Last updated: November 22, 2024
Explore Helsinki's Christmas attractions and events with this comprehensive guide! Here you'll find all the essential events, whether you're familiar with local destinations or seeking new experiences.
Senate Square serves as the heart of the Christmas season, where the traditional Christmas market spreads among historic buildings. Esplanadi Park shines with Christmas lights, and Aleksanterinkatu's Christmas Street attracts visitors with its atmospheric window displays. The Market Square and Tori Quarters area offers traditional Christmas delicacies and local artisans' products.
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Helsinki Holiday Light Displays
Helsinki Christmas Opening 2024
- What to Expect
- First-ever two-day Christmas fair with Santa Claus.
- Description
- Helsingin Joulunavaus 2024 is a grand Christmas celebration that delights both locals and visitors in Helsinki's city center. The parade route is renewed, as the light and joy procession starts at 16:00 from Senate Square, proceeding along Aleksanterinkatu to Mannerheimintie and then to Narinkkatori. For the first time, a two-day Christmas fair will be held at Narinkkatori with Santa Claus.
- Where
- Helsinki | More Info : Helsinki Christmas Opening 2024
Aleksanterinkatu Christmas Street Opening
- What to Expect
- New two-day Christmas fair on Narinkkatori.
- Description
- The Christmas lights on Aleksanterinkatu will be lit for the 76th time this year, and the entire city center will be illuminated with Christmas lights. The parade will run along Aleksanterinkatu to Mannerheimintie and Narinkkatori, where there will be a two-day Christmas fair.
- Where
- Helsinki | More Info : Aleksanterinkatu Christmas Street Opening
Helsinki Holiday Markets and Shopping
Thomas Christmas Market
- What to Expect
- Oldest and most beautiful outdoor Christmas market.
- Description
- Tuomaan Markkinat is Helsinki's oldest and most beautiful outdoor Christmas market, offering delicious food and unique gifts. The market is open at Senate Square from 29 November to 22 December 2024.
- Where
- Helsinki | More Info : Thomas Christmas Market
Helsinki City Museum Christmas Fair
- What to Expect
- Opportunity to explore product offerings from Helsinki metropolitan area museums.
- Description
- The Kaupunginmuseon joulumyyjäiset offer the opportunity to experience authentic holiday atmosphere and make unique and personalized holiday gifts. The event features handmade crafts, treats, and other seasonal items suitable for both oneself and as gifts.
- Where
- Helsinki | More Info : Helsinki City Museum Christmas Fair
Old Christmas Market
- What to Expect
- Unique holiday market with many different vendors compared to other Christmas markets.
- Description
- Vanhan Joulutori is a festive holiday market featuring handmade gifts, treats, and decorations from local artisans and craftsmen. The event takes place in the historic Old Student Hall in the city center.
- Where
- Helsinki | More Info : Old Christmas Market
Teurastamo Christmas Market
- What to Expect
- Delicacies and handicrafts from small producers.
- Description
- Teurastamo Christmas Market offers delicacies and gifts from small producers, charming handicrafts, stylish design items, art, and home accessories. The market also features a wide selection of food and drinks, including traditional Christmas treats and exotic flavors.
- Where
- Helsinki | More Info : Teurastamo Christmas Market
Ornamo Design Christmas
- What to Expect
- Event selling sustainable Finnish design.
- Description
- Ornamon Design Joulu offers a combination of Finnish design professionals' products and an atmospheric environment. The event features items made from ceramics, textiles, wood, metal, and recycled materials.
- Where
- Helsinki | More Info : Ornamo Design Christmas
Tokyo Association Christmas Fair
- What to Expect
- Over a hundred sales stalls filled with exquisite art and design.
- Description
- TOKYO Christmas Sales offer over a hundred sales stalls filled with exquisite art and design from Aalto University's School of Arts, Design and Architecture students and alumni.
- Where
- Espoo | More Info : Tokyo Association Christmas Fair
Norssin Saturnalia Christmas Fair
- What to Expect
- Traditional school trip to Rome
- Description
- Norssin Saturnalia market offers holiday shopping and festive atmosphere in Punavuorensalo. There are baked goods, treats, handicrafts, and other gifts available.
- Where
- Helsinki | More Info : Norssin Saturnalia Christmas Fair
Women's Bank Christmas Market
- What to Expect
- Unique holiday market featuring a wide range of Naisten Pankin products and handmade crafts.
- Description
- At Naisten Pankin joulutori, you can find Naisten Pankin products such as coffee, tea, candles, mirrors, and bags. Additionally, there are handmade crafts by Naisten Pankki members, including wool socks and Christmas cards, as well as festive baked goods. Also available are donated artworks and interior design samples, plus a small selection of second-hand items.
- Where
- Helsinki | More Info : Women's Bank Christmas Market
Mäntymäki School Christmas Fair
- What to Expect
- The Christmas Market offers a festive atmosphere and various shopping opportunities.
- Description
- The Mäntymäen School Christmas Market is open to all who want to enjoy the festive atmosphere and do some shopping. The event is organized by the Mäntymäen and Kasavuoren schools.
- Where
- Kauniainen | More Info : Mäntymäki School Christmas Fair
Pihlajamäki Christmas Fair
- What to Expect
- Diverse product offerings in two floors.
- Description
- Pihlajamäen Christmas Market offers a diverse range of unique items for gifts or personal enjoyment. You can also find baked goods to take home.
- Where
- Helsinki | More Info : Pihlajamäki Christmas Fair
Kaisaniemi Elementary School Christmas Market
- What to Expect
- Christmas café and handicrafts
- Description
- Kaisaniemen elementary school Christmas market offers a festive atmosphere with a Christmas café, handicrafts, gift ideas, music, a flea market, and workshops.
- Where
- Helsinki | More Info : Kaisaniemi Elementary School Christmas Market
Vallila Elementary School Christmas Fair
- What to Expect
- A variety of festive treats and finds in the school's gym.
- Description
- The Vallilan ala-asteen joulumyyjäiset offer a variety of festive treats and finds in the school's gym. The event features baked goods, Christmas decorations, raffles, handicrafts, and hot sausages.
- Where
- Helsinki | More Info : Vallila Elementary School Christmas Fair
Puotila Manor Christmas Market
- What to Expect
- The holiday market offers handmade crafts and holiday items.
- Description
- Puotilan kartanon joulumarkkinat offer a diverse selection of holiday items and handmade crafts.
- Where
- Helsinki | More Info : Puotila Manor Christmas Market
Axxell Överby Christmas Market
- What to Expect
- Festive Christmas market in an old barn.
- Description
- Axxell Överbyn Christmas Market offers a festive atmosphere in Espoo's Marketanpuisto. The market features handicrafts, Christmas treats, and other seasonal items.
- Where
- Espoo | More Info : Axxell Överby Christmas Market
Koko Theatre Christmas Fair and Flea Market
- What to Expect
- Christmas disco photoshoot and diverse sales offers.
- Description
- KokoTeatterin Christmas Market and Flea Market offer deals, Christmas gift sales, and many other festive activities. Glögi, piparkakut, and rice porridge are available for purchase. You can also reserve your own sales table and take festive photos in our studios.
- Where
- Helsinki | More Info : Koko Theatre Christmas Fair and Flea Market
Helsinki Holiday Shows and Entertainment
Rajaton Christmas 2024
- What to Expect
- 22nd consecutive Christmas tour at Helsinki Music Centre.
- Description
- Rajaton Joulu 2024 is a diverse Christmas concert where the band Rajaton performs the audience's favorite Christmas songs as well as entirely new compositions. The concert offers a warm and festive experience.
- Where
- Helsinki | More Info : Rajaton Christmas 2024
Helsinki Other Holiday Activities
Coca-Cola Christmas Sleigh
- What to Expect
- A spectacular 1000 drone light show in the sky from 5:30 PM to 6:30 PM.
- Description
- The Coca-Cola Christmas Truck brings festive fun with laughter, exciting activities, and free Coca-Cola. Bring your loved ones along and spend the evening at Santa Claus Village in Rovaniemi.
- Where
- Helsinki | More Info : Coca-Cola Christmas Sleigh
Martin's Market
- What to Expect
- Presentation of Estonian culture and travel opportunities.
- Description
- Martin Markkinat is a two-day cultural festival where you can get to know Estonian culture and travel opportunities.
- Where
- Helsinki | More Info : Martin's Market
Träskanda Christmas
- What to Expect
- Horse rides and a festive hut
- Description
- Träskändan joulu is an event where one can immerse oneself in the approaching Christmas season. The program includes horse rides, a festive hut, Christmas carols, a presentation of historical winter clothing from different eras, markets, a flea market, and raffles.
- Where
- Helsinki | More Info : Träskanda Christmas
Seurasaari Christmas Path
- What to Expect
- Glimpses into fairy tales and traditional Christmas celebrations
- Description
- Seurasaaren Joulupolku is a free holiday event for families, offering glimpses into Christmas traditions and the first Christmas message. The event attracts around 15,000 children and adults each year to enjoy the serene atmosphere of Seurasaari.
- Where
- Helsinki | More Info : Seurasaari Christmas Path