Fredericksburg during Weihnachtszeit, or "the Christmas season" in German, has often been compared to a Hallmark movie – and with good reason. The town’s Historic Main Street is decorated in its holiday best, the area’s lodging properties can provide you with a home away from home, and special events round out the season.
Christmas Night of Lights
Christmas Nights of Lights
One of the highlights of the holidays is “Fredericksburg’s Christmas Nights of Lights”, a nightly lighting ceremony featuring carols, history and a grand finale countdown as the town’s square, Marktplatz, is transformed into a holiday wonderland. The program begins with music at 5 p.m., followed by the audio program at 6 p.m.
Enjoy the beauty of Fredericksburg’s 26-foot tall authentic German Christmas Pyramid and its 30-foot-tall Community Christmas tree, which serve as the centerpieces to Main Street.
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One of the more than 1,500 vacation properties available for rental in Fredericksburg
Unique Places to Stay
With so much to see and do, you will want to extend your stay. One of the area’s more than 1,500 vacation rentals can provide a picture-perfect setting to spend time with family and friends while enjoying holiday meals, exchanging gifts or just getting away from the hectic holiday rush.
If a hotel or motel is more your style, Fredericksburg has that too. Many of Fredericksburg’s unique places to stay will be decorated for the holidays.
Texas Wine Country
Whether it’s a glass of Texas Tempranillo or a cup of German Glühwein, Texas Wine Country offers plenty of holiday-themed activities, including special holiday releases.
Discover the best of Texas Wine Country by booking a tour or simply tasting your way along Fredericksburg’s Urban Wine Trail.
Discover the Flavors of Fredericksburg
Leave the cooking to someone else this holiday season and explore Fredericksburg’s award-winning culinary scene. Taste authentic German fare, Tex-Mex, barbecue or Hill Country Farm to Table. With so many choices, you are sure to find something for everyone’s palate.
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Christmas in Fredericksburg
Plan Ahead
In this often busy holiday season, it is important to plan by booking your lodging, restaurant and attraction choices in advance of arrival. Visiting Fredericksburg Sunday through Thursday provides several benefits, including the best price on the town’s wide variety of places to stay, a personalized experience at area wineries, more space and time to browse shops, museums, and art galleries, plus less wait time at local restaurants.
To plan a holiday trip to the Texas Hill Country or to make plans for a trip to the area in 2024, go to VisitFredericksburgTX.com.
