Last updated: December 01, 2024
It's Christmas time in Fredrikstad! We have compiled an overview of all festive events and activities filling the city's streets and squares this season. Here you'll find everything you need to know, whether you're familiar with the city or visiting for the first time.
From the historic fortress area to the charming old town, Fredrikstad offers various Christmas markets and activities. The city square transforms into an atmospheric Christmas market with local craftsmen and food producers, while the Old Town lights up with beautiful Christmas decorations and offers traditional holiday activities along its cobblestone streets. In the surrounding area, you'll also find Christmas events in Sarpsborg and Hvaler, easily accessible by car or public transport.
Contact information and details below.
Unique Christmas market with local vendors and traditional holiday products.
The Julmarked in Fredrikstad is an annual Christmas market held in Gamlebyen, featuring various local vendors with goods and food products.
Where: Fredrikstad | More Info: Fredrikstad Christmas Market
Over 100 market stalls offering traditional handicrafts and Christmas gifts.
Norsk Folkemuseum's Christmas Market is an annual event that highlights Norwegian Christmas traditions with bustling market stalls, decorated houses and barns, pre-Christmas concerts, and Christmas performances.
Where: Oslo | More Info: Norsk Folkemuseum’s Christmas Fair
Unique Christmas market with a wide variety of local products and activities.
Jul i Vinterland is a Christmas market in Spikersuppa featuring sales stalls, dining options, and holiday workshops. Visitors can enjoy local food, crafts, and Christmas gifts.
Where: Oslo | More Info: Winter Wonderland in Spikersuppa
Traditional handicrafts and culinary delights in historic buildings.
The Julemarkedet in Sarpsborg is an exciting event where you can discover a variety of market stalls with local products and handmade items. The museum's historic buildings are transformed into a festive winter wonderland with traditional handicrafts, culinary delights, and unique Christmas decorations.
Where: Sarpsborg | More Info: Christmas Market in Sarpsborg
Cozy holiday market with artists and craftsmen
Jul på Alby is a cozy pre-Christmas event at Galleri F 15, featuring a holiday market with a focus on sustainability and meaningful gifts. Artists, designers, and craftsmen are present, and the whole family can make Christmas gifts and decorations in the Christmas workshop.
Where: Moss | More Info: Christmas Market at Galleri F15
Festive decorations and history books.
Fredriksten Museum in Halden hosts a Christmas market with festive decorations, Advent calendars, toys, and gift items. You can also see the exhibition about Swedish King Karl XII and the fortress's dramatic history.
Where: Halden | More Info: Christmas Market in Halden
Local products and food for sale.
Jul i Åsgårdstrand is a festive market day with local products and food.
Where: Åsgårdstrand | More Info: Christmas in Åsgårdstrand
Unique Christmas market with free activities and concerts.
The Julemarked i Tønsberg is a large Christmas market with many activities and concerts for the whole family. It is free to participate, and there are many exciting things to do, from Christmas concerts to Christmas markets.
Where: Tønsberg | More Info: Christmas Market in Tønsberg
Show with Örjan Torstensson and mulled wine at the grill pavilion.
The Julebord at Østre Bolæren includes a show with Örjan «Hingsten från Fjällbacka» Torstensson, mulled wine, Christmas buffet, and breakfast the next day.
Where: Fredrikstad | More Info: Christmas Dinner and Christmas Lunch
Unique blend of comedy and music with well-known Norwegian comedians.
Tøyser Jula Inn is a hilarious and musical Christmas show featuring parodies, stand-up, sketches, and musical humor at a fast-paced tempo. The artists include Gustav Nilsen, Paul Håvard Østby, Jonas Rønning, Jan Martin Johnsen, and Torbjørn Dyrud.
Where: Fredrikstad | More Info: Christmas Show in Fredrikstad
A unique Christmas concert with classic and new tracks.
Sissel Kyrkjebø, known as Scandinavia's Christmas queen, presents her Christmas concert "Sissels Jul" at Moss Kulturhus. The concert features classic Christmas songs and new tracks, and is a highlight of the year's holiday calendar.
Where: Moss | More Info: Christmas in Moss
Historical themes and activities in Gamlebyen.
Jul i Festningsbyen is a festive and historical experience at Gamlebyen in Fredrikstad, featuring themes and activities that bring the city's history to life.
Where: Fredrikstad | More Info: Christmas in The Fortified Town