See all Basel Christmas happenings this year!
Basel illuminates Christmas 2025 around Münsterplatz and the Rhine, where medieval squares host candlelit markets and festive displays. Highlights include seasonal entertainment, Christmas markets, and lively holiday nightlife, with concerts and artisan stalls filling the December evenings.
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Top Christmas Events In and Around Basel
- Basel Christmas Market
- Basler Weihnachtsmarkt
- Adventsgass in Kleinbasel
- Theater Basel Advent Calendar
- Cirque Noël de Bâle
- Mulhouse Christmas Market 2025 (Mulhouse)
- Altstaufener Weihnachtsmarkt (Staufen im Breisgau)
- The Nativity Scene of the 5 Senses (Porrentruy)
- Christmas Traditions at the Alsace Ecomuseum (Ungersheim)
- New Year's Eve in Saint-Louis (Blotzheim)
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Basel Christmas Events
Basel Christmas Markets and Shopping
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Immerse yourself in the enchanting atmosphere of the Basel Christmas Market, one of Switzerland's most celebrated holiday events. Wander through charming wooden chalets spread across Barfüsserplatz, Münsterplatz, and Claraplatz, discovering unique handmade gifts and savoring delicious seasonal treats. Admire the beautifully decorated Christmas tree on Münsterplatz and enjoy the festive ambiance.
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Basel transforms into a winter wonderland, boasting one of Europe's most beautiful Christmas markets. Explore three distinct areas—Barfüsserplatz, Münsterplatz, and Claraplatz—offering a vast array of gifts, crafts, and festive foods. Children will delight in the 'Märchenwald' with its creative workshops and puppet shows, while adults can enjoy traditional treats and a magical atmosphere.
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Experience the magic of the holidays at Adventsgass in Kleinbasel, running from November 27 to December 23, 2025. This charming event transforms Rheingasse into a festive wonderland with twinkling lights, beautifully decorated stalls, and a welcoming atmosphere. Visitors can enjoy delicious seasonal food and drinks, explore a diverse cultural program, and soak in the true Christmas spirit.
Basel Other Christmas Activities
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Theater Basel presents a unique Advent calendar experience, offering daily surprises from opera, acting, and ballet performances throughout December. Join them in the Foyer Public each evening at 5:00 PM for a free artistic treat, and contribute to a good cause as donations collected support their 'Eins mehr' program, making theater accessible to all.
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Step into a magical winter wonderland at the Cirque Noël de Bâle, Basel's premier Christmas circus. From December 16-28, 2025, the Rosentalanlage transforms into a festive spectacle. Prepare to be amazed by world-class acrobats soaring through the air and delighted by clowns bringing laughter to all ages. This seventh edition promises an unforgettable holiday experience for the whole family.
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