Traditional Markets and Authentic Festivals

There are always reasons for celebrating and meeting up with friends and spending time together. The city of Nuremberg offers the opportunity of visiting traditional markets and authentic festivals all the year round.

Immerse yourself into the world of markets and festivals and come under the spell of the special flair of these events. We have put together for you the most important dates here on this page.

Overview Festivals & Markets

Mehrere Stapel runder Lebkuchen mit unterschiedlichen Glasuren und Dekorationen

Nuremberg Gingerbread Market

29 October - 7 November

From 29 October to 7 November, the Nuremberg Gingerbread Market invites you to enjoy a delightful visit. Along the ‘Gingerbread Mile’ between Ludwigsplatz and Hefnersplatz, twelve stalls showcase handcrafted gingerbread made by Nuremberg’s gingerbread bakers.

Nächtlicher Blick über den beleuchteten Nürnberger Christkindlesmarkt mit seinen rot-weiß gestreiften Buden, dem Schönen Brunnen und der festlich erstrahlten Fassade des Rathauses im Hintergrund.

The Nuremberg Christkindlesmarkt

November 27 - December 24, 2026

The enticing aroma of gingerbread, mulled wine and grilled sausage hangs in the air at the Nuremberg Christkindlesmarkt. First mentioned in 1678, its roots probably go back to the time of Luther, when the tradition of giving children presents at Christmas evolved. Ever since then traditional wares such as handmade Christmas decorations and…

Easter Market

March 12 - 29, 2027

The Easter Market on Nuremberg’s Main Market Square is the first market event of the year and has a long tradition in Nuremberg – it is the oldest market in the city.

Nürnberger Volksfeste (Nuremberg Folk Festivals)

Spring Fair: March 27 - April 18, 2027

Autumn Fair: August 27 - September 12, 2027

The fairs in Nuremberg are a traditional part of the local culture. Here, you can experience typical Franconian traditions. The Nuremberg Spring and Autumn Fairs are the second-largest in Bavaria and draw up to 2 million visitors to the fairgrounds on the Dutzendteich Lake.

Nürnberger Trempelmarkt (Nuremberg Flea Market)

May 7-8, 2027

September 10-11, 2027

Twice a year, the Nuremberg "Trempelmarkt" transforms the Old Town into a gigantic flea market which attracts both collectors and the curious.

Ein Riesenrad dreht sich unter blauem Himmel hinter einer wehenden roten Werbefahne der Spezialitätenbrauerei Steinbach Bräu Erlangen auf der Bergkirchweih.

Erlanger Bergkirchweih

May 13 - 24, 2027

They have been celebrating their "Bergkirchweih" for over 250 years and, of course, a special festival beer, the "Bergbier" is part of that wonderful tradition.

A bird's-eye view of the Franconian Beer Festival in Nuremberg's moat. Numerous visitors sit at beer tables under colorful umbrellas between the historic fortress walls, while the Imperial Castle towers in the background against a blue sky.

Fränkisches Bierfest (Franconian Beer Festival)

Planned for May 26-30, 2027

The Franconian Beer Festival takes place in the wonderful atmosphere of the Nuremberg castle moat. Forty local breweries serve more than 100 delicious types of beer.

Menschenmenge unter grünen Sonnenschirmen vor der Jakobskirche beim Weinfest in Nürnberg bei Tageslicht

Nürnberger Weinfest

Voraussichtlich Juli 2027

DasNürnberger Weinfest lädt auf den Jakobsplatz ein. An zwölf Veranstaltungstagen erwartet die Besucher bei freiem Eintritt eine genussvolle Mischung aus fränkischen Weinen, abwechslungsreicher Gastronomie und stimmungsvoller Live-Musik von der Weinfestbühne.

La Festa Italiana

August 2027

Nürnbergs italienische Tage für die ganze Familie auf der "Sommerinsel Schütt"

Autumn Market

September 16 - October 3, 2027

In the middle of September, at the same time as the Nuremberg Old Town Festival, the Autumn Market begins. In addition to a wide offering of goods, there is plenty to eat and drink. Seasonal specialties such as new wine and onion tart are a must!