Last updated: December 01, 2024
Welcome to the Joensuu Christmas events guide! This comprehensive guide presents the city's Christmas season events and attractions, offering tips for both locals and visitors alike.
The Joensuu central square transforms into a traditional Christmas market with stalls and delicacies. The light-decorated trees along Kauppakatu street guide visitors through the center, where the areas around Carelicum and the Lutheran church offer atmospheric events. The large Christmas tree in front of the Carlson department store serves as a meeting point, while the boutiques along the pedestrian street invite visitors for Christmas shopping.
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Local products and Christmas stories.
Saimaa Christmas Markets offer a variety of Christmas stories and local products, allowing you to experience Saimaa's culture and culinary heritage.
Where: Joensuu | More Info: Taste Saimaa Christmas Market
Eija Kantola and Pasi Flodström perform Christmas music.
Joulun Henki is a concert featuring Eija Kantola and Pasi Flodström performing Christmas music at Carelia Hall in Joensuu.
Where: Joensuu | More Info: Christmas Spirit
Christmas concerts and church services
Hoosianna Joulu is a comprehensive Christmas event featuring church services, concerts, and various festive activities. Seimipolku offers opportunities to recycle Christmas spirit and give back.
Where: Joensuu | More Info: Hoosianna Christmas
The Reijolan laulu performs under the direction of Marita El Arroujin.
The Kauneimmat Joululaulut event features a mix of classic and new Christmas carols performed by experienced artists.
Where: Joensuu | More Info: Most Beautiful Christmas Carols
Christmas procession and stage program
The official Christmas opening in Joensuu is a large family event featuring Teatteri-Traktor's Christmas procession and Soihtu Choir's performance. The stage program includes the declaration of children and youth Christmas peace.
Where: Joensuu | More Info: Christmas Parade
Joint Christmas concert by the tangokings
Eija Kantola and Pasi Flodström present their first joint Christmas concert, featuring traditional and modern Christmas music in a harmonious blend.
Where: Joensuu | More Info: Eija Kantola and Pasi Flodström
Juha Tapio's Christmas Concert is a diverse Christmas music experience.
Juha Tapio's Christmas Concert is filled with celebration and music. The concert features the popular singer Juha Tapio, who performs both classic and modern Christmas songs.
Where: Joensuu | More Info: Christmas Exhibition