Last updated: November 22, 2024
Welcome to the Hamina Christmas guide! This comprehensive guide presents the city's Christmas events and attractions, offering tips for both locals and visitors during the winter festive season.
Hamina's historical center transforms into a Christmas atmosphere around the old town hall. Traditional Christmas markets are held in the Market Square, and the Bastion ramparts and park streets are decorated with atmospheric lights. The nearby city of Kotka complements the region's Christmas offerings just a 25-minute drive away, where the Maritime Centre Vellamo's Christmas events attract visitors.
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Hamina Holiday Light Displays
Hamina City Christmas Light Competition
- What to Expect
- Various homes and public spaces participate in the competition.
- Description
- The Haminan City Christmas Light Competition is a diverse event where homes, balconies, businesses, and community spaces compete. Participation is open from 4.11.–3.12.2024.
- Where
- Hamina | More Info : Hamina City Christmas Light Competition
Hamina Holiday Markets and Shopping
Handicrafts and Pastries at the Bastion
- What to Expect
- Handicrafts and pastries in the bastion.
- Description
- Wanhan Holviston Christmas is a festive event where you can experience handicrafts and delicious pastries in the bastion.
- Where
- Hamina | More Info : Handicrafts and Pastries at the Bastion
Christmas Sales at the Fortress
- What to Expect
- A festive Christmas market experience amidst old buildings.
- Description
- The Christmas market in the fortress offers a unique experience amidst old buildings. Visitors can explore the historical city and find various offers and products.
- Where
- Hamina | More Info : Christmas Sales at the Fortress
Hamina Holiday Shows and Entertainment
Hamina Fortress Christmas
- What to Expect
- Diverse Christmas event for all ages.
- Description
- Haminan Linnoituksen Joulu is a diverse Christmas event featuring activities and events for the whole family. It includes Kauppiaantalomuseon joulutarina, Wanhan Holviston Joulu, and Tuomaan markkinat.
- Where
- Hamina | More Info : Hamina Fortress Christmas
Hamina Holiday Giving Opportunities
Christmas at the Market Square
- What to Expect
- Christmas card drive for the elderly.
- Description
- The Christmas market on the town square is filled with festive events, including a Christmas card drive, a Christmas light competition, and a Christmas bazaar.
- Where
- Hamina | More Info : Christmas at the Market Square