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Birmingham's German Market with Kids



Birmingham's famous German market is open! From 4th November to 23rd December the aroma of Gluhwein and gingerbread will be tempting passers by. Is it possible to enjoy it with children? Yes, with a little bit of a plan.

We have been taking our girls to the German market since they were babies. Amazingly, babies are actually easier to take to the market than older children because time it right, and they sleep through your bratwurst and hot chocolate.


Top tips for taking a baby:
If you can, visit on a weekday as it's quieter.
Consider a baby carrier rather than a pushchair.
Head for the moving toy and model stalls to keep little ones occupied.
If needed, use baby changing facilities in the Bullring or Grand Central (opposite Kitty Cafe).
Take plenty of layers in case it gets chilly.


For older children, there are plenty of stalls for them to browse. On our family visits, we spread out the food and drinks to keep them happy- drinking hot chocolate at one end of the market and eating crepes at the other end. This year Birmingham has a brilliant additional way to keep children engaged. Walking With The Snowman is a trail for families featuring 12 sculptures from Raymond Briggs 'The Snowman'. This runs between 17th November and 6th December. Some of the sculptures are near the market whilst others require a bit of a detour if you want to see them all.




Great Ideas to Make a Full Festive Brummy Day Out

Head up to the 5th floor of House of Fraser department store to visit their Snow Village for free.

Hop on a tram to the Jewellery Quarter for the Christmas window trail.

 Christmas Window at Hockley Jewellers


Visit The Bull in his Christmas outfit at the entrance to The Bullring. While you are there, head up to level two opposite Levi's to take festive photos at Express Your Elfie.

Book a family theatre visit.
From 20th November to 17th December The Old Rep Theatre is showing Alice in Wonderland
https://www.oldreptheatre.co.uk/calendar/calid=1,2,3,4,5,7,8,9,10,11,12&pid=3&viewid=1&event=353 
From 18th November Hippodrome is playing host to Goldilocks and the Three Bears
https://www.birminghamhippodrome.com/calendar/goldilocks/

Ride the big wheel and go ice skating in Centenary Square
www.iceskatebirmingham.co.uk
Location: Birmingham, UK

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