Christmas Market at Späth'sche Baumschulen

The Christmas Market at Späth'sche Baumschulen, known as "Lichterglanz im Tannenwald" (Glow of Lights in the Fir Forest), transforms Germany's oldest tree nursery into an enchanting winter wonderland. Set on the historic grounds founded in 1720, this Berlin Christmas market offers a unique blend of botanical heritage and festive tradition across three Advent weekends. Over 100 lovingly decorated stalls showcase artisan crafts, from Erzgebirge woodwork and hand-carved toys to ceramics and jewelry, while the illuminated Christmas tree forest creates a magical backdrop for selecting your perfect Nordmann fir or Serbian spruce. The extensive stage program features live bands spanning pop, brass, jazz, and classical music, moderated by rbb 88.8 radio host Ingo Hoppe, with spectacular evening fire shows adding drama to the festivities. Families particularly enjoy the Monbijou Theater's Grimm fairy tale performances in the historic Black Barn, carriage rides through the decorated grounds, and children's craft workshops in heated tents. The culinary offerings go beyond typical market fare with Swedish glögg, Thuringian fruit mulled wine, hot chocolate, and hearty specialties like wild game meatballs and Ukrainian solyanka. The €8 entrance fee supports preservation of this historic site and doubles as a discount voucher for Christmas tree purchases. Arrive early to explore the extensive grounds and enjoy the full entertainment program before the evening fire show.