2026 Marketing Event Calendar for Small Businesses
Plan your 2026 marketing campaigns with our event-packed calendar – full of creative tips and unique ideas to help your small business stay visible all year round.
Let’s be honest: supporting customers, answering enquiries and running marketing at the same time often feels like a marathon. That’s exactly where our 2026 marketing calendar comes in. It helps you plan the year in a structured way without added pressure.
The calendar highlights key dates, creative campaign ideas and practical inspiration to help you reach customers and work more efficiently. Whether you plan far ahead or just want to stay a few steps ahead, this guide helps you use seasonal opportunities effectively.
January: New Year
Date: 1 January
A new year means new opportunities for your business. Many people set resolutions, plan changes, and feel motivated to make a fresh start. This makes it an ideal opportunity for small and medium-sized businesses to gain visibility with inspiring campaigns and clear messaging.
Tips for your business:
- Launch a “Fresh Start 2026” campaign with limited-time offers
- Use colours such as silver, white, and gold in your New Year advertising for a festive look
- Share a post like “Our Vision for 2026” to build closer connections with your audience
February: Valentine’s Day
Date: 14 February
Valentine’s Day is well established in Germany as an occasion for gifts, experiences, and special gestures. Retail, hospitality, and service businesses in particular benefit from the increased emotional willingness to spend.
Tips for your business:
- Run a social media giveaway featuring love or friendship stories
- Create Valentine’s bundles for couples, friends, or self-care enthusiasts
- Offer a virtual event or consultation to help customers choose the perfect gift
February/March: Carnival / Fasching (regional)
Period: February to early March (varies by region)
Carnival and Fasching have strong cultural significance, especially in North Rhine-Westphalia, Rhineland-Palatinate, Bavaria, and Baden-Württemberg. Colourful and humorous campaigns work particularly well during this time.
Tips for your business:
- Costume or theme-based discounts
- Social media campaigns featuring fancy dress
- Limited-time “Carnival specials”
March: National Employee Appreciation Day
Date: 6 March
Satisfied employees are a key success factor. This day is a great opportunity to show appreciation and strengthen your employer brand.
Tips for your business:
- Organise a team event or shared lunch
- Share employee spotlights on social media
- Partner with local businesses to offer small perks
April: April Fools’ Day
Date: 1 April
April 1 is firmly established in Germany as well – making it the perfect chance to show humour and give your brand a more human touch.
Tips for your business:
- A humorous social media post or short video
- A playful “fake product” announcement
- A giveaway centred around creative April Fools’ jokes
Tip: Stay respectful – it should be fun for everyone.
April: Easter
Period: Early/mid-April (2026: Easter Sunday is April 5)
Easter is one of the most important seasonal events in German retail. Families, springtime themes, and gifting are front and centre.
Tips for your business:
- Easter bundles or spring promotions
- Family-focused campaigns
- Content around fresh starts and spring renewal
May: Labour Day
Date: 1 May
A public holiday often linked to long weekends. Ideal for leisure, outdoor, and service-related offers.
Tips for your business:
- “Start of May” promotions
- Outdoor or seasonal offers
- Local events or partnerships
May: Mother’s Day
Date: 10 May 2026
Mother’s Day is an emotional occasion with strong purchase intent. Customers look for personal gifts and meaningful experiences.
Tips for your business:
- Special products, menus, or experiences
- Creative workshops for personalised gifts
- Collaborations with local makers
May: Father’s Day / Ascension Day
Date: 14 May 2026
Father’s Day in Germany is strongly experience-driven, with outings, food, and shared activities taking centre stage.
Tips for your business:
- Experience-based or food-focused offers
- Family or group promotions
- Humorous social media campaigns
September: Back to School
Period: August–September (varies by federal state)
The start of the school year is a major transition for families and comes with high demand for products and services.
Tips for your business:
- Back-to-school bundles or discounts
- Helpful guide-style content for parents
- Partnerships with local providers
October: World Mental Health Day
Date: 10 October
An important occasion to show responsibility and encourage open conversations about mental health.
Tips for your business:
- Partnerships with relevant organisations
- Wellness or health days for employees
- Informative and supportive social media content
October: Oktoberfest (seasonal)
Period: Late September to early October
Even outside Bavaria, Oktoberfest themes are widely used for marketing purposes.
Tips for your business:
- Themed promotions or limited-edition products
- Social media campaigns
- Event-based offers
October: Halloween
Date: 31 October
Halloween is becoming increasingly popular in Germany, especially in retail and hospitality.
Tips for your business:
- Mystery discounts or themed bundles
- Costume competitions on social media
- In-store or online shop decorations
November: Black Friday / Cyber Monday
Dates: November 27 & 30, 2026
The biggest online shopping days of the year – also firmly established in Germany.
Tips for your business:
- Early announcements to build anticipation
- Exclusive offer bundles
- Flash sales with countdowns
December: St Nicholas Day, Advent & Christmas / New Year
Period: 1–31 December
Advent and Christmas represent the most important sales period of the year.
Tips for your business:
- Advent calendar-style promotions
- Gift sets or pre-wrapped products
- Thank-you campaigns for loyal customers
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This information is general in nature and does not constitute financial or business advice. You should consider whether any financing options are appropriate for your circumstances.
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