: The live gala was replaced by a "Best-of" special due to the pandemic.
The show, a Christmas staple since 2011, usually features the Schlager queen alongside international guest stars for a three-hour gala on December 25th. While the 2022 show didn't air, fans were offered alternative content: : The live gala was replaced by a
: On October 1, 2022, ZDF aired "Helene Fischer – Wenn alles durchdreht," featuring highlights from her massive Munich performance. a Christmas staple since 2011