 In 2003 the yearly Union "Weihnachtssingen" (Christmas Carols Singing) started as an unofficial gathering to which just 89 fans showed up.In 2013, 27,500 people attended, including players and supporters of other teams from around Germany and Europe.Fans drink Glühwein (mulled wine), wave candles around, light flares and sing a combination of Christmas carols and football chants.