Christmas Garden Dresden 2021 | Blossom magic ©Christmas Garden/Michael Clemens

Christmas Garden Dresden

November 21, 2024 - January 12, 2025
Pillnitz Palace & Park

As twilight falls, the magic begins...

Tickets available now!

Look forward to a wonderful excursion into a glowing winter wonderland. Secure your tickets for the most popular days at Christmas Garden Dresden now in advance. The cheapest tickets are only available online!

Christmas Garden Berlin 2022 | magic galaxy ©Christmas Garden/Markus Hauschild
Christmas Garden Dresden 2021 | Crown Jewel ©Christmas Garden/Michael Clemens

Anticipation of Christmas

The beautiful park of the famous Pillnitz Palace will once again be transformed this year at Christmas Garden Dresden and given a new, magnificent, Christmassy look when the imaginatively staged circular route lights up for the fifth time. Unique lighting designs will also surprise our guests from previous years time and time again. Discover a world in a magical atmosphere with your loved ones, accompanied by festive classics. Let the many glittering illuminations whisk you away to a unique, magically illuminated Christmas wonderland.

Welcome to the Christmas Garden Dresden

Plan your magical journey, immerse yourself in a glittering world of lights and spend relaxing hours in the Christmas Garden.

Your visit

All information about opening hours, directions, admission times and map.

FAQ - Questions and answers 

Answers to frequently asked questions about visiting the Christmas Garden.

Gastronomy

Along the circular route you will find a varied gastronomic offer.

What our guests say

One of the most popular destinations

Since its opening in 2018, Christmas Garden Dresden has been one of the most popular destinations during the Christmas season. This year, Pillnitz Palace & Park will once again be transformed into a magical winter wonderland along a circular route of around two kilometers. The unmistakable architecture and extensive parkland of Pillnitz Palace & Park provide the most beautiful backdrop.

Christmas Garden Dresden 2018 | Italian Pavilion ©Christmas Garden/Michael Clemens

Official Christmas Garden soundtrack

Our music for your Christmas spirit! The album "Christmas Garden Originals" is a best-of of the most beautiful musical highlights from the Christmas Garden of the past years. Immerse yourself in the unique soundscape of the Christmas Garden and extend your magical journey. 

The photo contest in the Christmas Garden

Visit the Christmas Garden, go on a magical journey and capture your most magical moment with your camera - because we are looking for your best photo!

Here's how:

From November 15, 2023 to January 16, 2024, post your best snapshot from the Christmas Garden to your feed on Instagram with the hashtag #ilovechristmasgarden.

This is what you can win:

1st place: a trip to the Christmas Garden London 2024 for two people (incl. travel to and from the event and overnight stay in a 4-star hotel)

2nd to 5th place: two tickets each for the Christmas Garden at the location of your choice

Experience the
most beautiful light spectacle in Saxony

Secure your tickets for the most popular days at Christmas Garden Dresden now in advance. The cheapest tickets are only available online!

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