Magical Light Tunnel at Lumagica Frohnleiten | © Graz Region | studio draussen Magical Light Tunnel at Lumagica Frohnleiten | © Graz Region | studio draussen
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Christmas Activities

Advent in Graz is much more than just markets: concerts, ice nativity scenes, Cirque Noël, nativity scene exhibitions at Stift Rein, and more create a festive variety—an invitation to discover the winter wonderland in the city and countryside.

In Graz, Advent begins not only with sparkling lights and festive markets, but also with a multifaceted program of culture, traditions, and extraordinary experiences. Alongside the Advent markets, atmospheric concerts, the magical Graz Winter World, and the modern Christmas circus Cirque Noël at the Orpheum create a truly festive atmosphere. Beyond the city, highlights such as the nativity scene exhibition at Rein Abbey and the luminous art of Lumagica invite visitors to enjoy special moments. Whether classic, surprising, or contemplative—in the Graz holiday region, Advent is a time of joy!

„Did you know that this year at Lumagica, it’s all about the magic of colors?“

Punch and Judy theatre: Christmas in Punch and Judy land

Vasoldsberg
18 Dec. 2025
from 15:00 o'clock
Christmas magic in the Graz Region! Kasperl hopes that the Christ Child will repair his old pointed cap - but suddenly...
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Holzkrippe | © Ulricht Thausing

Advent market Laßnitzhöhe

Laßnitzhöhe
28 Nov. - 21 Dec. 2025
from 16:00 o'clock
The life-size nativity figures await you on the Laßnitzhöhe.
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Barocke Stiftskirche von Stift Rein | © Region Graz-studio draussen

Advent trip: Rein Abbey & Lumagica

Frohnleiten
20 Dec. 2025
from 14:00 o'clock
An Advent monastery tour with magical lights and a cozy conclusion.
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Adventzauber in St. Bartholomä bei Dämmerung | © Josef Birnstingl

Barthlmäer Advent

St. Bartholomä
13 - 21 Dec. 2025
from 13:00 o'clock
Christmas atmosphere in rural St. Bartholomä, where Advent still feels like it used to!
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Advent roas at Rein Abbey

Gratwein-Straßengel
20 Dec. 2025
from 16:00 o'clock
Atmospheric Advent walk at the Rein Monastery with music, readings, mulled wine, and dried fruit bread.
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Grieskindlmarkt am Nikolaiplatz - Der nachhaltige Weihnachtsmarkt | © Graz Tourismus - Harry Schiffer

Grieskindlmarket on Nikolaiplatz square

Graz
22 Nov. - 21 Dec. 2025
from 10:00 o'clock
Experience the "Grieskindl"- market at Nikolaiplatz in the Graz Region and discover sustainable, handcrafted gifts in...
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Aufsteirern-Advent am Schlossberg | © ivents - Erwin Scheriau

“Aufsteirern”-Christmas market on Schlossberg hill

Graz
21 Nov. - 21 Dec. 2025
from 10:00 o'clock
Above the rooftops of Graz, visitors can find culinary products and beautiful handicrafts from Styria over five...
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Winter solstice  | © Bäuerinnen Weinitzen

Winter solstice

Weinitzen
21 Dec. 2025
from 18:30 o'clock
At the farm, the fire is blazing, music is playing, and delicacies provide warmth.
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Special guided tour: Christmas at Rein Abbey

Gratwein-Straßengel
21 Dec. 2025
from 14:00 o'clock
Experience a unique Christmas tour of Rein Abbey in the Graz Region.
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Büro für Weihnachtslieder( | © (c)STVLW_Unterrainer

Office for Christmas carols

Graz
28 Nov. - 22 Dec. 2025
from 09:30 o'clock
The service center of the Steirisches Volksliedwerk for all questions about Christmas songs, lyrics and traditions!
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Weihnatchtslieder | © Steirisches Volksliedwerk

Christkindl writing room

Graz
28 Nov. - 22 Dec. 2025
from 09:30 o'clock
A letter to the Christ Child - a child's dream, it goes straight to the Christ Child post office.
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Kunsthandwerksmarkt am Färberplatz | © Graz Tourismus - Harry Schiffer

Handicraft market on Färberplatz square

Graz
28 Nov. - 23 Dec. 2025
from 11:00 o'clock
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Graz Region

Those eager to make the most of winter can enjoy a variety of activities – from scenic walks and fun sledging adventures to simply unwinding in the beauty of nature.