Last updated: December 01, 2024
Experience the joys of Christmas in Lillehammer with our comprehensive guide. We have gathered everything you need to know about the city's Christmas activities, whether you're a resident or visitor in this historic Olympic city.
From the atmospheric Christmas market at Stortorget to the traditional concerts in Lillehammer Church, the city offers a wide range of winter experiences. Maihaugen Folk Museum presents Norwegian Christmas traditions, while the shopping streets in the center are adorned with beautiful Christmas lights. Along Storgata, you'll find local shops and cafes serving seasonal specialties.
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Traditional Christmas markets with local artists and craftsmen.
Lillehammer Christmas Market is a collection of unique and traditional Christmas markets in Lillehammer and Gudbrandsdalen. Here you can experience good bits from artists, glassblowers, potters, and fashion designers.
Where: Lillehammer | More Info: Lillehammer Christmas Market
Unique gifts from the house's people and selected ones.
Fabrikken's Christmas market is a cozy pre-Christmas market with unique gifts from the house's people and selected ones. There will be good things to buy in the café.
Where: Lillehammer | More Info: Fabrikken Christmas Market
Free sleigh rides and visits with Santa make the Christmas market a unique experience.
Lillehammer Julshopping is a delightful and cozy Christmas shopping experience in the center of Lillehammer. You can find special stores, chain stores, galleries, and museum experiences. Several unique small cafes and restaurants offer food for all tastes.
Where: Lillehammer | More Info: Lillehammer Christmas Shopping
A unique Christmas concert with professional musicians.
Kulturhuset Banken presents a Christmas concert with Graceland Gjøvik, an exciting and entertaining experience with classic Christmas melodies.
Where: Lillehammer | More Info: Banken Cultural House Christmas Concerts
Historically decorated homes for Christmas
Julen på Maihaugen is an experience that brings old traditions to life in historical settings. Activities include decorated homes, educational exhibitions, and atmospheric walks through historical homes.
Where: Lillehammer | More Info: Maihaugen Christmas
Christmas party with pre-Christmas atmosphere and delicious Christmas food at one of Norway's largest alpine ski resorts.
Hafjell Ski Resort offers a unique Christmas activity with pre-Christmas atmosphere and delicious Christmas food. You can combine your Christmas party with some hours on the ski slopes of Hafjell.
Where: Øyer | More Info: Hafjell Ski Resort Christmas Activities
Cozy holiday atmosphere with many activities.
Hafjell Hotell Julefest is a cozy and festive holiday activity where you can enjoy a warm and cozy atmosphere. The hotel offers a range of activities and opportunities to create holiday memories.
Where: Øyer | More Info: Hafjell Hotel Christmas Celebration
Unique slopes and terrain parks for all levels.
Alpine skiing in Hafjell is a large and modern ski resort with various slopes for all levels, from the easiest children's slopes to the most advanced black slopes.
Where: Øyer | More Info: Alpine Skiing in Hafjell
Traditional Christmas celebration with a large Christmas buffet and Santa visit.
Lekeland Hafjell offers a cozy and active Christmas celebration with a play area for children and various games available for loan at the reception. Guests also have access to an indoor playground of 900 sqm over 4 levels.
Where: Øyer | More Info: Lekeland Hafjell Christmas Activities