Christmas Village on the Thie in Barsinghausen

Visitors can once again look forward to a diverse range of activities this year. Of course, the popular classics won’t be missing: a children’s carousel is sure to make kids’ eyes light up, while bratwurst, mulled wine, and freshly baked lard cakes will satisfy everyone’s appetite. Once again this year, the additional activity and vendor tent adds a special touch. Here, rotating vendors showcase their products, offer unique gift ideas, and invite visitors to participate and explore through various activities. This means there’s always something new to experience throughout the Christmas village season.

Young visitors, in particular, can look forward to some special Christmas activities: Even before the Christmas village opens, there will be a children’s coloring event. The artwork created during the event will be displayed in the window of the half-timbered house on Thie for the entire duration of the Christmas village, adding to the festive atmosphere in the city center. Of course, the “Wish Mail to Santa” is a must: Until December 12, children can write their wish lists to Santa and drop them off at the Tourist Information Office. On December 12, Santa will make the children’s eyes light up. 

The 2026 Christmas Village also has plenty to offer in terms of music and entertainment. From the festive opening ceremony to live music and an après-ski atmosphere, right through to Christmas activities and a big raffle, there’s plenty of variety to enjoy. Whether you’re looking for a glass of mulled wine after work, a leisurely stroll with the family, or a fun evening with friends—the Barsinghausen Christmas Village is the place to be for a festive Advent season.

Program for the Barsinghausen Christmas Village 2026

November 23 – Grand Opening

• 5:00 p.m.: Official opening with Mayor Henning Schünhof
• Musical entertainment with Roger and Rollo

November 26 – Music and Entertainment

• Stefan Basler with Georgios Kesmiris

November 28 – Après-Ski Party

• 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.: Après-ski with DJ Jens

December 5 – Children's Day and Christmas Tractors

• Building Birdhouses with NABU
• Egon and the tractor drivers
• Tractor Ride with Santas

December 10 – Live Music

• Band: Sound of Hope

December 12 – Children's Day

• Making Christmas Ornaments at the Tourist Information Center
• Face painting
• A Visit from Santa Claus
• Musician Kevin Rabemanisa
• Deadline for submitting wish lists

December 17 – Christmas Music

• Children's Choir of the Wilhelm Stedler School

December 19 – Christmas Raffle

• "Unser Barsinghausen" Grand Christmas Raffle