Erstein Christmas Market

Erstein Celebrates Christmas: Magic in the Heart of the Grand Ried

Erstein, the capital of the Alsatian Grand Ried located between Strasbourg and Sélestat, offers a remarkable Christmas program each year for the quality of its shows and the originality of its animations. Erstein Celebrates Christmas is the result of great collective energy, born from the collaboration between the media library, the School of Visual Arts, the Etappenstall, the Grand Ried Tourist Office, and numerous local partners.

Exceptional Free Shows

One of the major assets of Erstein Celebrates Christmas is the programming of entirely free professional-level shows:

• 'The Magic of the Waters' by Aquatique Show: A water and pyrotechnic show that is the highlight of the event, combining water jets, flames, lights, and music in a magical aquatic ballet.
• Pyrotechnic Shows: Evenings are illuminated by fires and fireworks that light up the Erstein sky.
• Luminous Parades: Poetic walks through the streets, where costumed artists and luminous structures create enchanting scenes.
• Concerts: Musical ensembles and choirs liven up the squares and streets.
• Christmas Tales: Magical stories for young and old in intimate settings.

The Christmas Market and the Artists' Market

The Erstein Christmas Market features chalets with local merchants and artisans, accompanied by food and drink stalls. Santa Claus welcomes children with a photo booth to capture the moment.

In parallel, the Artists' Market is held at the Etappenstall—a magnificent 18th-century heritage building—from December 1st to 23rd, daily from 10 am to 6 pm. Ten local female artists present eco-responsible crafts: paper, wood, jewelry, fabric, ceramics, candles, leather, and Christmas decorations.

Creative Workshops for Everyone

The School of Visual Arts in Erstein offers creative workshops open to all, such as making Christmas baubles, led by professional artists. These free workshops are held at the Etappenstall and contribute to making Christmas in Erstein a participatory and inclusive event.