Last updated: November 22, 2024
Discover all the Christmas highlights in Växjö with our comprehensive guide! We have gathered the best events and activities that make the Christmas atmosphere in the city memorable, whether you're a Växjö resident or visitor.
The main square transforms into a vibrant Christmas center with traditional Christmas markets where local craftsmen and food producers gather. The Cathedral and Växjö Concert Hall offer atmospheric Christmas concerts, while the historic Teleborg Castle and the Swedish Glass Museum contribute with their distinctive Christmas traditions. Along the pedestrian street, shops display Christmas decorations, and along Sandgärdsgatan you can experience light installations.
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Vaexjoe Holiday Shows and Entertainment
Christmas Time – Guest John Lundvik
- What to Expect
- "Christmas concert with John Lundvik and other well-known artists"
- Description
- "I Juletid – Guest John Lundvik is a Christmas concert featuring Sweden's most beloved artist John Lundvik, along with Magnus Johansson and Marcos Ubeda. The concert delivers genuine Christmas spirit with his beautiful voice and energy."
- Where
- Växjö | More Info : Christmas Time – Guest John Lundvik
Özz Nûjen – Hözzturné - Växjö
- What to Expect
- Intimate and funny tour with new jokes and classics.
- Description
- Özz Nûjen – Hözzturné in Växjö is an intimate and entertaining experience where Özz Nûjen shows why he is awarded as Sweden's best comedian.
- Where
- Växjö | More Info : Özz Nûjen – Hözzturné - Växjö
Christmas According to Timo - Växjö
- What to Expect
- Simple and varied Christmas concert with Timo Räisänen.
- Description
- Timo Räisänen invites you to a musical Christmas journey with his most beautiful songs, experiencing variation and quality in a simple format.
- Where
- Växjö | More Info : Christmas According to Timo - Växjö
A Quiet Christmas with ANDERS EKBORG - VÄXJÖ
- What to Expect
- A heartfelt tribute to the Christmas message of love, community, and hope.
- Description
- Anders Ekborg returns with his acclaimed Christmas concert "En Stilla Jul", an annual journey through the most iconic Christmas songs and personal stories.
- Where
- Växjö | More Info : A Quiet Christmas with ANDERS EKBORG - VÄXJÖ
Sissel's Christmas 2024
- What to Expect
- Sissel Kyrkjebø and John Martin Bengtsson perform together.
- Description
- Sissel Kyrkjebø, the Queen of Christmas in Scandinavia, presents her annual Christmas tour with John Martin Bengtsson. The concert features both classic Christmas carols and modern songs to create a unique experience for the audience.
- Where
- Växjö | More Info : Sissel's Christmas 2024
Christmas Night, Wiktoria, Andreas Weise, Nike Sellmar, and Bruno Mitsogiannis
- What to Expect
- A unique Christmas concert with beloved classics and new favorites.
- Description
- Christmas Night presents a unique Christmas concert with Bruno Mitsogiannis, Wiktoria, Nike Sellmar, and Andreas Weise. Together with a five-member band, they offer an unforgettable Christmas concert where beloved classics meet new favorites. Christmas Night promises to deliver the very best of a traditional Christmas with powerful tones, deep emotions, warmth, and laughter.
- Where
- Växjö | More Info : Christmas Night, Wiktoria, Andreas Weise, Nike Sellmar, and Bruno Mitsogiannis
Växjö Lakers - Skellefteå AIK
- What to Expect
- A classic ice hockey match between two of Sweden's top teams.
- Description
- Växjö Lakers face off against Skellefteå AIK in an exciting ice hockey match on November 21, 2024, at Vida Arena in Växjö. The game starts at 7:00 PM.
- Where
- Växjö | More Info : Växjö Lakers - Skellefteå AIK
Växjö Lakers - MODO
- What to Expect
- An exciting match between two of Sweden's top ice hockey teams.
- Description
- Växjö Lakers will face MODO Hockey on November 23, 2024, at Vida Arena in Växjö. The match starts at 18:00 and promises an exciting encounter between two of Sweden's top ice hockey teams.
- Where
- Växjö | More Info : Växjö Lakers - MODO
Växjö Lakers - Timrå IK
- What to Expect
- An exciting ice hockey match with Växjö Lakers.
- Description
- Växjö Lakers face Timrå IK in an exciting ice hockey match on November 28, 2024, at Vida Arena in Växjö. The game starts at 7:00 PM.
- Where
- Växjö | More Info : Växjö Lakers - Timrå IK
Växjö Lakers - Malmö Redhawks
- What to Expect
- An exciting ice hockey match between two of Sweden's top teams.
- Description
- Växjö Lakers face off against Malmö Redhawks in an exciting ice hockey match at Vida Arena on November 30, 2024. Get ready for an intense and thrilling match between two of Sweden's top ice hockey teams.
- Where
- Växjö | More Info : Växjö Lakers - Malmö Redhawks
Henrik Nyblom – Testing New Jokes – Växjö
- What to Expect
- A unique chance for the audience to be part of the creation process for Henrik's upcoming show.
- Description
- Henrik Nyblom embarks on a thrilling journey in search of new jokes Throughout the spring, Henrik has traveled across the country with his solo show “Figaro Paninis Kakafoniska Dödsdans,” a show packed with standup, comedy, and music. In the fall, it's time to slow down, and Henrik does this by speeding up, doing what he loves most: being creative. Henrik Nyblom testar nya skämt is a game where the audience is the ball, where new material will be born, nurtured, or killed with a revolver, buried behind the theater, and never mentioned again.
- Where
- Växjö | More Info : Henrik Nyblom – Testing New Jokes – Växjö
Thanos Fotas - Standup Live - Växjö
- What to Expect
- Border-crossing and provocative humor with precise imitations.
- Description
- Thanos Fotas is a unique voice in Swedish standup with precise imitations of various groups. He has been an odd bird on the Swedish standup scene since his debut in 2009 and has now become one of the most polished diamonds in Swedish standup.
- Where
- Växjö | More Info : Thanos Fotas - Standup Live - Växjö
Stand-up Collective Tight - Växjö
- What to Expect
- Four acclaimed female comedians in one show.
- Description
- The comedy collective Tight consists of some of Sweden's most acclaimed female comedians, praised both in Sweden and internationally for their humor. Together, they offer a standup show in four parts. Four voices, four personalities, four acts – all for the price of one. An incredibly good deal. Tight is a comedy concept without restrictions, hard, raw, and authentic, and most of all, funnier than most things you can see this fall.
- Where
- Växjö | More Info : Stand-up Collective Tight - Växjö
Ludde Samuelsson – My Own Thing – Växjö
- What to Expect
- One of the finest comedians with his innocent appearance and sharp humor.
- Description
- Ludde Samuelsson presents his own stand-up tour in Växjö, with his unique and relatable humor.
- Where
- Växjö | More Info : Ludde Samuelsson – My Own Thing – Växjö
CHARTA 77 + ULKE with Band
- What to Expect
- A memorable evening of Swedish melodic punk.
- Description
- Swedish punk legends Charta 77 are back with a new album and renewed energy. They will perform with ULKE and STREBERS & DIA PSALMA in a fantastic GREATEST HITS concert.
- Where
- Växjö | More Info : CHARTA 77 + ULKE with Band
Jonas Von Essen - A Memory in World Class
- What to Expect
- Engaging lecture show with interactive exercises and memory demonstrations.
- Description
- Jonas Von Essen - A Memory in the World Class Jonas von Essen's journey from a forgetful dreamer to a two-time world memory champion is a fascinating story. He has gone from barely remembering his girlfriend's phone number to outclassing the world elite in memory competitions. Jonas has participated in everything from Chinese TV shows and Swedish reality series to Australian car commercials. His memory has also given him an enormous general knowledge that has led to success in shows like The Wall, Smart as a Fifth Grader, and Who Wants to Be a Millionaire Through an enchanting mix of interactive exercises with the audience, stunning memory demonstrations, and fascinating explanations, you are taken on a colorful journey of how various techniques can help you remember exactly what you want.
- Where
- Växjö | More Info : Jonas Von Essen - A Memory in World Class
Malena Ernman and Viktoria Tolstoy
- What to Expect
- A fall tour filled with joy, laughter, and fantastic music.
- Description
- Three prominent women, Malena Ernman and Viktoria Tolstoy, will come together to offer a unique concert experience. They have impressive credentials in their respective fields and have successfully shared their musical talents with an enthusiastic audience over several years.
- Where
- Växjö | More Info : Malena Ernman and Viktoria Tolstoy
Elvis Elvis Elvis and Henrik Åberg
- What to Expect
- One of Europe's largest tribute concerts with world-renowned performers.
- Description
- Elvis Elvis Elvis is one of Europe's largest tribute concerts to the legendary musician Elvis Presley. With Henrik Åberg, Paul Larcombe, and Josh Whittall interpreting Elvis's iconic songs, the audience is treated to a unique and precise experience.
- Where
- Växjö | More Info : Elvis Elvis Elvis and Henrik Åberg
Märvel (SE) and Liar Thief Bandit
- What to Expect
- Spectacular rock concert featuring two of Sweden's most renowned rock bands.
- Description
- Märvel and Liar Thief Bandit are two of Sweden's most renowned rock bands set to perform live at Kafé de luxe. Märvel has over 20 years of experience and a well-deserved reputation as hardworking pioneers, while Liar Thief Bandit is known for their intense live performances and tours across the country.
- Where
- Växjö | More Info : Märvel (SE) and Liar Thief Bandit
Vaexjoe Other Holiday Activities
Wine and Walk Växjö - A Wine Event on Foot
- What to Expect
- Tasting of 9 wines during a walk.
- Description
- Welcome to Wine & Walk Växjö, where you and other "winewalkers" taste 9 wines on a wine-themed walk. The restaurants you visit are centrally located and well-chosen for the evening.
- Where
- Växjö | More Info : Wine and Walk Växjö - A Wine Event on Foot