The festive pre-Christmas period is one of the most beautiful and expectant times of the year. Everywhere in Vienna, the city shines in festive splendor, and the Vindobona, a popular Viennese event center, is also transformed into a true center of Christmas joy. With a varied program of humorous cabaret performances, atmospheric concerts and magical dinner events, the Vindobona offers an experience for the whole family, for friends and colleagues - in short, for everyone who wants to enjoy the magic of Christmas in a special way. From the premiere of the humorous Christmas show "O Pannenbaum!" to festive concerts and dinner events, the Vindobona promises to make visitors' hearts beat faster. Whether it's about the small and large mishaps when looking for a gift or the best Christmas classics in new musical interpretations - in the pre-Christmas period, no wish is left unfulfilled in this event temple. The opening: "O Pannenbaum! – Christmas has never been so fun!” On November 24, 2024, the Vindobona will start the pre-Christmas season with a real highlight: the premiere of the humorous Christmas production “O Pannenbaum! – Christmas has never been so fun…”. With Lilian Klebow, known from the crime series “Soko Donau”, and the masterful parodist Gernot Haas, visitors can expect a humorous firework display of punchlines. The two artists take the audience on a journey through the festive preparations, failed gift ideas and humorous anecdotes about Christmas. Spontaneous improvisations provide plenty of surprises and make every performance a unique experience. The premiere of this show is the start of a whole series of entertaining events that visitors can look forward to on

Hamburg is a city that exudes its own special charm in every season. But especially in the run-up to Christmas, it unfolds a magical atmosphere that attracts visitors from all over the world. From November 1, 2024 until shortly before Christmas, the Hanseatic city will be transformed into a winter fairytale that will create a lot of anticipation with its diverse Christmas markets, festive parades and magical attractions. In 2024, Hamburg will attract visitors with an impressive variety of activities that are both traditional and unusual. The city celebrates its maritime and Hanseatic history and offers its guests a distinctive experience of lights, music and culinary delights. Christmas markets in Hamburg: diversity, glamour and magic Hamburg is known for its unique mix of modern big city flair and historical charm - and this combination is particularly evident at the numerous Christmas markets. The Historical Christmas Market on the Town Hall Square is undoubtedly the most famous in the city. From November 25th to December 23rd, around 80 traders will present their wares, including classic toys, hand-crafted wood carvings and culinary delicacies from the region. Particularly spectacular is the "Flying Santa Claus", who flies over the heads of visitors three times a day and tells the story of Rudolph the Reindeer. Another highlight is the "White Magic" on Jungfernstieg, which delights visitors until December 23rd with its enchanting lighting and the picturesque view of the festively decorated Alstertanne. Just a few steps away is the "Gingerbread Village" on Gänsemarkt, a true winter wonderland that takes visitors into a world full of gingerbread houses and Christmas decorations. If you are looking for an even more unique experience,