Stockholm Christmas Events & Things to Do 2025

Your complete guide to the best christmas events in Stockholm and surrounding areas

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Christmas Markets (27 events) Christmas Parties (22 events) Christmas Shows (7 events) Other Christmas Activities (9 events)
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Stockholm welcomes the Christmas season with Holiday lights twinkling across Gamla Stan and the waterfront, where Christmas markets and seasonal tours create a fairy-tale mood. Enjoy Stockholmsjul - Christmas Lights displays, festive dinners like the Christmas Buffet at Verandan, and community traditions during Christmas Day Celebrations in Stockholm. Families will find Santa visits, seasonal activities and markets filled with crafts and treats while exploring historic streets and harbor views under softly glowing lights.

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Stockholm Christmas Events

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Christmas Markets

27 events
Jul på Hovstallet • Dec 5 – Dec 7

Historic Royal Mews venue with artisan crafts and food

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Christmas Parties

22 events
Christmas Buffet at Verandan • Nov 27 – Dec 26

Traditional Swedish Christmas buffet with palace views

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Christmas Shows

7 events
SVT's Christmas Calendar: Tidstjuven • Dec 1 – Dec 24

Time-traveling Christmas adventure with historical figures

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Other Christmas Activities

9 events
Lucia at Skansen

Historic Lucia procession, a Swedish tradition since 1893.

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Editor's Picks (6)

  1. Christmas Buffet at Verandan
    Traditional Swedish Christmas buffet with palace views
  2. Lucia at Skansen
    Historic Lucia procession, a Swedish tradition since 1893.
  3. Jul på Hovstallet
    Historic Royal Mews venue with artisan crafts and food
  4. Stockholmsjul - Christmas Lights
    Over 40 streets and squares illuminated with Christmas lights
  5. Lucia in Stockholm
    Traditional Swedish Lucia celebrations with choir music.
  6. Christmas Eve Dining in Stockholm (STOCKHOLM)
    Christmas Eve dining with Santa visits

This Week / Coming Up (6)

Allt ljus på Uppsala Fri, Nov 7
Jul i Stenladan Sun, Nov 9
Christmas at Taxinge Castle Fri, Nov 14
Traditional Christmas Dinners in Stockholm Sat, Nov 15
Stadshuskällaren Christmas Dinner Thu, Nov 20
Julmarknad på Stortorget i Gamla Stan 2025 Sat, Nov 22

Christmas Lights Near Stockholm

Additional holiday activities and unique Christmas experiences in Stockholm.

Stockholmsjul - Christmas Lights

Over 40 streets and squares illuminated with Christmas lights

📍 Stockholm • Nov 1

Allt ljus på Uppsala

City-wide light art festival with international artists

📍 Uppsala • Nov 7

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Stockholm Christmas FAQ

When are the best times to visit?

Weekday evenings tend to be less crowded. Peak times are weekends in December, especially closer to Christmas.

Is parking available?

Most events offer on-site parking. Check individual event pages for specific parking information and fees.

Are venues accessible?

Most venues are accessible. Contact individual events for specific accessibility accommodations.