Last updated: December 01, 2024
Discover Vantaa's Christmas season events in our comprehensive guide. We offer a current overview of the city's holiday events, whether you're a local or exploring a new destination.
From Tikkurila center to Myyrmäki, the range of events includes traditional Christmas markets, outdoor concerts, and winter activities. The city's main squares and pedestrian streets fill with stalls and lights, and Vantaa's cultural houses organize diverse programs. Other metropolitan area events are easily accessible by train or bus.
Contact information and details below.
Winter wonderland atmosphere
Stockmann's Christmas window is one of the most anticipated holiday traditions in the city center, delighting passersby with its festive atmosphere. The display's imaginative world transports viewers to a fantastical winter wonderland.
Where: Helsinki | More Info: Stockmann Christmas Window
New two-day Christmas fair on Narinkkatori.
The Christmas lights on Aleksanterinkatu will be lit for the 76th time this year, and the festive lights decorate Aleksanterinkatu and other streets. The traditional Christmas parade runs along Aleksanterinkatu to Mannerheimintie and Narinkkatori, where there is a two-day Christmas fair.
Where: Helsinki | More Info: Aleksi Christmas Street Opening
19-meter-long, 11,000 LED-lit Christmas truck.
The Coca-Cola Christmas Truck is a 19-meter-long truck decorated with 11,000 LED lights. It arrives at K-Citymarket Easton and offers Coca-Cola drinks and festive activities.
Where: Helsinki | More Info: Coca-Cola Christmas Truck at Rautatientori
Unique holiday experience in a 200-year-old kestikievari.
The Vanhan ajan joulumarkkinat at Övre Nybacka offer a unique experience in the 200-year-old kestikievari's cozy room and elegant hall. Handmade goods and unique gifts are available at the stalls of local artisans and small producers. The aroma of glögg, coffee, and fresh Christmas pastries guides visitors to the Vantaa-Seura café in the kestikievari.
Where: Vantaa | More Info: Old-Time Christmas Market at Övre Nybacka Inn
Estonian design and food for sale.
Martin Markkinat is a two-day cultural event where you can learn about Estonian culture and travel opportunities. The festival offers Estonian design, food, handicrafts, music performances, and discussions about Estonian society.
Where: Helsinki | More Info: Martin Market at Kaapelitehdas
Over a hundred tables full of fantastic art and design.
The event features art and design from students and alumni of Aalto University School of Arts, held in Otaniemi. Over a hundred tables full of fantastic art and design are available for three days.
Where: Espoo | More Info: Tokyo ry Christmas Fair in Otaniemi
Unique Christmas decorations and home decor items.
Ammattiopisto Liven Christmas market offers a festive atmosphere in Leppävaara. The event features beautiful Christmas decorations, home decor items, handmade crafts, gingerbread houses, dry cakes, and other treats for the holiday table.
Where: Espoo | More Info: Live Vocational College Christmas Fair in Leppävaara
Traditional Latin class Christmas market
At Norssin Saturnalia Christmas market, you can find Christmas shopping and festive atmosphere. There are baked goods, treats, handicrafts, and other gifts available. Additionally, there is a café on site.
Where: Helsinki | More Info: Norssin Saturnalia Christmas Fair
Unique products made by Naisten Pankki members
Naisten Pankin Joulutori is a holiday event where Naisten Pankin products and handmade items are sold. The products include coffee, tea, candles, notebooks, mirrors, baskets, bags, and jewelry. Additionally, there are Christmas cards, decorations, and crafts.
Where: Helsinki | More Info: Women's Bank Christmas Market at Redi Shopping Center
Sustainable and domestic gifts along with practical second-hand finds.
Haltian retkeilykirppis and joulumarkkinat in Nuuksio offer a diverse range of sustainable and domestic gifts as well as practical second-hand finds. The event also features a cozy Joulukahvila and free access to Haltia's exhibitions.
Where: Espoo | More Info: Haltia Outdoor Flea Market and Christmas Market in Nuuksio
Beautiful handmade items and local artisans' products.
Pihlajamäen artisans' Christmas market offers beautiful handmade items and festive shopping. Local artisans showcase their own products.
Where: Helsinki | More Info: Pihlajamäki Christmas Fair
Christmas café and handicrafts
Kaisaniemen elementary school Christmas market offers a festive atmosphere with a Christmas café, handicrafts, gift ideas, music, a flea market, and workshops.
Where: Helsinki | More Info: Kaisaniemi Elementary School Christmas Market
Diverse Christmas market stalls and activities.
The Helsingin Rudolf Steiner School's Christmas market offers a diverse Christmas atmosphere at Ruskeasuola. The market stalls feature Christmas wreaths, Christmas trees, handicrafts, gift bags, baked goods, eco-friendly cleaning products, tea, jam, gluten-free baked goods, sausages, and more. Activities include Christmas card photography, bead workshop, candle-making, architectural advice, obstacle course/troll path, treasure hunt, lottery, sound bath, and dance performance.
Where: Helsinki | More Info: Rudolf Steiner School Christmas Fair in Ruskeasuo
Unique holiday market at Vallilan School.
The Vallilan ala-asteen joulumyyjäiset offer a variety of festive treats and finds in the school's gym hall. The event features baked goods, Christmas decorations, raffles, handmade crafts, and hot grilled sausages. Also available are desired items from Vallilan School, such as tote bags and t-shirts.
Where: Helsinki | More Info: Vallila Elementary School Christmas Fair
Artworks by young artists in Mylly's lobby areas.
The Taideyliopiston Kuvataideakatemian joulumyyjäiset offer unique art pieces, including paintings, sculptures, graphic art, drawings, and photographs. The event takes place at Taideyliopiston's new main building, Mylly, where you can explore the works of young artists.
Where: Helsinki | More Info: University of the Arts Helsinki Christmas Fair
The Christmas market offers various shops and stories.
Puotilan kartanon Christmas market offers a variety of holiday stories and shops where you can find what you need for your celebrations.
Where: Helsinki | More Info: Puotila Manor Christmas Market
Unique vegan Christmas brunch at Korjaamo's kitchen.
VegeXmas market and brunch at Korjaamo offer the best and most ethical purchases for gifts and holiday meals. The event features a variety of food, crafts, cosmetics, and gifts suitable for the holiday table. All products sold are 100% vegan. Korjaamo's kitchen also offers a vegan Christmas brunch available on Saturday and Sunday with two seating times.
Where: Helsinki | More Info: VegeXmas Fair and Brunch at Korjaamo
Festive holiday treats and handmade crafts in an old barn.
Axxell Överbyn Christmas markets in Espoo offer festive holiday treats and handmade crafts at Marketanpuisto in Espoo. The markets are held at Tallinmäki in an old barn, featuring both indoor and outdoor stalls.
Where: Espoo | More Info: Axxell Överby Christmas Market in Espoo
Disco-themed photo shoot and diverse shopping.
KokoTeatterin Christmas Market and Flea Market offers deals and holiday shopping. The cultural café has glögi, gingerbread, and rice porridge for sale. You can book a sales table and take festive photos in our studio with a disco theme.
Where: Helsinki | More Info: KokoTeatteri Christmas Fair and Flea Market
Choirs perform at the Ateneum's portico.
The choirs perform at the Ateneum's portico, creating a festive atmosphere during the holiday season.
Where: Helsinki | More Info: Christmas Concerts at Ateneum Stairs
Unique holiday experience in an art gallery setting.
Studio Savea's holiday events offer a unique experience during the holiday season. The event features a diverse program including music, dance, and captivating performances.
Where: Helsinki | More Info: Studio Savea Christmas Fair
Exhibition and presentation of Finnish design at Pikku-Finlandia.
Ornamon Design Joulu is designed for Finnish designers and their fans. The event features new and innovative design concepts at Pikku-Finlandia.
Where: Helsinki | More Info: Ornamo Design Christmas at Pikku-Finlandia
A community Christmas event with various activities for both children and adults.
Träskändan joulu is a community event featuring craft stalls, a Christmas bazaar, communal singing in the chapel, and a cozy café. There will also be horse rides and an art workshop for children.
Where: Espoo | More Info: Träskanda Christmas
Old Santa Claus and colorful magic shows.
The Pikkuisten joulu event at the Helsinki City Museum is a traditional Christmas celebration where you can meet the old Santa Claus, admire colorful magic shows, and learn about elf skills. Workshops include crafting Christmas cards and decorations, and there is a musical journey for the youngest family members.
Where: Helsinki | More Info: Children's Christmas at the City Museum
Insights into fairy tales and traditional Christmas celebrations
Seurasaaren Christmas Path is a free Christmas event for families, offering insights into Christmas traditions and the first Christmas message. Approximately 15,000 children and adults visit the event each year to enjoy the serene atmosphere of Seurasaari.
Where: Helsinki | More Info: Seurasaari Christmas Path for Families
Event led by Haaga Parish Pastor Mari Mattsson for families with children during Christmas and Advent.
The event is organized by Haaga Parish Pastor Mari Mattsson at the Tonttupolku of Pohjois-Haaga Library. The event includes families with children and is part of the Christmas and Advent season.
Where: Helsinki | More Info: Santa Path at Pohjois-Haaga Library