The Brixen Christmas Market 2026/27 runs on Cathedral Square (Domplatz) from 27 November 2026 to 6 January 2027. On Thursday 26 November the stalls already open at 4 pm, followed by the official opening at 5 pm. The market is closed on 25 December. Just around the corner, “Oops 2”, a light and music show with music by Giorgio Moroder, is projected onto the Hofburg facade from 26 November 2026 to 9 January 2027.
Brixen Christmas Market: dates and opening hours 2026/27
On Thursday 26 November 2026 the stalls open at 4 pm and the official opening is at 5 pm. According to Brixen Tourism, the market stalls are then open at these times:
- Monday to Thursday: 11 am–7 pm
- Friday to Sunday and public holidays: 10 am–7 pm
- 24 and 31 December: 10 am–4 pm (food stalls until 5:30 pm)
- 1 January: 12 noon–7 pm
- 6 January: 10 am–6 pm
- 25 December: closed
The food stalls stay open later: usually until 9 pm, and until 10 pm on 5, 12, 19 and 23 December. On 24 and 31 December they close at 5:30 pm; on New Year’s Eve they open again from 9 pm to 2 am. On 1 January they are open from 12 noon to 9 pm. Times can change, so it’s worth checking the official market page before you go.
What you’ll find on Cathedral Square
The market sits in the middle of the old town, between the cathedral, the arcades and the cafés. It is run as a “Green Event”, which means a focus on regional products, short transport routes, waste management and sustainable mobility.
The stalls sell local crafts and specialities. At the fire point, South Tyrolean dishes are cooked over an open fire, with free tastings. Around the market there is a varied Advent programme, including:
- Music: South Tyrolean bands, ensembles and choirs at the market and in the old town
- Rorate mass in Brixen Cathedral: daily at 6:30 am during Advent
- Carillon: the White Tower plays every day when the market opens
- Guided tours: themed tours of the Hofburg and Neustift Abbey
- Sunday shopping: 29 November and 6, 8, 13 and 20 December
- Via Illuminativa: an art trail through the old town, 4 December 2026 to 31 January 2027
The full calendar is in the Brixen Tourism programme.
The Light & Music Show at the Hofburg
In the evening the Hofburg facade turns into a screen. “Oops 2 – A Light and Music Show for UNICEF” tells a story through projections and music by Giorgio Moroder. Key details for 2026/27:
- Dates: 26 November 2026 to 9 January 2027
- Show times: every evening at 5:30 pm and 6:30 pm, with an extra show at 7:30 pm on Saturdays and on 6 and 7 December
- Length: about 20 minutes
- Tickets: Sunday to Thursday €13 for adults and €11 for seniors (65+); Friday, Saturday and public holidays €15 and €13. Young people aged 9–17 pay €5, children under 9 go free
- By train: €2 off with a valid DB or ÖBB train ticket (box office only)
- Access: wheelchair accessible; no dogs
For every ticket sold, €1 (€0.50 for children’s tickets) goes to the UNICEF WASH project in Zambia. Tickets and all discounts are on the official show page.
A simple plan for the afternoon: get to the square while it’s still light, wander round the stalls, then walk over to the Hofburg for the 5:30 pm show.
Getting there without stress
Brixen Tourism recommends coming by train or bus, which makes sense during Advent. If you’re staying at Seehof Nature Retreat in Natz near Brixen, Brixen station is 10 km away and Franzensfeste (Fortezza) station 9 km. The hotel offers a free shuttle to and from Franzensfeste station. All the details are on our getting here page.
After the market: Advent by the lake
After a day in the crowds on Cathedral Square, it’s good to come back somewhere quiet. Seehof Nature Retreat is a 4-star hotel in Natz near Brixen, with a private natural lake, a spa by the lake and an infinity pool. Sauna in the morning, Brixen in the afternoon, back for dinner in the evening.
Until 21 December 2026 you can book our Golden Autumn offer:
- 4–5 nights: 15% off
- 6 nights or more: 1 night free
- Arrival: any day of the week
That way you pick your own dates, for example midweek if you’d like the market a little quieter.
We are also open over Christmas and New Year. For a stay from 22 December onwards, just send us a request. Find out how we celebrate Advent by the lake on our Christmas page.
FAQ
When does the Brixen Christmas Market 2026 open?
The stalls open on Thursday 26 November 2026 at 4 pm, and the official opening is at 5 pm. The market runs until 6 January 2027.
Is the market open on Christmas Day?
No. The market is closed on 25 December. On 24 and 31 December the market stalls close at 4 pm and the food stalls at 5:30 pm.
Is the Light & Music Show free?
No, you need a ticket. Adults pay €13 from Sunday to Thursday and €15 on Fridays, Saturdays and public holidays. Children under 9 go free. All prices are on the official show page.
How far is Seehof from Brixen?
Seehof is in Natz near Brixen. Brixen station is 10 km away and Franzensfeste station 9 km, with a free shuttle from Franzensfeste to the hotel.
Do I need to book for the market?
Not for the market itself: it’s outdoors and free to enter. The Light & Music Show needs a ticket, which you can buy online or at the box office.
Your Advent near Brixen
Want to combine the Christmas market with a few quiet days? Take a look at our hotel near Brixen, with its private lake and spa. The Golden Autumn offer is valid until 21 December 2026; for Christmas and New Year, contact us directly.