This Week in Ansbach: Top 10 Event Tips
This Week in Ansbach: Top 10 Events & Tips (10–14 Dec 2025)
Starting today, Wednesday, 10 December 2025, until Sunday, 14 December 2025, Ansbach offers atmospheric Advent experiences – from the Christmas market to concerts, theater, and family programs. Here you will find the most important dates and practical information, focusing exclusively on the remaining days of this week.
1. Christmas Market in the City Center
Around Martin-Luther-Platz, the Christmas market shines in a historical setting between the city center churches. Handicrafts, regional specialties, and punch shape the atmosphere.
Opening Hours (from today)
- Wednesday, 10.12.: 11:00–20:00
- Thursday, 11.12.: 11:00–20:00
- Friday, 12.12.: 11:00–21:00
- Saturday, 13.12.: 11:00–21:00
- Sunday, 14.12.: 11:00–20:00
Mobility tip: On Advent Saturdays (this weekend: 13.12.), city bus rides within the city area are planned to be free of charge. Please check the details in advance with the respective transport or city information service.
“Very beautiful Christmas market in the picturesque old town.”
From a Google Maps review of “Weihnachtsmarkt Ansbach” (retrieved on 2025-12-10)
“Nice, smaller Christmas markets with a beautiful old town backdrop – also ideal for families.”
From a Google Maps review of “Weihnachtsmarkt Ansbach” (retrieved on 2025-12-10)
“Not so crowded, very pleasant.”
From a Google Maps review of “Weihnachtsmarkt Ansbach” (retrieved on 2025-12-10)
2. Weekly Market at Reitbahn (Wed & Sat)
Fresh food, cheese, bread, and regional specialties – ideally combined with a stroll through the Christmas market.
- Wednesday, 10.12.: 07:00–13:00
- Saturday, 13.12.: 07:00–13:00
3. Kunsthaus: Exhibition “Brought to Light”
The members’ presentation at Kunsthaus on Reitbahn showcases artistic works revolving around light and shadow – a calm counterpoint to the hustle and bustle.
Visit recommendation: After the weekly market or as a contemplative stop during an Advent stroll through the city center.
4. Christmas Exhibition at Stadthaus & Special Exhibition at Markgrafenmuseum
At Stadthaus (Gothic Hall, Johann-Sebastian-Bach-Platz), handicraft works are shown daily. The Markgrafenmuseum (Kaspar-Hauser-Platz 1) is dedicated to historical baking molds and Christmas traditions.
Opening Hours (rest of the week)
- Stadthaus: Wed–Fri 10:00–17:00, Sat 10:00–18:00, Sun 14:00–18:00
- Markgrafenmuseum: Wed–Sun 10:00–17:00
5. City Tours in Advent: Night Watchman & “Ansbach in a Glow of Lights”
- Night Watchman Tour: Friday, 12.12., 20:00, from Schlossplatz
- “Ansbach in a Glow of Lights”: Saturday, 13.12., 17:00, from Schlossplatz/“Anscavallo”
Tip: Plan for warm clothing and a little lead time; please check participation conditions in advance with the organizer.
6. Concert Friday & A-cappella Saturday
Friday, 12.12., Kammerspiele
- Pre-Christmas stage program: 16:00
- Rock/Pop evening: 20:00
Saturday, 13.12., Onoldiasaal
- A-cappella in Christmas Edition: 20:00
Combine the concerts with a visit to the Christmas market or dinner in the city center.
7. Church Music and Communal Singing
- Organ Matinee “Shepherds’ Music” at St. Ludwig: Saturday, 13.12., 12:00
- Open Advent & Christmas Carol Singing at St. Gumbertus: Saturday, 13.12., 17:00
8. Theater & Children’s Program on the Weekend
Saturday, 13.12.
- “The Emperor’s New Clothes”, Theater hinterm Eisernen: 15:00 & 17:30
- “Hans in Luck”, Kammerspiele: 15:00 & 20:00
Children’s Christmas at the “Riviera” (daily)
- Hands-on studio: Saturday 14:00–20:00, Sunday 14:00–18:00
- Other attractions: living nativity scene, children’s train, and more
9. City Life in Advent: Culture Meets Everyday Life
The week combines exhibition, tour, concert, and family program into short distances and dense experiences. Climate-friendly travel options (free city buses on 13.12.), a strong family focus, and living traditions showcase the diversity of Ansbach’s Advent season.
10. Your Weekly Plan (from today)
- Wednesday (10.12.): Weekly market (07:00–13:00), Kunsthaus “Brought to Light”, Christmas market
- Friday (12.12.): Night Watchman tour (20:00) or Kammerspiele (16:00/20:00) – before/after Christmas market
- Saturday (13.12.): Free by bus, organ matinee (12:00), Children’s Christmas, city tour “Glow of Lights” (17:00), A-cappella (20:00)
- Sunday (14.12.): Stadthaus exhibition, Markgrafenmuseum, Christmas market
Note: Program and time changes are possible. Please check the information with the respective organizer before your visit.
Sources & Reviews
The event overview is based on official city event announcements and local culture/tourism information. In addition, publicly available Google Maps reviews were used for experiential proximity.
- City of Ansbach – Official Website — Event and service information (accessed 2025-12-10)
- Google Maps: Weihnachtsmarkt Ansbach — User reviews, location (accessed 2025-12-10)
