Birmingham’s Frankfurt Christmas Market is a vibrant, traditional German-style Christmas Market outside of Austria and Germany and is packed full of continental festive fayre and traditional goods that are guaranteed to put a smile on your face. From the traditional German bratwurst sausage and gluhwein stands through to the intricate lacework, porcelain and handmade gifts, you may have to step back and remind yourself you are in this modern metropolis which is transformed into a quaint German Christmas world. Over the years, Birmingham's singing Christmas moose (Chris Moose) has become a Christmas attraction in his own right. Located directly in front of the Council House entrance, the singing moose (Chris to his mates) guarantees a Christmassy atmosphere and a lot of fun for young and old. Carols in the City as well as daily bands on the Christmas market stage create a romantic Christmas atmosphere. Enjoy a hot mug of gluhwein while listening to traditional Christmas songs or great Jazz music.

Away from the market, you can explore the famous Bullring and Grand Central for the ultimate shopping and dining experience - it has the UK's biggest Primark with the world's biggest Greggs! Alternatively discover the thriving Jewellery Quarter with over 700 jewellers and independent retailers including museums and great places to eat and drink.

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Vibrant and cosmopolitan, world-class culture and scintillating shopping, Birmingham is now one of Europe’s most exciting cities. Its compact, pedestrian-friendly centre, public squares and revitalised canals provide an attractive setting for a visit full of pleasant surprises.

The famous Bullring is the glamorous heart of Birmingham with over 160 imaginative and desirable shops to explore. Since opening in 2003 the Bullring has helped to transform shopping in Birmingham – making it one of the most popular destinations for retail therapy in the UK. Known both for its vibrant mix of shops and restaurants and for the iconic Selfridges building (which was inspired by a Paco Rabanne sequinned dress) it offers the perfect shopping experience with over 200 brands and retailers, and more than 40 restaurants and cafés to relax in. For more information on what you will find at the Bullring, please click here (opens in a new window).

You can also find the UK's biggest Primark in Birmingham with the world's biggest Greggs! The historic side of Birmingham also offers a unique experience for you to discover with over 1400 years of history, seeing it develop into one of the leading industrial towns in Britain, with an extensive canal system and great prosperity. A visit to the thriving Jewellery Quarter is not to be missed with over 700 jewellers and independent retailers including museums and great places to eat and drink, bringing modern life and history together into a wonderful experience.