Arts & crafts Christmas market in Gatow
Christmas market in Berlin on 14 December 2025
The Gatow Christmas market is perfect for a festive and contemplative family outing. Despite its rather small size for a Christmas market compared to the many other Christmas markets in Berlin, there is a lot to discover here.
Original handicrafts to admire and give as gifts
Fans of handicrafts will be wide-eyed at this offer: Around 40 artisans sell unusual goods and handmade products to visitors to the Christmas market. As you stroll along, you can learn more about the history of Gatow and the initiatives of the local organisations.
Music and dancing straight into the Christmas spirit
As every year, you can listen to the swing and blues melodies of the Kladower Forum's Imchen Kombo in the church. The lively church singing will give you goosebumps and get you in the Christmas spirit. For all those who don't just want to listen, there will be an Advent carol sing-along from dusk onwards. And Ulla Carl and the Gatow choir invite you to join in the drumming and singing.
Tip: Plan your Christmas evening programme now
Give yourself and your family a very special moment of Christmas anticipation in Berlin with a glittering Christmas show or a festive concert . We have the best Christmas events for you. Plan an extraordinary evening after your visit to the Christmas market.
Christmas events in Berlin
The Light of Peace from Bethlehem for everyone
As part of the Peace Light campaign, the light lit in Bethlehem is transported to Germany via Vienna and spread by passing it on. At the end of the Christmas market, every visitor can take a copy of the Peace Light home with them and thus always remember this unforgettable experience.
Highlights of the Gatow arts and crafts Christmas market
- Church service before the start of the market and closing service with the passing on of the Peace Light
- Swing and blues melodies in the Gatow church
- Advent carol singing & join-in drumming
- Puppet theatre & readings
Our tips for your visit to the Gatow arts and crafts Christmas market
You can take a picturesque winter walk on the nearby Windmühlenberg and along the Havel .
Opening hours and admission
- Date 14 December 2025
- Opening hours 11 am to 6 pm, arts and crafts market from 12 pm
- Advent carol singing and passing on the light of peace from Bethlehem - in the village church at 5.30 pm
- Admission free of charge
How to get there
Gatow is located in western Spandau. It is best to take the Ringbahn to Messe Nord / ICC (Witzleben) and then continue by bus.
S-Bahn S42 Messe Nord / ICC (Witzleben) , then bus X34 to Gatow Kirche.