German television networks announce 2026 Schlager music programming

German broadcasters have released schedules for Schlager music specials during the 2026 Christmas and New Year period. Helene Fischer is set to return to ZDF on the first day of Christmas following a previous hiatus. Her show, the “Helene Fischer Show”, is scheduled to be recorded in Düsseldorf on October 30 and 31.

Organizers have requested that audience members refrain from wearing Halloween costumes during these recordings to avoid confusing television viewers when the program eventually airs in December. The event is described as a festive gala requiring appropriate formal attire.

Other scheduled programming includes Giovanni Zarrella’s Christmas show on December 3, broadcast live from Offenburg. Florian Silbereisen will host “Das Adventsfest der 100.000 Lichter” on November 28 at the Congress Centrum Suhl. Additionally, Andy Borg will host a special edition of “Schlager-Spaß” on SWR in November to support the “Herzenssache” children's charity.