Just in time for the first Sunday of Advent – from Friday, November 1th to Sunday, November 28.11th, 30.11.2025 – it opens its gates for an entire weekend. With temperatures now dropping, you can enjoy the pre-Christmas atmosphere and festive mood in the spa gardens by the Kurhaus, savoring mulled wine and the scent of roasted almonds.
We've prepared a lot not only in the park but also in the spa building. Upstairs in the spa building, many vendors await your visit with lovingly crafted decorations, handmade items, and more!
Friday 28.11.2025
Market hours: 16:00 PM to 22:00 PM
program:
17:00 PM – 17:30 PM: Program opening with the kindergarten children
18:00 PM – 22:00 PM: Live music with the band “Nachtexpress”
Nachtexpress, that's Caro and Niklas, a little less than a full band, but much more than just a DJ – they're your party team. The vocals are 100% live, the music is pre-recorded. But the entertainment, the atmosphere, and the fun show elements are never lacking. There are no boring breaks, because when they're not singing, you'll get high-energy DJ sets to dance to, and they can even fulfill almost any music request. This offers plenty of flexibility and guarantees a successful party.
Location: Kurpark at the Kurhaus and Kurhaus interior
Samstag 29.11.2025
Market hours: 16:00 PM to 22:00 PM
program:
16:00 PM – 18:00 PM: The community library is open
A festive atmosphere will prevail in the library – look forward to Christmas stories read aloud in a cozy setting. A chocolate surprise awaits every child.
Location: Kurhaus (lower level)
18:00 PM – 22:00 PM: Live music with the band “Sound of Music”
Sound of Music – Party music with character. Your soundtrack for the night. Sound of Music stands for high-energy live music, powerful vocals, real instruments, and a fantastic atmosphere. Their repertoire ranges from rock and pop to danceable party hits – familiar, captivating, and with their own unique sound. At the heart of it all is the powerful vocal duo, who impress with their energy, expression, and stage presence. Whether it's a heartfelt ballad or a party anthem – every note and every gesture is perfectly executed. The duo is supported by a tight-knit band featuring horns, percussion, drums, bass, guitar, keytar, and keyboards – all live, all authentic. Sound of Music impresses with its professionalism, infectious enthusiasm, and undeniable charm – the perfect band for city festivals, corporate events, open-air concerts, or any other stage where great music is in demand.
Location: Kurpark at the Kurhaus and Kurhaus interior
From 22:00 PM: X-Mas Rock at the "Zum Waldecker" clubhouse
A convivial get-together to warm up after the Christmas market. The "Zum Waldecker" clubhouse opens its doors to all those who haven't had enough after the Christmas market.
Location: Clubhouse “Zum Waldecker”, Wildunger Straße
Sonntag 30.11.2025
Market hours: 12:00 to 19:00
program:
12:00 – 15:00: Pony rides with the Dreher Ranch
Location: Spa park, outdoor area
12:00 – 19:00: Letters to Santa Claus
What could be more exciting than writing a letter to Santa Claus and receiving a personal reply! In our creative Christmas workshop at the Kurhaus, we've prepared everything you need to make your letters to Santa Claus colorful and heartfelt.
Location: Kurhaus, Foyer (Lower Level)
13:00 PM – 13:30 PM: Puppet theatre for children – “Real Sheep”
Gudes Theater Dorothea Wecker presents "Sheep" - stories from olden times: with a shepherd who takes good care of his flock, with brothers who are all important, with sheep of which not one is lost, and with a festive ending.
The play by and with Dorothea Wecker is suitable for children aged 4 and up, and for all those young at heart; it lasts approximately 30 minutes.
Admission: 10 euros per person; family ticket for 30 euros (2 adults and their own children or grandchildren).
Location: Film room (basement)
13:00 PM – 15:00 PM Christmas crafts for kids
Various craft activities for children of different ages with the parish worker Katharina Breves of the Evangelical Church District of Schwalm-Eder.
Location: Kurhaus, Foyer (Lower Level)
13:30 p.m.: Children's Flute Choir
Location: Kurpark, outdoor stage
14:30 p.m.: Dog show with dog dancing and tricks
with dog trainer Marie-Christin Noll from Mupfeldirwas
Location: Kurpark, outdoor stage
15:00 PM – 15:30 PM Author reading for children (accompanied by adults)
Bad Wildungen author Dagmar Grieneisen will read from her children's books, "The Green Dragon Redfoot." In these cheerful stories, the curious dragon Redfoot encounters many animals and marvels at their unique characteristics. Suitable for listeners of all ages, from 4 years and up. Admission is free! Afterwards, there will be an opportunity to meet the author and purchase signed copies of her book.
Location: Kurhaus, Club Room (Lower Level)
15:30 p.m.: Trombone choir with Stephan Peiffer and alphorn players
Location: Outdoor stage, Kurpark
16:30 PM: Grand drawing of the Christmas raffle
Location: Kurpark, outdoor stage