The best Christmas gifts in Leipzig
Christmas 2025 is approaching and with it the annual question: What should I give this year? Here are 19 creative gift ideas.
Leipzig is ablaze with lights, the streets are decorated and the smell of mulled wine fills the air. But while the anticipation of the festive season builds up, stress often creeps in: Crowded city centers, endless queues and uncertainty as to whether the gift will even arrive.
But don't panic! Your personal Christmas guide is here to help you find the perfect gift. Whether for family, friends or colleagues - we present you with the best gift ideas for Christmas in Leipzig. Our inspirations will not only make gift-giving more loving, but also stress-free and with a touch of Leipzig charm ✨
Leipzig not only offers wonderful Christmas markets, but also a wealth of creative gift ideas. From unique handmade items from the region to experience gifts - you are guaranteed to find something special for your Christmas presents here.
Secret concert vouchers
Our Geheimkonzerte - that's pure excitement according to the motto: "Just let yourself be surprised!"
What will we tell you? The time of the concert and where we meet. What we don't reveal? The location and which special artists await you! This is the perfect gift for adventurers and anyone who wants to get a little out of their comfort zone. Imagine immersing yourself in a secret world of music with your friends and experiencing an evening full of surprises and a unique atmosphere - now that's something different! 💜
🎄 FOR WHOM? Music lovers and anyone who likes to be surprised
💰 HOW MUCH? 24,90€
Was once your workshop
At War Mal Deins, you can discover your creative side! In addition to sewing courses, there are also exciting embroidery and screen printing courses - ideal for anyone who wants to create their own designs on textiles. Simply register and get started! 💜 What you can learn:
Screen printing: print your own designs on T-shirts and fabrics.
Sewing course: Sew your own wrap skirt or jersey top and learn how to use the sewing machine.
Embroidery course: add individual accents to your fabrics with embroidery.
🎄 FOR WHOM? Creative minds and anyone who wants to try out new craft skills
💰 HOW MUCH? Between €12 and €37 depending on the course
Workshops at Studio Papaya
At Studio Papaya, you can finally immerse yourself in the world of ceramics! Whether hand-building or turning on the potter's wheel - there's something here for all creative types. The perfect gift for your girlfriend, your brother or your mom 💜
Courses:
Weekend Throwing Class: In this two-day course you will learn the basics of throwing on the potter's wheel and create your first ceramic pieces. - 159€
Try the Wheel: Taster course on the turntable - 89€
Handbuilding Workshop: Ceramics without a wheel - 59€
🎄 FOR WHOM? Anyone who loves pottery or simply wants to try it out
💰 HOW MUCH? Depending on the course, between €59 and €159 For private workshops, simply send us an email or take a look at the FAQs.
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Spending time together: Museum of Fine Arts
Spending time together: Museum der bildenden Künste LeipzigThe MdbK presents masterpieces from the late Middle Ages to the present day in its spectacular glass cube - from Cranach to Caspar David Friedrich to contemporary art from Leipzig. A voucher or an annual ticket is the perfect Christmas present: it gives you access to changing special exhibitions and a varied cultural program. Vouchers are available at the museum ticket office - a gift that brings joy all year round. You can get an annual pass for as little as €22.50, or you can also give a voucher for a joint visit as a gift.
🎄 FOR WHOM? Art and culture enthusiasts or those who want to become one
💰 HOW MUCH? You can buy vouchers with different values at the museum ticket office
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Experience theater all year round: Schauspiel Leipzig
Schauspiel Leipzig inspires with a diverse repertoire on several stages - from classics to world premieres of contemporary plays. A gift subscription or voucher is a great choice for theater lovers and anyone who wants to become one. Vouchers are available at the theater box office and in the webshop in any value for any budget.
🎄 FOR WHOM? Ideal for culture lovers of all ages, theater novices and passionate fans
💰 HOW MUCH? The gift subscription with three performances costs €75 (seat group I) and is available from 1.11. to 31.12.2025
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The canteen - pool billiards & darts
Mensa is the hotspot for pool billiards fans in Leipzig! A stylish billiards room with an industrial flair awaits you in the Westwerk on Karl-Heine-Straße, equipped with 15 well-maintained pool tables, 6 steel dart boards, a snooker table and a carom table. Whether funk, jazz, rock or hip hop - everything is played here, except chart music! Special offers
At the bar you will find a selection of local and national beers, trendy soft drinks and Italian coffee specialties. Perfect for a time-out or an evening with friends.
🎄 FOR WHOM? Billiards and darts fans who like a relaxed atmosphere and good music
💰 Price range: vouchers available
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Urban Sports Club - exercise and relaxation with a voucher
With the Urban Sports Club gift voucher, you can give your loved ones the best of fitness and relaxation: whether it's yoga, bouldering, boxing or relaxed wellness sessions - there's something for everyone here! A gift that is not only fun, but also really good for body and mind. 🧘♀️
🎄 FOR WHOM? Sports fans, relaxation seekers and anyone who wants to bring more movement into their lives
⏰ WHEN? At any time - the vouchers can be redeemed flexibly
💰 HOW MUCH? From 69€
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Design your gift in Werk 2
At WERK 2, the Kulturfabrik Leipzig, your Christmas present will be a creative mission this year! Here you can get something truly unique instead of the usual department store round. Try out your own printing techniques in the graphic printing workshop and give away unique time vouchers, shape your own work of art from hot glass in the glass blowing workshop or find special favorite pieces in the ceramics workshop. Whether you're a beginner or a DIY pro - there's something for everyone. So, add a little Christmas magic to your gift ideas - and make them truly unique!
🎄 FOR WHOM? Families, groups of friends and anyone who loves special, homemade gifts
💰 HOW MUCH? Something for every budget
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Books with attitude: Rotorbooks
Rotorbooks is a specialized bookshop for theory, literature and contemporary art in Kolonnadenstraße. Here you will find a curated range of books far removed from the mainstream - from philosophical essays and sophisticated contemporary literature to high-quality art books. The cozy bookshop in historic rooms is a place to browse and discover. A book voucher is the perfect gift for anyone who loves books that make you think.
🎄 FOR WHOM? Ideal for those interested in theory, art lovers, philosophy fans and anyone looking for intellectually challenging reading. Also perfect for people who appreciate independent bookshops <3
💰 HOW MUCH? Gift vouchers can be ordered by telephone on +49 341 24810103 or by e-mail to books@rotorbooks.de. The value can be set individually - so the gift fits every budget. Or you know the taste of your loved ones and choose a book directly
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Endless: The gift for brunch lovers
Still looking for a gift for the ultimate breakfast fan? Here's your tip: give the gift of a brunch experience that isn't tied to the time of day, but makes the whole day feel like a fresh start - even if it's already dark outside. European and Asian flavors merge into a taste explosion that simply delights everyone: omnivores, vegetarians, vegans - there's something for everyone here. And the best thing? It feels like a second living room, where you can stay and simply enjoy.
🎄 FOR WHOM? Everyone who loves good food, friends of brunch culture and conscious nutrition, and who want to experience special moments.
💰 Price range: Priceless... er, no, affordable!
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Cinema away from the mainstream: Cinémathèque Leipzig
The Cinémathèque Leipzig is a special place for film culture - it shows films in their original version with subtitles, curated film series and experimental formats, accompanied by film talks and discussions.cinematheque-leipzig The award-winning arthouse cinema shows current arthouse highlights as well as film history beyond the mainstream.cinematheque-leipzig A voucher or membership is the perfect gift for anyone who loves cinema as a cultural experience.
🎄 FOR WHOM? Ideal for cineastes, language enthusiasts (thanks to original versions), culture vultures and anyone who wants more than blockbuster movies. Also perfect for new discoverers of sophisticated films
💰 HOW MUCH? Vouchers are available for €7 at the Box Office or by order. An annual membership costs €30 - a small gift with a big impact for a whole cinema year
A gift full of action: give the gift of bouldering
Give the gift of a real adventure this year: Bouldering involves climbing the wall without a rope - just you, your friends or family and thick mats to ensure a safe landing. Bouldering is the perfect mix of sport and fun and offers something for everyone, whether you're a beginner or an expert. It challenges strength, skill and brains, and you're guaranteed to end up with sore muscles to be proud of! With a great selection of routes that keep changing, it never gets boring and everyone will find a new challenge. All you need to bring are comfortable sports clothes - climbing shoes are available on site.
🎄 FOR WHOM? Ideal for friends, families and colleagues who want to try something different and have fun together
💰 Price range: vouchers in a freely selectable value - perfect for every budget
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Beer, action and fun in the Sterni world!
Are you looking for a Christmas present that will be fun and memorable? Then head to Sterni World! Two hours of brewery action await you and your friends, including beer knowledge, a tour of the brewhouse and - best of all - a real Sterni tasting at the end! 🍻
🎄 FOR WHOM?
For everyone who loves beer and likes to celebrate together. Perfect for friends, colleagues and in-laws who want to experience something new!
💰 Price range: approx. €8 per person - that leaves more for the legendary Sterni fan merchandise
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Ice Age Deluxe: Winter fun in Leipzig's ICEDOME
In Leipzig's ICEDOME, you can glide through a real journey through time on skates - but don't worry, the hall is ultra-modern and not a bit dusty! You can skate to your heart's content on a huge ice rink or compete in curling. The charming, historic setting is simply the perfect "Instagrammable" highlight for winter - better than any Christmas market! And even if it's really uncomfortable outside: You're guaranteed a winter wonderland atmosphere in here - minus the cold feet.
🎄 FOR WHOM? For all cool kids from young to young at heart: Families, groups of friends, couples and colleagues who want to celebrate winter - with or without penguin company
💰 Price range: €10-15 for skating fun, vouchers in all imaginable variations
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And let's be honest: Christmas in Leipzig isn't just a gift-buying marathon, it's also about palpitations, the smell of mulled wine and the question of what to actually give. But in the end, it's not that complicated. It's not about the biggest package under the tree or the fanciest bow (even if it does look good!). It's about making the people around you happy. A joy that makes them laugh, that perhaps moves them to tears, or that simply comes from the heart.
So, go for it - be creative, be brave, and above all: stay relaxed. Leipzig has everything you need to find the right gifts that come from the heart. So don't stress if it's not the "perfect gift". Sometimes it's the small, unexpected things that make the biggest impact. And if you're still thinking, "Oh man, I still don't have a plan!", then remember: a smile, a hug and time together - that's the best thing you can give. Everything else is just the icing on the cake. In the end, Christmas is a feeling. And you can find that everywhere here in Leipzig - on the streets, in the stores and, above all, among the people.
With this in mind, have fun browsing and giving presents - and have an unforgettable Christmas!
