Switching on the Christmas Lights: Eppingen Festively Starts the Advent Season
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When Eppingen shines in lights
On Friday, November 27, 2026, the pre-Christmas season begins in Eppingen: The Christmas lights will be ceremoniously switched on in the market square. Afterwards, the XXL shopping invites visitors to stroll, shop, and enjoy in the city center and old town until 10 PM.
More than 200 glowing spheres
The Eppingen Christmas lights transform Altstadtstraße, Brettener Straße, and Bahnhofstraße into a festive winter setting. More than 200 glowing spheres provide warm lighting accents and create a cheerful market atmosphere among historic buildings, shops, and the paths through the city center.
Ceremonial opening in the market square
The official switching on begins at 6 PM in the Eppingen market square. A short ceremony with speeches marks the start of the evening and signals the beginning of the Eppingen Christmas shopping season.
XXL shopping and winter treats
Participating shops will remain open until 10 PM. The XXL shopping combines a local shopping experience with pre-Christmas conviviality. Various stalls offer mulled wine, punch, waffles, sausages, and other seasonal delicacies for market-goers. The activities of local merchants make the evening a special occasion for Christmas shopping and relaxed browsing.
Regional city center with festive character
The evening represents a vibrant city center, local economy, and personal advice in local trade. Amidst the glow of lights, scents, and winter atmosphere, visitors discover gift ideas, seasonal goods, and the unique combination of old-town charm and regional shopping experience.
The city of Eppingen and the city marketing association shape the tradition of the Christmas lights. Since 2014, the festive switching on with extended shopping hours has been a staple in the city’s pre-Christmas event calendar.
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Those who want to experience the start of the Advent season in a special atmosphere will find a delightful blend of light ceremony, XXL shopping, regional trade, and winter treats at the switching on of the Christmas lights in Eppingen. Come to the market square and experience the Eppingen light magic live.
