
The team of Kitzbühel Tourismus is happy to assist you!
ON SITE
Hinterstadt 18 | 6370 Kitzbühel
TELEPHONE
0043 5356 66660
E-MAIL
info@kitzbuehel.com
Opening hours
Monday till Friday : 9.00 am to 5.00 pm
Saturday 9.00 am to 2.00 pm