The UK’s best Christmas market has already opened, celebrating 25 years of traditional German treats and joyful entertainment in the heart of Birmingham.
This year’s market features 60 beautifully decorated stalls serving German food and drink, including hot gluhwein, schnitzel, bratwurst, alongside a wide array of handcrafted gifts, decorations, toys, and jewellery.
The popular Big Wheel and Ice Rink attractions will also be back in Centenary Square, opening daily from 1 November 2024 to 5 January 2025, between 10:00am and 10:00pm (closed Christmas Day). For more information and to book tickets visit their website, www.iceskatebirmingham.co.uk.
During the festivities, the Victoria Square bandstand will host a vibrant programme of performances of German musicians and upcoming Brummie performers.
The German musicians will perform weekday lunchtimes and evenings daily, with local performers performing between 12pm and 6pm on Saturdays and Sundays.
The upcoming performers will perform as part of Monday open mic performances with the best two acts given the opportunity to perform in a primetime December slot.
The programme also features performances by choirs from local schools, charities, and community groups.
The market will run from Saturday 1 November to Wednesday 24 December 2024.
- Mondays to Thursdays: 11:00am to 9:00pm
- Fridays: 11:00am to 9:30pm
- Saturdays: 10:00am to 9:30pm
- Sundays: 10:00am to 9:00pm
Councillor Saima Suleman, Cabinet Member for Digital, Culture, Heritage and Tourism, said: “We’re delighted to welcome the Frankfurt Christmas Market back to Birmingham this November. The market, which is celebrating its 25th year, is a highlight of the season for residents and visitors alike, offering a wonderful day out for families and friends to soak up the festive spirit.
“We are incredibly proud that Birmingham’s Christmas market has been name the best in the UK, they are a testament to the city’s reputation as a vibrant, welcoming and inclusive destination—and a major boost to our visitor economy, attracting up to 5 million people each year.”
Kurt Stroscher, Director of Festivals and Events, Frankfurt City Council said: “I am proud and delighted that we have succeeded in establishing our ancient Christmas market tradition so successfully in Birmingham that this year will see the 25th consecutive Frankfurt Christmas Market.”
More information:
🌐 www.thebfcm.co.uk
