Opening ceremony in the “Altes Schloss”
This year, the Stuttgart Christmas Market will once again begin with a festive opening in the Renaissance courtyard of the Old Palace. On Wednesday, 26 November 2025, at 6 p.m., Stuttgart's Lord Mayor Dr. Frank Nopper will invite visitors to experience the Advent and pre-Christmas season in a joyful and peaceful way with his opening speech.
The celebration will be accompanied by music.
Brass Ensemble of the Symphonic Youth Brass Orchestra of the Stuttgart Music School
Conductor: Alexander Beer
Stuttgart Hymnus Choir Boys
Conductor: MD Diana Weindel
Pop choir of the Musikwerk Stuttgart
Conductor: Arnd Pohlmann
Moderation: Jürgen Hörig from SWR Television
