Brno Christmas Markets 2026 – crafts, gastronomy, charity, and light installations

Brno Christmas Markets 2026 – crafts, gastronomy, charity, and light installations

Brno is preparing Christmas and Advent markets again this year, which are among the best in Europe – in 2024, this was confirmed by the award of the title European Capital of Christmas.

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In the city center, on an area of approximately two square kilometers, one Christmas-decorated square will gradually awaken from mid-November, offering a colorful program, refreshments, and accompanying activities. The markets at Zelný trh and Moravské náměstí will open to the public first on November 13. The markets at Náměstí Svobody, Dominikánské náměstí, and the courtyard of the Old Town Hall will welcome visitors starting November 27 – on the same day, the main Christmas tree will be lit at Náměstí Svobody. 

Visitors can look forward to Christmas-decorated squares, adjacent streets, and historic courtyards, to light installations including the iconic Brno dragon in a sweater, to a traditional wooden nativity scene with a hundred life-sized figures, and to an ice rink and Christmas village for the youngest. There will also be a rich musical program – concerts of various genres, from carols and folklore to jazz, pop, and rock, will take place at the markets every day. Hundreds of stalls will offer traditional handicrafts and original local gifts created in collaboration with local creators. The Brno markets have long built their reputation thanks to their renowned gastronomy – quality food and drinks are offered by popular local businesses and vendors, making Advent in Brno a gourmet experience. 

An integral part of the markets is also charitable activities. Brno is historically associated with the first tradition of a public Christmas tree in the Czech Republic, which was erected here in 1924 at the initiative of writer Rudolf Těsnohlídek – to this day, a collection by the Czech Red Cross is placed directly under the tree. This year, charitable stalls will also be available at the markets, and visitors will be able to participate through the project "Daruj kelímek," which supports non-profit organizations through reusable cups. 

The Advent and Christmas markets in the center of Brno are organized through the collaboration of two organizers – TIC BRNO and the City District of Brno-Center. 

Basic information can be found on the website https://vanocnitrhybrno.cz 

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