Feast of St. Nicholas in Germany
Sunday, December 6, 2026 ยท Europe/Berlin
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When is Feast of St. Nicholas in Germany in 2026?
Feast of St. Nicholas in Germany is on Sunday, December 6, 2026 (Europe/Berlin). As of October 15, 2026, thatโs 52 days ยท about 7 weeks ยท about 2 months. It falls on a Sunday.
Is Feast of St. Nicholas a public holiday in Germany?
Feast of St. Nicholas is widely observed in Germany, but it is not a nationwide public holiday. Some regions may still observe it locally.
How Germany celebrates
On Nikolaustag, German children polish boots and set them outside the door on the night of December 5; Nikolaus fills them with chocolate, mandarins, nuts and small toys, and often appears in person at kindergartens, schools and Christmas markets with his golden book.
What people eat
Chocolate St. Nicholas figures, Stutenkerl (Weckmann) sweet bread men, gingerbread, mandarins, nuts and speculoos biscuits.