Seniors aged 60 and over can expect a pre-Christmas program at the town hall on December 5th
With music, dancing, and a varied entertainment program, the town of Groß-Gerau aims to get its senior citizens in the Christmas spirit. On Saturday, December 5, 2026, the town's senior citizens' services invite everyone to the traditional Advent celebration at the town hall. The event begins at 2 p.m., with doors opening at 1 p.m. Tickets go on sale on Monday, November 2. All residents of Groß-Gerau aged 60 and over are invited.
Tickets cost four euros. Coffee, tea, and cake are included in the price. Transportation can be arranged for people with mobility impairments upon request.
Music and dance to get in the Christmas spirit
The city's senior citizens' services have put together a diverse program for the Advent celebration. Numerous clubs, music groups, and students from Groß-Gerau are participating in the afternoon's activities.
The trombone choir of the Protestant city church congregation, the Groß-Gerau 1933 e. V. accordion club and the dance department of the Groß-Gerau gymnastics club will be participating.
Students from the Groß-Gerau municipal music school are also participating. Further contributions come from the "Fidele Ukulelen" (Merry Ukuleles) and the choir and musical group of the Wallerstädten primary school.
Visitors can expect a mix of musical performances and dance shows.
Coffee and cake are included in the admission price
Besides the entertainment program, the social gathering is the main focus of the event.
For four euros, guests receive an entrance ticket which includes coffee, tea, and cake. Additional cold drinks are available at reasonable prices.
The city requests that all participants bring their own coffee set.
The beverage service will be provided by the social group of the German Red Cross local chapter in Wallerstädten. In addition, numerous volunteers will support the municipal senior citizens' services team in organizing the event.
Tickets are available at six locations throughout the city
Advance ticket sales begin on Monday, November 2nd. To enable as many older people as possible to attend, tickets will be available at various locations in Groß-Gerau and its districts.
The following sales dates are scheduled:
| Date and time | Point of sale |
|---|---|
| Monday, November 2nd, 10am–12pm | City Museum, Am Marktplatz 3 |
| Tuesday, November 3, 10–11 a.m | Village center of Wallerstädten, An der Pforte 15 |
| Wednesday, November 4, 10–11 a.m | Dornheim Town Hall, Rathausplatz 1 |
| Wednesday, November 4, 10–10:30 a.m | Old School Berkach, Rathausstraße 13 |
| Wednesday, November 4, 2–3 p.m | Haus Alba, An der Römerbrücke 39 |
| Thursday, November 5, 9 a.m. – 12:30 p.m | Haus Raiss, Frankfurter Straße 46 |
Reservations can also be made by phone or email
Those who do not have the opportunity to visit one of the advance ticket sales points can also reserve their tickets.
The municipal senior citizens' services are accepting reservations from Monday, November 2nd, up to and including Friday, November 6th, 2026.
This can be done by phone at 06152 7165120 or by email to seniorenarbeit@gross-gerau.de.
Transportation service for people with walking disabilities
To enable people with limited mobility to participate in the Advent celebration, the city offers a transport service for people with walking disabilities if needed.
Anyone wishing to use this service should contact the municipal senior citizens' services early.
Requests for the transport service must be received by Thursday, November 19, 2026 at the latest.
The most important data
What: Advent celebration of the municipal senior citizens' services in Groß-Gerau
When: Saturday, December 5, 2026
Start: 2 pm, doors open at 1 pm
Where: Groß-Gerau Town Hall
For whom: Residents aged 60 and over
Admission: 4 euros including coffee, tea and cake
Ticket sales: November 2nd to 5th at six sales points
Reservation: November 2nd to 6th, 2026
Telephone: 06152 7165120
Email: seniorenarbeit@gross-gerau.de
Transportation service: Available on request for people with walking disabilities
Registration deadline for the driving service: Thursday, November 19, 2026
Important note: Please bring your own coffee set
(GROSS-GERAU – RED/PSGG)
