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KREATIVMARKT (ARTS AND CRAFTS MARKET)
NOV. 16, 1–6 P.M./NOV. 17 11 A.M.–6 P.M.,
CONGRESS CENTER RAMSTEIN
A pre-Christmas creative exhibition will take place at Congress Center Ramstein. Over 70 exhibitors will offer a colorful range of creative options to visitors. Wood, jewelry, glass, a variety of textile design options, ceramics for home and garden, metal, bookbinding and many other trades will be represented. In workshops visitors can watch exhibitors at their stands, Christa Koch will offer hand-dyed yarns and demonstrate skills on the spinning wheel and a floristry workshop will also take place. The scent of cinnamon wafers and Christmas-decorated stands will swing visitors into the holiday season, and a cafeteria awaits you with coffee and homemade cakes. A richly stocked raffle will round off the offer, while the proceeds from the raffle will be donated to charity.
WELT DER DINOSAURIER (WORLD OF DINOSAURS)
NOV. 16, 1–6 P.M./NOV. 17, 10 A.M.–6 P.M., BURGHERRENHALLE, HOHENECKEN
Immerse yourself into a fascinating world of dinosaurs and prehistoric creatures! Experience realistic and fully movable dinosaur models, informative displays and exciting films about life in prehistoric times. Children can romp around on themed bouncy castles and ride moving dinosaur figures. An exciting live show for young and old with dinosaur costumes brings you up close to the prehistoric world. Perfect for families and dinosaur enthusiasts, this event combines fun and education in a unique way.
VOLKSTRAUERTAG (NATIONAL DAY OF MOURNING)
NOV. 17, GERMANY-WIDE
Sunday, Nov. 17 is observed as the National Day of Mourning in commemoration of members of the armed forces of all nations and civilians who died in armed conflicts. Ceremonies take place at cemeteries with U.S. Army and Air Force leaders laying wreaths.
EARLY CHRISTMAS/WINTER MARKETS
VARIOUS LOCATIONS NEAR KMC
Legendary German Christmas markets! Picture fairy lights twinkling against the night sky, the aroma of Glühwein wafting through the air, and charming wooden stalls brimming with handmade ornaments, festive treats, and unique gifts.
Stay tuned for a full list of Christmas Markets in the Nov. 29 edition.
If you can’t wait for the beginning of the season, these markets open early:
- Ludwigshafen Winter Market Nov. 8–Dec. 23
- Weilerbach Winter World Nov. 13–15
- Saarbrücken Nov. 20–Dec. 23
- Worms Nov. 20–Dec. 22
- Kaiserslautern Nov. 21–Dec. 23, Dec. 27–30
- Luxembourg City Nov. 22–Jan. 1, 2025
- Traben-Trarbach/Underground Nov. 22–Jan. 1, 2025 (Fri-Sun)
LICHTERZAUBER SAARSCHLEIFE
NOV. 30–JAN. 12, CLOEF ATRIUM/METTLACH
The Baumwipfelpfad (tree top path) at Saarschleife/Atrium in Cloef will be illuminated in white and will turn the whole surroundings into winter wonderland. Visitors can expect unforgettable evening walks filled with magic and a few surprises along the route. You may encounter small animals in the rays of light and be enchanted into a mystic atmosphere. Don’t miss out on this spectacular event until Jan 12.
ADVENTMARKT/UMZUG
NOV. 30, 12–6:30 P.M., CITY CENTER, ZELL/MOSELLE
The Advent season in picturesque wine town Zell starts on Nov. 30. The charming Advent market around the market square and in the town hall cellar will open its doors at noon and invites you to stroll and shop. Exhibitors will present a diverse range of handicrafts, decorative items and lovingly handcrafted holiday gifts and the Till E. House will also welcome visitors in its festively decorated garden. Advent magic awaits you here with mulled wine, sausages and seasonal music. At 3:30 p.m. Nikolaus will visit the market with surprises for children. Georg Wenker will creative festive atmosphere with “Rocking Christmas” starting at 4:00 p.m. and the highlight of the day, a popular fairytale parade, will roll through town starting at 5:30 p.m. The beautifully illuminated groups and floats will take visitors into the magical world of fairytales.
WINTER AT THE ZOO
DEC. 1–24, 10 A.M.–1 P.M., ZOO SIEGELBACH
The zoo at Siegelbach is offering a living nativity scene for young (and older) children. Come out and enjoy the stable and its inhabitants. On Dec. 6 St. Nicholas will also visit the zoo from 3:00 – 4:00 p.m. with surprises for children.
CHRISTMAS LIGHTS
DEC. 15, 5 P.M., ABTEIKIRCHE, OTTERBERG
Christmas Lights” includes a multitude of well-known and sometimes centuries-old German favorites, whereby the latter some develop into a new world of sound within a collage of different compositions. Well-known melodies and texts also encounter new musical discoveries and prove how versatile Christmas music, and the ensemble Calmus can be: contemplative, jubilant, witty, pompous, melancholic or simple. The concert will take you into the musical tradition of other countries, breaking not only regional but also stylistic boundaries. From Renaissance chorales, such as Johann Walter’s “Joseph, dear Joseph mine”, to complex jazz arrangements by Jamie Cullum and the eponymous pop classic “Christmas Lights” by Coldplay. Tickets at Tourist-Information, Otterberg, or www.reservix.de.
CENTRAL PARK BAND — A TRIBUTE TO SIMON & GARFUNKEL
DEC. 21, 8 P.M., FRUCHTHALLE, KAISERSLAUTERN
35 years ago, on September 19, 1981, the sensation was perfect. The Simon & Garfunkel reunion concert in Central Park in New York. It was intended to set an example for the preservation of the park and became one of the biggest concerts of all times with around 500,000 spectators. The Central Park Band has been bringing unforgettable songs of this evening and the feeling of that time to the stage for 25 years: Sounds Of Silence, The Boxer, Mrs. Robinson, Bridge Over Troubled Water, Scarborough Fair… Two voices that harmonize perfectly, acoustic guitars that support this soulfully, songs between folk and pop that have written music history: Mrs. Robinson, Homeward Bound, The Boxer. A magical moment – when an entire hall or marketplace joins in the chorus of “Bridge over troubled water.” Tickets at: https://tickets.kunstgriff-event.de/produkt/2024-centralparkband/
CHRISTMAS DAYS
DEC. 25–26, GERMANY-WIDE
Both Dec. 25 and 26 are public holidays with all shops and offices closed. The same is true for most European countries. Many stores may also close early on Dec. 24 in preparation of Christmas Eve.
NEW YEAR’S DAY
JAN. 1, 2025, GERMANY-WIDE
Jan. 1 is considered a public holiday with all shops and offices closed, including Germany’s neighboring countries. Some stores and/or offices may also close early on Dec. 31 in preparation of New Year’s Eve.
