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Erlangen lights up: First long shopping night on Black Friday!
Erlangen will celebrate its first Long Shopping Night on November 28, 2025. Shops open until 11 p.m. and create a festive atmosphere.
Erlangen lights up: First long shopping night on Black Friday!
On Friday, November 28, 2025, Erlangen city center will become a vibrant shopping center. On this day the first long shopping night takes place, which was announced to coincide with Black Friday. On October 30, 2025, the Erlangen city council decided by ordinance that participating shops in the city center could remain open until 11 p.m. This new regulation is intended to help open up new opportunities for stationary retail and bring a breath of fresh air to the city center, which will now be festively decorated.
Christian Frank, board member of *City Management Erlangen*, has already expressed his gratitude for the city council's decision. He emphasized the importance of the event for the revitalization of the city center and the special shopping experience that should be offered to customers. The Long Shopping Nights are part of a new city initiative that provides several dates a year when stores can extend their opening hours until 11 p.m. In addition to the last Friday in November, these are the first Friday after Ascension Day and the second Saturday in Advent, presenting an exciting opportunity for retailers to increase sales.
Festive atmosphere and many attractions
The event is accompanied by festive attractions set up in the city center. These include the traditional Forest Christmas on Schlossplatz, a historic Christmas market on Neustädter Kirchenplatz, the Old Town Christmas market on Altstädter Kirchenplatz and an ice skating rink with the title “Erlangen like on Ice” on the market square. A children's railway will also be available at Hugenottenplatz for younger visitors, which will provide a special experience.
The Long Shopping Night should not only be seen as an event, but also as a sign that Erlangen is committed to retail and the revitalization of the city center. The holistic concept is intended to provide an impetus for the region, especially in the busiest time of the year, when the run-up to Christmas begins. To find out more about the event, those interested can visit the website City-Management.
Overall, the Long Shopping Night promises an unforgettable experience for all Erlangen residents and visitors. If you need a good hand for Christmas gifts, you should definitely stop by on November 28th and enjoy the festive atmosphere.