Last updated: 11. November 2024
Experience the Christmas highlights in Frederiksberg! Our guide collects all the best events and activities that make this Christmas season memorable. From locals to visitors, everyone will find inspiration for a festive December.
Frederiksberg Gardens frames the traditional Christmas market, while Frederiksberg Centre offers indoor Christmas atmosphere and shops with decorations. On Frederiksberg Allé, the old trees light up with thousands of Christmas lights, and at Frederiksberg City Hall, you'll find the large nativity scene. The area around Sankt Thomas Square buzzes with life featuring stalls and winter coziness, while the historic buildings create the perfect backdrop.
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Frederiksberg Holiday Light Displays
Kronprinsensgade Christmas Lights
- What to Expect
- Holiday lights on Kronprinsensgade as part of the larger holiday lighting in the Inner City.
- Description
- Kronprinsensgades Julelys is part of Copenhagen Winter Wonderland and Copenhagen Christmas' holiday lighting, which includes 23 streets, alleys, and places in the Inner City.
- Where
- Copenhagen | More Info : Kronprinsensgade Christmas Lights
Frederiksberg Holiday Markets and Shopping
Tivoli Christmas Market
- What to Expect
- A 350 m2 artificial ice skating rink in front of Tivoli Concert Hall.
- Description
- Tivoli Christmas Market is a festive and traditional Christmas experience, featuring beautiful Christmas trees, twinkling lights, and stalls filled with holiday treats. You can enjoy the traditional and old-world Christmas atmosphere and indulge in treats like gingerbread hearts and pancakes.
- Where
- Copenhagen | More Info : Tivoli Christmas Market
Christmas Market at Thorvaldsens Plads
- What to Expect
- Unique combination of history and Christmas atmosphere.
- Description
- The Julemarkedet på Thorvaldsens Plads is one of Copenhagen's most beautiful Christmas experiences. With decorations of pine and lights, small stalls offering inspiration for this year's gifts and delicacies, genuine Christmas atmosphere awaits. The square is surrounded by Thorvaldsens Museum, Christiansborg's riding hall, and Slotsholmskanalen, creating a unique atmosphere.
- Where
- Copenhagen | More Info : Christmas Market at Thorvaldsens Plads
Christmas Market at Højbro Plads
- What to Expect
- Unique Danish and international exhibitors with Danish handicrafts and delicacies.
- Description
- The Christmas market on Højbro Plads is an annual event where you can experience a unique Christmas atmosphere with thousands of Christmas lights, decorated Christmas trees, and beautiful stalls offering Danish handicrafts and delicacies.
- Where
- Copenhagen | More Info : Christmas Market at Højbro Plads
Christmas in Zoo
- What to Expect
- The event takes place in a zoo setting.
- Description
- The Julemarked i Zoologisk Have is a cozy Christmas market where you can meet Santa Claus, watch Onkel Rejes Christmas show, and enjoy beautiful Christmas decorations and delicious treats.
- Where
- Frederiksberg | More Info : Christmas in Zoo
Christmas Market in the Garden of the Garden Society
- What to Expect
- Volunteer help for the sale of vin chaud, coffee, and cakes.
- Description
- Haveselskabets Christmas Market is a traditional Christmas market held in Haveselskabets beautiful garden on Frederiksberg. You can experience a lot of festive atmosphere, stalls with inspiration for Christmas celebrations, and unique gifts.
- Where
- Frederiksberg | More Info : Christmas Market in the Garden of the Garden Society
Bryggen’s Christmas Market
- What to Expect
- Local handicrafts and homemade art.
- Description
- Bryggens Julemarked is an indoor Christmas market featuring local handicrafts, decorations, gifts, and fine wines. There will also be homemade art, knitting, and pickling.
- Where
- Copenhagen | More Info : Bryggen’s Christmas Market
Christmas Market at Nyhavn
- What to Expect
- Many new and impressive 3D light installations.
- Description
- The Christmas market on Thorvaldsens Plads is a cozy and charming Christmas market in the heart of Copenhagen. Here, you can experience many new and impressive 3D light installations and enjoy the many beautiful stalls offering Christmas gifts and decorations.
- Where
- Copenhagen | More Info : Christmas Market at Nyhavn
Illum's Christmas Market
- What to Expect
- Unique Christmas decorations from Danish designers.
- Description
- Illums Julemarked is a festive Christmas display featuring a wide range of Christmas decorations and ornaments from renowned Danish designers.
- Where
- Copenhagen | More Info : Illum's Christmas Market
Magasin Christmas Market
- What to Expect
- A wide range of holiday gifts and cozy products for the whole family.
- Description
- Magasin Julemarked is a cozy place where you can find holiday gifts and experience a variety of products for the whole family.
- Where
- Copenhagen | More Info : Magasin Christmas Market
Christmas Market at Store Godthåb
- What to Expect
- Local artisans display their wares in the old carriage gate.
- Description
- Store Godthåb's Christmas Market is a cozy event where you can find Christmas trees, greenery, wreaths, and beautiful decorations. In weekends, we offer warm apple cider, mulled wine, and hot chocolate. There are also opportunities to participate in workshops and create your own Christmas decorations and advent wreaths.
- Where
- Frederiksberg | More Info : Christmas Market at Store Godthåb
Frederiksberg Holiday Shows and Entertainment
Tivoli Holiday Ballet
- What to Expect
- Elaborate sets and costumes by Queen Margrethe.
- Description
- Nøddeknækkeren is a classic Christmas ballet that brings adventure and magic to Tivoli's Concert Hall. With Queen Margrethe's scenery and costumes and Peter Bo Bendixen's choreography, the performance is a unique and cozy experience for the whole family.
- Where
- Copenhagen | More Info : Tivoli Holiday Ballet
Frederiksberg Other Holiday Activities
Hotel D’Angleterre Christmas Decorations
- What to Expect
- Unique Christmas decorations on Kongens Nytorv.
- Description
- Hotel D’Angleterre Christmas Decoration is a festive and traditional Christmas experience where the entire hotel is decorated with exclusive Christmas decorations. Guests can experience Christmas in various ways, from seeing and hearing Christmas music to tasting and smelling Christmas food and drinks.
- Where
- Copenhagen | More Info : Hotel D’Angleterre Christmas Decorations