Christmas Markets 2025 in and around Zurich
Planning a festive day out with kids? Here are the confirmed Christmas markets in Zurich for 2025, plus easy day trips, highlights for families, and ZVV hints.
Zurich City
Wienachtsdorf in Sechseläutenplatz / Opera House — 20 Nov–23 Dec 2025
Dörfli – Old Town, Niederdorf & Rosenhof — 20 Nov–23 Dec 2025
Christkindlimarkt – Zurich Main Station (HB) — 20 Nov–24 Dec 2025
Münsterhof Christmas Market — 20 Nov–24 Dec 2025
Singing Christmas Tree – Werdmühleplatz — 20 Nov–23 Dec 2025
Weihnachtsallee – Europaallee — 20 Nov–23 Dec 2025
Around Lake Zurich
Oerliker Weihnachtsmarkt (Max-Bill-Platz, Oerlikon) — Fri–Sat, 28–29 Nov 2025. All the info here.
Adventsmarkt Küsnacht — Wed, 26 Nov 2025, 12:00–20:30, Dorfzentrum.
Weihnachtsmärt Meilen — Sun, 30 Nov 2025 (first Advent, 13:00–19:00).
Weihnachtsmarkt Rüti (ZH) — Sun, 30 Nov 2025.
Weihnachtsmarkt Horgen (Dorfplatz) — Fri–Sun, 28–30 Nov 2025.
Weihnachtsmarkt Thalwil — Fri, 5 Dec 2025, 15:00–21:00, Gotthardstrasse/Centralplatz.
The Circle at Zurich Airport with an easy ride with the S-Bahn from Zurich HB
- Circle Weihnachtsdorf (ZRH Airport) — 19 Nov–28 Dec 2025. Food huts with a variety of tastes and fondue chalets are bookable. Details here.
- Zauberpark am Flughafen Zürich (The Circle) — 19 Nov–7 Dec 2025 Includes a light trail and nightly concerts. More details here.
Creative pop-ups
Illuminarium (Swiss National Museum courtyard) — 6 Nov–30 Dec 2025. Immersive light installations with food stalls. Ticketed evening shows next to Zürich HB.
Sihlcity Wintergarten in Kalanderplatz — 14 Nov–24 Dec 2025 Has a cozy “winter garden” vibe. All the info here.
Heiliger Bimbam! Halle 550, Oerlikon — 11–14 Dec & 18–21 Dec 2025 Features a big indie design market. All the info here.
Uetliberger Weihnachtsmarkt (UTO Kulm) — winter 2025 edition. A small, scenic market at the top—check dates nearer the time).
Family-favorite seasonal add-ons that aren't markets but a family must
Märlitram - The classic storybook tram for kids 4–9 — 21 Nov–23 Dec 2025 (no rides 30 Nov & 14 Dec). Tickets are available here.
Lichterschwimmen - Candle boats on the Limmat river — Thu, 18 Dec 2025 at 18:00 at Stadthausquai. More about the history here.
Limmatzauber Dietikon – Samichlaus Chindermärt — Sat–Sun, 6–7 Dec 2025 Includes a kids’ market, shows & fondue chalet. More details here.
Easy day trips under 1 hour from Zurich
Baden “WunderDorf” 29 Oct–21 Dec 2025
Winterthur Christmas Market 19 Nov–23 Dec 2025
Einsiedeln Christmas Market, Klosterplatz 28 Nov–8 Dec 2025
Bülach Christmas Market 28–30 Nov 2025
Grüningen Christmas Market (1st Advent) Sun, 30 Nov 2025
Rapperswil-Jona Christmas Market Thu–Sun, 4–21 Dec 2025 (big market 11–14 Dec)
Bremgarten (AG) 4–7 Dec 2025
Uster (Stadtpark) 11–14 Dec 2025
Family tips
- For fewer crowds, go during the opening day or on weekday mornings.
- Old Town lanes are narrow—consider a baby carrier or compact stroller.
- Rainy day? The HB market is indoors.
- Warm-up spots: museum cafés near Landesmuseum & Kunsthaus.
Note: Dates can change. Always check the official site before you go.
