The Kitzbühel Christmas Market, © Advent in Tirol
The Kitzbühel Christmas Market, © Advent in Tirol

Kitzbühel at Christmas: The Enchanting Christmas Market

Head to the lovely small town of Kitzbühel for an idyllic Christmas break. The undisputed highlight of the Holiday Season in Kitzbühel is the arrival of Saint Nicholas. The Zillertal Christmas featuring Marc Pircher and the concert given by Wilten Boys’ Choir are as well guaranteed to get into the Christmas spirit.

With storytelling, pony riding, Krampus runs, historic glockenspiel and carol singing, the famous ski resort of Kitzbühel is truly enchanting in the festive season—the annual Christmas Market, from November 24 to December 25, adds yet another dimension.

With storytelling, pony riding, Krampus runs, historic glockenspiel and carol singing, the famous ski resort of Kitzbühel is truly enchanting in the…

Read moreShow less

Season’s Highlights in Kitzbühel

The Wilten Boys’ Choir at the Kitzbühel Christmas Market  , © Michael Werlberger

  • Festive opening of the Christmas Market
    November 24, 2016 at 6:00pm
  • Zillertal Christmas featuring popular Tirolean singer Marc Pircher and Friends at the Parish Church(admission is free)
    December 01, 2016 at 8:00pm
  • Grand St Nicholas Parade and Krampus Run
    December 05, 2016 at 5:30pm
  • Concert given by the Wilten Boys’ Choir in Vorderstadt (admission is free)
    December 08, 2016, at 4:30pm and at 6:00pm
  • Christmas-themed reading featuring Mountain Doctor actor Hans Sigl and Ferry Öllinger at Katharinenkirche Church
    December 09, 2016 at 7:00pm
    Tickets are Euro 19.00; tickets are available from Kitzbühel Tourism at info@kitzbuehel.com or call +43.5356.66660. (All proceeds are for the benefit of charity projects.)

Festive opening of the Christmas Market November 24, 2016 at 6:00pm Zillertal Christmas featuring popular Tirolean singer Marc Pircher and…

Read moreShow less

The Daily Program at the Kitzbühel Christmas Market

The Petting Zoo at the Kitzbühel Christmas Market, © Gerhard Berger

  • Pony Riding and Petting Zoo
    2:00pm to 7:00pm
  • Carol Singing by Local Musicians, Choirs and Bands
    6:00pm to 7:00pm
  • Historic Glockenspiel at Katharinenkirche Church
    8:00pm

The Weekly Program at the Kitzbühel Christmas Market

  • Christmas-themed storytelling for kids at the Kitzbühel Museum
    Fridays at 5:00pm
  • Kids Programs with campfires featuring Cornelia Miedler:
    November 26, 2016, December 03/10/17, 2016, at 2:00pm

Christmas-themed storytelling for kids at the Kitzbühel Museum Fridays at 5:00pm Kids Programs with campfires featuring Cornelia…

Read moreShow less

How did you like this article?

Want to receive an answer? If so, please get in touch using the contact form.

Go up

Is your inbox in need of a holiday?

Then subscribe to our weekly newsletter full of exclusive holiday tips from Tirol!