Advent market in Graz | © Graz Tourismus | Rene Walter Advent market in Graz | © Graz Tourismus | Rene Walter
Christmassy highlights are waiting for you

Christmas Season

The word “advent” means “arrival”. It’s a time of joyful anticipation and busy preparations for Christmas. Plus, it’s a time when the Graz Region shines with special splendour.

Numerous Christmassy highlights are waiting for you in an around Graz, helping you pass the time until Christmas Eve.

CITY IN THE BLAZE OF LIGHT

ADVENT IN GRAZ

As early as mid-November, the provincial capital of Graz becomes a Christmas wonderland with many attractions. Among others, the following Christmas highlights attract visitors to the romantic alleys: The old town of Graz is romantic - especially when it is illuminated in atmospheric Christmas lights, as in Herrengasse. But why are the Christmas trees hanging upside down in Stempfergasse? Artist Werner Stadler explains: If the trees were hung "correctly," you would only see the trunk and the large branches from below. An idea that is as unusual as it is effective - and one that you should definitely see for yourself! The facade of the town hall shines as a giant Advent calendar in the most colorful colors. If you like Christmas markets, you will love the GenussHauptstadt in the run-up to Christmas! A variety of Christmas markets invite you to stroll and linger - all of them within easy walking distance.

Selfie-Spot in Herrengasse Graz
Selfie-Spot in Graz | © Graz Tourismus | Harry Schiffer
Advent in Graz
Advent in Graz | © Graz Tourismus | Harry Schiffer
Advent in Graz
Advent in Graz | © Graz Tourismus | Harry Schiffer

ADvent in The Graz Region 

The surrounding area of Graz also sparkles and glitters: the nativity scene exhibition at Rein Abbey is a special experience. The winter magic and Christmas market at Rabenstein Castle promises a romantic atmosphere. The life-size wooden nativity scene in Laßnitzhöhe, which shines year after year in the spa gardens, is impressive.

Special crafts and regional specialties are the focus of the small but exquisite Advent market at Piber Castle. Here, at the Piber stud farm, is also where the world-famous Lipizzaner horses are bred before the best of them are sent to the Spanish Riding School in Vienna.

magic moments

time for light

Just a few kilometers north of Graz, you will notice the romantic "skyline" of Frohnleiten, which is especially worth seeing during the Advent season. Lumagica, a fascinating park of lights at the Murhof near Frohnleiten, offers an unforgettable experience for the whole family with more than 300 illuminated objects. You embark on a magical journey into a glittering wonderland, past an enchanted world with glowing forest creatures, majestic figures and a wondrously illuminated natural backdrop.

spa enjoyment

time for warmth

The NOVA Köflach thermal spa is located to the west of the provincial capital of Graz, in the Lipizzanerheimat region. Feel good and enjoy - with more than 1,000 m2 of thermal water, you can unwind in the 34.5°C water and enjoy a relaxing pre-Christmas experience. The breathtaking sauna world with panoramic views and numerous other attractions leave nothing to be desired as a source of strength and energy.

active cultural enjoyment

Time for experiences

The winter circus of Cirque Noël at the Orpheum in Graz invites you to be amazed over the Christmas holidays. The award-winning company Cirque Le Roux showcases the many facets of new circus with its two productions "The Elephant in the Room" and "A Deer in the Headlights".

 

THE COLD SEASON HAS ITS CHARM TOO!

It's easy to shake off the stress of Christmas in the Graz Region. Simply get out into the clear winter air, take a deep breath and set off! As rich in contrast as this region is, the winter hiking offers are just as varied - from leisurely walks in the flatlands to snowshoe or ski tours on wonderfully snow-covered peaks. In and around Graz as well as in the south, you can go for wonderful hikes and walks in the cold season. Except for a few days a year, the paths here are free of ice and snow. The mountains surrounding Graz are particularly suitable for ski tours and snowshoe hikes.

Winter hiking
Winter hiking | © TV Region Graz | Mias Photoart
skiing at Salzstiegl
skiing at Salzstiegl | © TV Erlebnisregion Graz | Mias Photoart
Ice skating
Ice skating | © TV Erlebnisregion Graz | Mias Photoart

Advent in the Graz Region - all events at a glance

Christmas arrangement  | © Elisabeth Micko

Micko Christmas paradise

Lieboch
14 Nov. - 24 Dec. 2025
from 09:00 o'clock
Look forward to a magical Advent season! Lots of ideas for Christmas arrangements are waiting for you...
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Lumagica_2 | © (c) Region Graz - studio draussen

Lumagica – Color of Life

Frohnleiten
14 Nov. - 06 Jan. 2026
from 16:30 o'clock
LUMAGICA Frohnleiten guides visitors through colored light worlds – an evening adventure for all senses.
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Christmas decorations at Adentmarkt | © TV Region Graz-Harry Schiffer

Advent market at the Taggerhof

Kainbach bei Graz
23 Nov. 2025
from 10:00 o'clock
The time will soon come! A wide range of Christmas offers awaits you in Kainbach near Graz.
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Punch and Judy theatre: Punch helps Father Christmas

Vasoldsberg
28 Nov. 2025
from 15:00 o'clock
Christmas magic in the Graz Region! Kasperl and Weißohr are expecting St Nicholas - but his robe has disappeared! Can...
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Switching on the Christmas lights

Frohnleiten
28 Nov. 2025
from 18:00 o'clock
In the Graz Region, the Advent season traditionally begins with the switching on of the Christmas lights in...
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Tannengrass & Lebzeltstern yeast biscuits | © Region Graz - Harry Schiffer

Tannengraß & Lebzeltstern

Gratwein-Straßengel
29 Nov. - 07 Dec. 2025
from 11:00 o'clock
Experience the magic of the pre-Christmas period in the Valley of History at this quiet time of year in the Graz...
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Decoration with brushwood | © Christine Piber

Advent market in the parish centre

Semriach
29 - 30 Nov. 2025
from 10:00 o'clock
The Graz Region invites you to the Advent market in the Semriach parish centre. With regional handicrafts, culinary...
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Achteck Stadl | © Region Graz-Harry Schiffer

Advent in Vasoldsberg

Vasoldsberg
30 Nov. - 01 Dec. 2025
from 15:30 o'clock
Advent is celebrated in the Klingensteiner Achteckstadl with the consecration of the Advent wreath, in the Graz Region.
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Feuertanz am Platz | © Marktgemeinde Gratwein-Straßengel

Street Christmas Market

Gratwein-Straßengel
30 Nov. - 14 Dec. 2025
from 14:00 o'clock
Advent magic for the whole family in the Graz Region – free admission!
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Konzert Advent dahoam | © Harmonika Verein Übelbach

Advent at home

Übelbach
30 Nov. 2025
from 16:00 o'clock
Music that connects – Advent concert in Übelbach for a good cause.
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Eiskrippe_2024 | © (c) Region Graz - Harry Schiffer

The ice nativity scene

Graz
29 Nov. - 02 Dec. 2025
from 08:00 o'clock
The magical attraction during Advent!
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Advent of the clubs

Frohnleiten
05 - 06 Dec. 2025
from 15:00 o'clock
The Frohnleitner associations invite you to the atmospheric Advent market on the main square. Regional arts and crafts,...
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