Copenhagen Christmas Events & Things to Do 2025
Your complete guide to the best christmas events in Copenhagen and surrounding areas
Copenhagen shines for Christmas 2025 with bustling Christmas markets and festive events across Strøget, Nyhavn, and around City Hall Square where the Christmas Tree Lighting is a highlight. Copenhagen Christmas Markets 2025 and a performance of George Balanchine's The Nutcracker bring seasonal entertainment and neighborhood charm. From parades to cozy market stalls and holiday activities under the lights, Copenhagen combines historic streets and waterfront views for a magical festive season.
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Christmas Markets
60 eventsMultiple Christmas markets across Copenhagen
Christmas Shows
21 eventsGeorge Balanchine's iconic Nutcracker ballet
Christmas Parties
15 eventsNew Year's Eve Gala with DJ from MUSEO club
Christmas Lights
9 eventsWorld-renowned Christmas market with magical light displays.
Other Christmas Activities
15 eventsOfficial lighting of Copenhagen's main Christmas tree
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Copenhagen Christmas Markets 2025
Multiple Christmas markets across Copenhagen
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George Balanchine's The Nutcracker
(København K)
George Balanchine's iconic Nutcracker ballet
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Christmas Tree Lighting at Copenhagen City Hall Square
Official lighting of Copenhagen's main Christmas tree
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Jul i Tivoli
World-renowned Christmas market with magical light displays.
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Ringsted Julemarked
(Ringsted)
Vast 1000 m² marquee Christmas market by historic church.
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H.C. Andersen Christmas Market
(Odense)
Historic Christmas market with 19th-century Danish focus.
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Christmas Giving Opportunities Near Copenhagen
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Copenhagen Christmas FAQ
The biggest annual events include the Tivoli Christmas Festival, the H.C. Andersen Christmas Market, and the Christmas market at Nytorv, all drawing large crowds each year.
Copenhagen is known for its tradition of switching on the Hotel d'Angleterre's Christmas lights, which marks the start of the festive season for many locals.
Tivoli Gardens, Nyhavn, and Kongens Nytorv are among the best neighborhoods to see Christmas lights in Copenhagen.
Christmas markets and local makers can be found at Tivoli Gardens, Nytorv, Højbro Plads, and Thorvaldsens Plads during the holiday season.
Viewing Christmas lights along Nyhavn, visiting free Christmas markets, and enjoying public ice skating rinks are great budget-friendly options in Copenhagen.
Families enjoy visiting Tivoli Gardens, meeting Santa at the H.C. Andersen Market, and exploring the festive rides and activities at the city's Christmas markets.