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95th Christmas Bazaar · Ecumenical & charitable

Athens Christmas Bazaar 2026

We look forward to seeing you again!

28 – 29 November 2026 Sat 10:00–18:00, Sun 10:00–13:00 Deutsche Schule Athen, Marousi Free entry
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Since 1931, hundreds of volunteers have turned the first weekend of Advent into a celebration of giving – brought together by the Evangelical Diaconal Association, the German-speaking Protestant Church and the Catholic Community of St. Michael in Athens.

1931Since
95thBazaar 2026
2days · Sat–Sun
100%volunteer-run

Under the patronage of the Embassies of Germany, Austria & Switzerland

Deutsche Botschaft Athen – LogoÖsterreichische Botschaft Athen – LogoSchweizerische Botschaft in Griechenland – Logo

Organiser & host

Evangelical Diaconal Association – LogoDeutsche Schule Athen – Logo

Your impact

Where the money goes

Every euro goes where it’s needed most – to people in Athens who need our support.

Ecumenical social outreach

Funding the shared social work of both church communities.

German-speaking Protestant Church – LogoCatholic Community of St. Michael – Logo

Haus Koroneos care home

Supporting the “Haus Koroneos” care home for the elderly and its residents.

Haus Koroneos – Evangelical Diaconal Association – Logo

Direct aid

Immediate help for people in need – quick and without red tape.

Help us help

The sponsors of the 2025 bazaar

A heartfelt thank-you to the businesses that supported the 94th bazaar – and made our social work possible.

Become a 2026 sponsor

At the bazaar

What awaits you at the Christmas Bazaar

From Advent wreaths and original gift ideas to traditional German specialities and a rich entertainment programme – browse, enjoy the Christmas Bazaar and help us do good.

Click a Christmas bauble to see photos of that stall.

Advent wreaths – Fir wreaths with German candles and thoughtful decoration – each one unique.
Advent wreathsFir wreaths with German candles and thoughtful decoration – each one unique.2025 photos
Advent calendars, Stollen & Christmas pastries – Traditional German Stollen, fine Christmas pastries and festive treats – counting down the days to Christmas.
Advent calendars, Stollen & Christmas pastriesTraditional German Stollen, fine Christmas pastries and festive treats – counting down the days to Christmas.2025 photos
Traditional flavours from our countries – German specialities and sweets, traditional Swiss products and fine Austrian delicacies – a taste of home in Athens.
Traditional flavours from our countriesGerman specialities and sweets, traditional Swiss products and fine Austrian delicacies – a taste of home in Athens.2025 photos
Original gift ideas & handmade creations – Traditional Christmas items, candles, calendars, jewellery and handicrafts, homemade jam, handmade decorations, knitwear and one-of-a-kind pieces – small gifts with a big impact, made with love.
Original gift ideas & handmade creationsTraditional Christmas items, candles, calendars, jewellery and handicrafts, homemade jam, handmade decorations, knitwear and one-of-a-kind pieces – small gifts with a big impact, made with love.2025 photos
Mulled wine, beer & more – Aromatic mulled wine, punch, German beer, sparkling wine, coffee and other refreshments – perfect for a cosy break at the bazaar.
Mulled wine, beer & moreAromatic mulled wine, punch, German beer, sparkling wine, coffee and other refreshments – perfect for a cosy break at the bazaar.2025 photos
Savoury delights – Bratwurst, Currywurst, Leberkäse, sauerkraut, potato salad, pumpkin soup, deli sandwiches and pretzels – a culinary highlight not to be missed.
Savoury delightsBratwurst, Currywurst, Leberkäse, sauerkraut, potato salad, pumpkin soup, deli sandwiches and pretzels – a culinary highlight not to be missed.2025 photos
Sweet temptations – Homemade German cakes & tortes, the scent of fresh waffles, candy floss and chocolate-covered fruit – a treat for young and old.
Sweet temptationsHomemade German cakes & tortes, the scent of fresh waffles, candy floss and chocolate-covered fruit – a treat for young and old.2025 photos
Book bazaar – German and foreign-language literature, sorted by genre – browse and discover.
Book bazaarGerman and foreign-language literature, sorted by genre – browse and discover.2025 photos
Second-hand – Women's, men's and children's clothing, shoes & accessories, toys, antiques and household items – discover little treasures.
Second-handWomen's, men's and children's clothing, shoes & accessories, toys, antiques and household items – discover little treasures.2025 photos
Raffle – Many attractive prizes and great rewards – every ticket supports the bazaar's charitable cause.
RaffleMany attractive prizes and great rewards – every ticket supports the bazaar's charitable cause.2025 photos
Children’s programme – Crafts, face painting, a visit from St. Nicholas and a magic show – endless fun for our youngest guests.
Children’s programmeCrafts, face painting, a visit from St. Nicholas and a magic show – endless fun for our youngest guests.2025 photos
Live music & entertainment – Christmas carols meet modern and rock sounds – our varied entertainment programme has something for everyone.
Live music & entertainmentChristmas carols meet modern and rock sounds – our varied entertainment programme has something for everyone.2025 photos
Volunteers sorting and packing donated goods at the Athens Christmas Bazaar

Social work since 1931

From one idea to lasting help

What started in 1931 as a single Advent bazaar has grown into a network of practical, on-the-ground support – from a care home for the elderly to a bicultural school.

  • 1931

    The first Advent bazaar, inspired by the appeal “Who will help me to help others?” (Rev. Dr. Carl Kindermann, 1930).

  • 1935

    A care home for the elderly is founded.

  • 1974

    A German-Greek contact and information centre opens.

  • 1979

    The “Athener Schule” opens, offering bicultural education.

  • 2006

    The “Haus Koroneos” care home for the elderly is established.

Visit us

Plan your visit

Dates

28 – 29 November 2026
Saturday & Sunday
Sat 10:00–18:00, Sun 10:00–13:00

Location

Deutsche Schule Athen (DSA), Dimokritou 6 & Germanikis Scholis Athinon, 151 23 Marousi. Open in Maps ↗

Full information in Deutsch and Ελληνικά.