A round building is illuminated in blue at night. It stands next to a pond. Trees surround the building. Star-shaped lights are scattered around the area.

Christmas Garden

Dresden

November 19, 2026 – January 10, 2027
Pillnitz Palace & Park

As twilight falls, the magic begins

Advance tickets are now on sale!

The Christmas Garden Dresden back! Tickets for the 2026 season are now on sale. Look forward to an atmospheric stroll through the festively lit Pillnitz Palace and Park, and secure your tickets now for the most popular days at the Christmas Garden.

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A large historic building is illuminated at night. Colorful lights are arranged in patterns and cone shapes on the lawn.

Illuminated water features at night are reflected in a pond. An illuminated building and trees can be seen in the background.

Let yourself be enchanted

The dreamlike park of the famous Pillnitz Castle will once again be Christmas Garden Dresden into the Christmas Garden Dresden this year and given a new, magnificent Christmas makeover when the imaginatively staged circular trail lights up for the seventh time. Unique light designs will continue to surprise even our guests from previous years. Discover a world of magical atmosphere with your loved ones, accompanied by festive classics. Let yourself be carried away by the many glittering illuminations into a unique, enchantingly bright Christmas wonderland.

Secure your tickets now for Dresden's most popular destination during the Christmas season. It pays to book early! The cheapest tickets are available online and in advance.

Welcome to the Christmas Garden Dresden

Plan your magical journey, immerse yourself in a glittering world of lights, and spend relaxing hours in the Christmas Garden.

Your visit

All information about opening hours, directions, admission times, and location map.

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FAQ – Questions and answers

Answers to frequently asked questions about visiting the Christmas Garden.

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catering

You will find a wide range of dining options along the circular route.

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A family of four takes a selfie on a sidewalk at night. Vertical purple lights shine around them.

Family days at a special price

Our family days offer you the ideal opportunity to immerse yourselves in the sparkling magic of the Christmas Garden—at an exclusive promotional price of just €39.90. Secure your tickets now and experience the unforgettable sea of lights at Pillnitz Castle and Park!

Our Family Days will take place exclusively on November 19, November 25, December 1, December 8, and January 6.

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Dresden's most popular ice rink

The ice rink at Christmas Garden Dresden offers an unforgettable winter experience in the midst of the enchantingly illuminated Pillnitz Castle & Park. Take a spin on Dresden's most popular ice rink and enjoy skating fun for young and old alike. Skates are available for hire, and warming drinks and winter treats ensure a cozy break in between. Surrounded by twinkling lights and Christmas music, ice skating becomes an atmospheric highlight at Pillnitz Castle and Park.

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What our guests say

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