Sleigh your way on over to Birmingham and join in the festive celebrations
It seemed like the Grinch stole Christmas last year as Christmas markets across the UK were cancelled due to the pandemic. But this year, Santa’s coming back to town!
With many magical memories to make, you sure don’t want to miss out on this festive fun.
Birmingham Frankfurt Christmas Market
Hold your horses… or reindeers in this case as Birmingham Christmas market returns on Thursday 4 November – Thursday 23 December 2021 between 10am – 9pm (except on Remembrance Sunday when the market will be open from 1pm - 9pm).
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Birmingham’s Frankfurt Christmas Market is the highlight of many people’s calendars on the run-up to Christmas, with visitors travelling from all over the UK to tuck into festive treats and traditional toys and gifts.
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From coated pretzels, bratwursts and chestnuts roasting on an open fire, there is plenty to tickle your tastebuds in the UK’s second city. You can even wash down your treats with a gluhwein or two (if you’re old enough… obviously) or head on over to the big wheel and ice rink to add that extra magical experience to your Christmassy trip.
Whilst there, why not enjoy the live music programme on Victoria square from local acts to musicians from across the water in Germany. With lunchtime and evening music sessions (Monday – Friday) and music performances all day (Saturday – Sunday) you’ll definitely be rocking around the Christmas tree in no time.
Or, if you want to take a break from the live bands, why not pick up some presents for your friends and family that will sit perfectly underneath your Christmas tree? From handcrafted wooden decorations, to baubles, lamps, jewellery and much more; you’ll be sure to find that perfect gift.
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Keeping visitors safe
It is important to note that event information may change due to coronavirus, so please keep checking their website for all the latest information.
This year’s market will also have reduced stalls to ensure more space is created to help keep everyone safe, with additional Covid-19 measures in place.
Accessibility information:
- For visitors travelling who are wheelchair users, it is possible to access Birmingham Christmas Market that avoids steps
- For visitors with registered assistance dogs, it is advised that you travel earlier in the day as the event does get busier at night.
- Accessible toilet facilities for people with a disability are available on-site in the area adjacent to Victoria Square.
- For people who need to loan a wheelchair or scooter, you can do so from the Shopmobility Centre located in Birmingham’s Bullring.
How to get there by train?
Birmingham Christmas Market is located on Victoria Square with three train stations within walking distance to the event:
- Birmingham New Street – a five-minute walk
- Birmingham Snow Hill – an eight-minute walk
- Birmingham Moor Street – an eleven-minute walk
If you going to be travelling to the centre by train with your friends and family, why not save on your train travel with us? Our GroupSave ticket can be applied when between three – nine people travel together, giving you 1/3 off any off-peak journey across our network.
All information was correct at the time of writing. Keep an eye on Birmingham Frankfurt Christmas Market’s website for all the latest updates.