Advent magic in Tulln: experiences for all the senses

Throughout the Advent season, the garden city of Tulln invites you to enjoy atmospheric experiences. The popular Advent village on the main square offers a convivial atmosphere, whilst Christmas markets, concerts and events in the town centre enchant children and adults alike.

Stroll through the beautifully lit town centre. Find the perfect gift for your loved ones whilst Christmas shopping in the wide variety of shops. Warm up and refuel in the cosy dining rooms of Tulln’s local pubs and restaurants. Wish each other a merry Christmas with a mug of punch in hand. At last, it’s that time of year again: experience Tulln’s town centre bathed in the glow of Advent!

 

Advent Highlights 2026

Tulln Advent Village

Sat 21 Nov 2026 – Wed 6 Jan 2027
, Main Square

Opening hours:
Mon–Fri: 3 pm–11 pm
; Sat & Sun and Tue 8 Dec: 1 pm–11 pm
; Thu 24 Dec: 10 am–4 pm
. Some stalls will extend their opening hours beyond Christmas and into the New Year!

Opening concert with “Dreiklang” on Sat 21

Nov 2026 The Advent Village invites you to enjoy a variety of punch and mulled wine, local delicacies, hot chestnuts and the odd souvenir.

Winter Enchantment Market

Sat 5 – Sun 6 December 2026, 10 am–6 pm
, Tulln Town Hall/Minorite Monastery

With exceptional exhibitors, an atmospheric ambience and a wealth of regional arts and crafts, the Winter Enchantment Market at the Minorite Monastery in Tulln has established itself as THE creative market of the Christmas season in Lower Austria.

 

"Tullner Advent" concert

Sat 5 Dec 2026, 3.30 pm & 5.00 pm
, Minorite Church

Let yourself be enchanted by atmospheric Christmas carols and contemplative lyrics! The enchanting setting of the late-Baroque Minorite Church provides the ideal backdrop for a brief but soothing respite from the hustle and bustle of the run-up to Christmas.

Admission: voluntary donation

ARTvent Art Market

Sat 5 Dec – Sun 13 Dec 2026, Saturdays 2 pm–7 pm, Sundays 2 pm–6 pm
Kunstwerkstatt Tulln

The artists from the Tulln Art Workshop are exhibiting their work – ideal for original Christmas presents or to treat yourself to a one-of-a-kind piece. Some artists will let you watch them at work, and there’ll be Norwegian glögg, sweet waffles and more.
Free
entry!

 

First weekend
of Advent  

 

Second weekend
of Advent  

Tullner Chorinis, the Tulln Music School Children’s Choir and ensembles

Sat 5 Dec 2026, 1.30–2.00 pm
, Main Square

The Tulln Music School Children’s Choir and ensembles will perform the most beautiful Advent carols, filling the town centre with the sounds of Christmas.

St Nicholas is coming

Sat 5 Dec 2026, 3 pm at the Advent village on the main square,
approx. 4 pm at the Enchantment Market in the Town Hall

St Nicholas is coming to the Main Square with his little angels on the Tulli Express, bringing small presents for the children. Afterwards, St Nicholas will also pay a visit to the Winter Enchantment Market at the Town Hall.

'Tullner Advent' concert

Sat 5 Dec 2026, 3.30 pm and 5 pm
, Minoritenkirche

Come and be enchanted!
Admission: donations welcome

Peter Sax: Christmas DJ with Saxobeats

Sat 5 Dec 2026, 7–8.30 pm
, Advent Village on the Main Square

The internationally sought-after musician from Austria will be bringing some festive cheer to the Advent village.

Winter Enchantment Market

Sat 5 Dec – Sun 6 Dec 2026, 10 am–6 pm
, Tulln Town Hall/Minorite Monastery

With exceptional exhibitors, an atmospheric ambience and a wealth of regional arts and crafts, the Winter Enchantment Market at the Minorite Monastery in Tulln has established itself as THE creative market of the Christmas season in Lower Austria.

Admission: Adults €3, free entry for children and young people up to the age of 14

 

ARTvent Art Market

Sat 5 Dec – Sun6Dec2026, Sat 2 pm–7 pm, Sun 2 pm–6 pm
Kunstwerkstatt Tulln

The artists from the Tulln Art Workshop are exhibiting their work – perfect for original Christmas presents or to treat yourself to a one-of-a-kind piece. Some artists will let you watch them at work, and there’ll be Norwegian glögg, sweet waffles and more.

Free entry!

 

Third weekend of Advent

Christmas music & reflective readings by the HAK/HAS Tulln school choir and band

Sat 12 Dec 2026, 11.00–11.30 am
,Main Square

Festive Christmas music will ring out on the Main Square, presented by the school choir and orchestra of HAK/HAS Tulln.

"Waldluft" alpacas in the shopping streets

Sat 12 Dec 2026, 1 pm–4 pm
, Rudolfstraße

These fluffy guests bring Christmas cheer and can be seen up close – a treat for young and old alike.

Christmas concert ‘MistelZweigG’ – Christmas as usual

Sat 12 Dec 2026, 7 pm
, Advent Village on the Main Square

An evening full of music, emotion and Christmas spirit – the perfect opportunity to get together with friends and family in the Advent Village. Sponsored by the Advent Village stallholders.

Sponsored by the Advent Village stallholders

ARTvent Art Market

Sat 12 Dec – Sun13Dec2026, Sat 2 pm–7 pm, Sun 2 pm–6 pm
Kunstwerkstatt Tulln

The artists from the Tulln Art Workshop are exhibiting their work – perfect for original Christmas presents or to treat yourself to a one-of-a-kind piece. Some artists will let you watch them at work, and there’ll be Norwegian glögg, sweet waffles and more.

Free entry!

 

The fourth weekend of Advent

Tower Musicians of the Tulln Town Band

Thu, 17 Dec 2026, 5–6 pm
, Main Square, BH Balcony

Festive sounds echoing over the rooftops of Tulln.
A musical Advent greeting from the Tulln Town Band, bringing a festive atmosphere to Tulln town centre. 

Christmas music ‘Stad & Stü’ performed by the school orchestra and ensembles of MMS Tulln

Thursday, 17 December 2026, 11 am–12 noon
, Hauptplatz

Under the title “Stad & Stü”, the school orchestra and ensembles of the Tulln Music Secondary School will perform festive Christmas tunes, creating a pre-Christmas atmosphere.

Bakabu and the Christmas Bell

Sat 19 Dec 2026, 11.00 am
, Rudolfstraße

The catchy character Bakabu is visiting Tulln town centre, bringing with him a Kamishibai story and sing-along songs.

GIFT IDEAS

Put a little piece of Tulln under the Christmas tree for your loved ones – for example, with these gift ideas!

TULLN TENNER

The City of Tulln’s voucher coin – redeemable at around 120 businesses in Tulln. Give the gift of choice whilst supporting Tulln’s local economy.

Available from the Citizens’ Service desk at the Town Hall.
More information and participating businesses

Tulln – Moments from a Town

This book offers a well-researched yet entertaining exploration of Tulln’s history – the ideal Christmas present for anyone who feels a connection to their hometown!

Available for €34.90 at the Citizens’ Service desk in the Town Hall, at Tulln Municipal Library and in bookshops.

Neuaigen, Trübensee and Mollersdorf
: Village life in words and pictures

This illustrated book invites you to marvel and reminisce. Over 300 photographs depict the changes in the northernmost districts of the municipality of Tulln over the last 100 years and preserve a valuable part of local history.

Available for €19.00 from the Citizens’ Service desk at the Town Hall.