Illustration of a Christmas market seen from above with stalls around a giant decorated tree in a cathedral square (Kuopion Joulutori)
Christmas Markets

Kuopion Joulutori

Visitors can explore traditional wooden cabins and glass container shops offering crafts, clothing, gifts, and regional foods. The market square is illuminated by decorative light arches, a glowing canopy, and dedicated light art installations designed for festive photos. On weekends, guests can meet Santa Claus and Mrs. Claus or enjoy seasonal roaming performers, while sheltered dining spaces offer a warm place to enjoy treats and drinks.

Dec 11 – Dec 23, 2026 All ages

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Plan Your Visit

Hours

11-19.

Food & Drink

Market vendors offer food and drinks, with sheltered customer spaces for enjoying treats; alcoholic drinks and glögi are available only at a limited number of licensed restaurant areas.

Parking

Toriparkki on kauppatorin alla. Osa toriympäristön kauppakeskuksista tarjoaa tunnin ilmaisen pysäköinnin.

Location

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Local Insight & Ratings

Family Friendly

🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 ⚪ (4/5)

Best For

Families and christmas-market shoppers

Vibe

Festive, bright, welcoming

Energy Level

Low

Photo Friendly

High

Weather Sensitivity

Moderate

Tips & Advice

  • Come on a weekend if you want to meet Santa and Mrs Claus, because the market's program and guest performers are held on event weekends.
  • Bring little ones to the free carousel in the middle of the market, which runs every day and suits children under school age.
  • Park in Toriparkki under the square, or use Minna, Vihtori or Aapeli for an hour free after checking their car park opening hours.
  • Stop at the light elements around the square, which are set up so you can have festive photos taken of yourself and your group.
  • Warm up in the free sheltered seating areas between the central ring and the city hall when you want to sit down with your treats.

Special Events & Promotions

  • Santa Claus and Mrs Claus on event weekends
  • Seasonal guests and regional performers on weekends

Links & Contact

Run by Kuopionkaupunkikeskustan kehittämisyhdistys ry

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is there something for small children?

Yes. A free children's carousel in the middle of the market runs every day the market is open. It suits children under school age.

Which days can we meet Santa?

Santa Claus and Mrs Claus come on event weekends. Other seasonal guests and regional performers also visit then.

Where can we sit down to eat?

Free sheltered, well-lit seating areas sit between the market's central ring and the city hall.

Where should I park?

You can drive straight into the Toriparkki car park under the market square. The Minna, Vihtori and Aapeli shopping centres offer an hour of free parking, but check their car park opening hours first.

Can I get there by public transport?

Yes. The square is a 650 m walk from both the train station and the bus station. Vilkku local buses stop right at the edge of the square.

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