Last updated: 11 November 2024
Experience the Christmas spirit in Jakobsberg with our practical event guide. Here you'll find everything from traditional Christmas markets to festive activities that will make your Christmas memorable in our charming center.
From the well-known Mill Area to the vibrant Jakobsberg centrum, the city offers a wide range of Christmas experiences. Visitors can enjoy local craft markets, traditional Swedish Christmas food, and atmospheric concerts at Jakobsberg Church. With its proximity to both Stockholm and other suburbs in Järfälla municipality, you can easily combine local traditions with the region's larger Christmas events.
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Jakobsberg Holiday Light Displays
Stockholm Christmas Lights
- What to Expect
- One million LED lights and mini-candles illuminate Stockholm's city center.
- Description
- Stockholm Christmas is a traditional Christmas market in Stockholm's city center, where several streets and squares are illuminated with one million LED lights and mini-candles.
- Where
- Stockholm | More Info : Stockholm Christmas Lights
Jakobsberg Holiday Markets and Shopping
Skansen Christmas Market
- What to Expect
- Dance around the Christmas tree on Bollnästorget's dance floor.
- Description
- Skansens Christmas Market is a historical Christmas market dating back to 1903. You can buy everything from handicrafts and design to sweets, homemade candles, and secret Christmas gifts. The market stalls are filled with delicacies for the Christmas table, marzipan, Christmas bread, and locally produced crafts. There are also plenty of wonderful taste experiences such as waffles, mulled wine, and roasted almonds.
- Where
- Stockholm | More Info : Skansen Christmas Market
Christmas Market at Stortorget
- What to Expect
- Unique Swedish quality products and genuine handicrafts.
- Description
- Stortorget's Christmas Market in Old Town is one of the most popular Christmas markets in Stockholm and Sweden. Here, you find 32 stalls with 41 sellers offering Swedish quality products ranging from handmade crafts, wood, ceramics, and other genuine handicrafts to candies, mulled wine, roasted almonds, bread, and game meat.
- Where
- Stockholm | More Info : Christmas Market at Stortorget
Private Magical Swedish Christmas
- What to Expect
- Royal carriages and horses are showcased during the Christmas market.
- Description
- The Christmas market at Hovstallet offers a rich selection of Swedish holiday traditions, including royal carriages, horses, and craftsmen.
- Where
- Stockholm | More Info : Private Magical Swedish Christmas
Christmas Market at Östermalms Saluhall
- What to Expect
- Evening-open restaurants with unique dining experiences.
- Description
- The Christmas market at Östermalms Saluhall is an exciting meeting place for shopping and dining experiences during the holiday season.
- Where
- Stockholm | More Info : Christmas Market at Östermalms Saluhall
Jakobsberg Holiday Shows and Entertainment
Santa Run
- What to Expect
- Linguistic questions and ponderings about Christmas.
- Description
- Julspråket is a program that explores linguistic phenomena during Christmas, focusing on words, expressions, and dialects.
- Where
- Stockholm | More Info : Santa Run
A Christmas Carol
- What to Expect
- A sing-along concert with many well-known songs and melodies.
- Description
- Blåsarsymfonikerna and the choir from Nacka Musikklasser present a Christmas concert that takes the audience on a journey through Swedish classical Christmas music and stories. Starting with the poem "Tomten" by Viktor Rydberg, they ask: where is the elf on his way?
- Where
- Stockholm | More Info : A Christmas Carol
Berwaldhallen Christmas Concert
- What to Expect
- A unique choral experience with the Swedish Radio Choir and the Swedish Radio Symphony Orchestra.
- Description
- Berwaldhallen's Christmas concert is an atmospheric musical experience that ranges from Johann Sebastian Bach's Christmas Oratorio to Gustaf Nordqvist's Jul, Jul, Strålande jul Conductor Tomas Djupsjöbacka leads the Swedish Radio Choir and musicians from the Swedish Radio Symphony Orchestra in a dynamic and unique choral experience.
- Where
- Stockholm | More Info : Berwaldhallen Christmas Concert
Nordiska Kompaniet's Christmas Display
- What to Expect
- Iconic department store with spectacular holiday window displays.
- Description
- The Christmas Display at Nordiska Kompaniet showcases an array of stunning holiday decorations. Visitors can marvel at elaborate window displays and beautifully curated interiors that embody the spirit of the season. This iconic shopping destination transforms into a visual delight, drawing in locals and tourists alike to experience the joy of Christmas shopping amidst a festive atmosphere.
- Where
- Stockholm | More Info : Nordiska Kompaniet's Christmas Display
Jakobsberg Other Holiday Activities
Gingerbread House Exhibition
- What to Expect
- Unique gingerbread houses from various contributors.
- Description
- The Gingerbread House exhibition is a showcase where both experienced bakers and amateurs can display their creative gingerbread houses. The exhibition features a variety of entries, from children to professional bakers and architects.
- Where
- Stockholm | More Info : Gingerbread House Exhibition
Ice Skating in the Moonlight with Hot Chocolate
- What to Expect
- Ice skating in the dark with warm chocolate.
- Description
- Glide over the ice surrounded by city lights and moonlight. Learn the basics of ice skating and enjoy a cup of warm chocolate.
- Where
- Stockholm | More Info : Ice Skating in the Moonlight with Hot Chocolate
Christmas Dinners in Stockholm
- What to Expect
- Traditional Christmas dishes in beautifully decorated locations.
- Description
- Stockholm offers a variety of fantastic Christmas buffets with traditional and alternative dishes. From luxurious restaurants to fun activity venues, there's something for everyone.
- Where
- Stockholm | More Info : Christmas Dinners in Stockholm