Events in Zurich - Advent Christmas festivals and market 2025

Das ILLUMINARIUM öffnet bereits zum 8. Mal die Tore zum Innenhof des Landesmuseums.

Ein bunter Marktplatz für Kreativschaffende der zum Entdecken und Stöbern einlädt.

Zurich's main station will be transformed into a sparkling wonderland from November 20, 2025 to December 24, 2025.

The real Christmas village with 200 festively decorated shops, around 70 market houses and magical fireworks. November 20 to December 23, 2025.

Immerse yourself in the festive atmosphere of Zurich's Christmas avenue with its twinkling lights, culinary delights and lovely gift ideas in the middle of the wintry Europaallee.

One of the largest Christmas markets in the city of Zurich takes place directly in front of the opera house on Sechseläutenplatz.

A somewhat unusual - but all the more popular - tradition is the Santa Claus swim. Every year in December, hardened swimmers in St. Nicholas costumes plunge into the Limmat.