Last updated: December 01, 2024
Discover the joy of Christmas in Varberg with our comprehensive event guide. We have gathered all the festive activities that make this coastal town's Christmas celebration a memorable experience for both locals and visitors.
From the atmospheric Christmas market at Varberg's square to the traditional activities at Varberg Fortress, the city offers a wide range of Christmas events. Along the cobblestone streets of the old town, Christmas lights illuminate while the scent of mulled wine and gingerbread spreads from local cafés. In the harbor, visitors can experience the maritime Christmas atmosphere with winter activities and crafts from local producers.
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Varberg Holiday Markets and Shopping
Liseberg Christmas Market
Lisebergs Christmas Market is a world filled with holiday atmosphere featuring millions of Christmas lights and various Christmas markets. You can go on a treasure hunt among the stalls, lace up your skates, or simply enjoy all the flavors and scents of the season.
Tjolöholm Castle Christmas Market
Tjolöholms Castle Christmas Market is a tradition since 1987, featuring over a hundred exhibitors offering food and handicrafts. The event includes children's entertainment, music, and visits with Santa Claus.
Hönö Klåva Christmas Market
Hönö Klåva's Christmas market offers a complete festive atmosphere with Christmas shopping, activities, and Santa meet-and-greets for all ages. The harbor is bustling with vendors, food stalls, and entertainment.
Varberg Holiday Shows and Entertainment
Christmas Concerts at Solviken
The concerts at Solviken offer a unique experience with music and atmosphere that create a special ambiance.
Oktoberfest at Apelviken
Oktoberfest at Apelviken is a traditional autumn festival in Varberg where beautiful Bavarian tones fill the air. With two live bands and a Tyrolean orchestra at its best, as well as a local cover band, we create a lively atmosphere with music, singing, and beer.
Varberg Other Holiday Activities
Christmas Smorgasbord at Solviken
Julbord på Solviken offers a traditional Christmas buffet experience with classic dishes like herring, sausage, meatballs, and ham, as well as some innovative additions. Every Friday and Saturday, four servings are served with mulled wine and gingerbread, smoked reindeer fillet, Christmas ham, ribs, and meatballs, and ends with ris à la Malta and poached pear.
Halloweekend at Apelviken
Halloweekend at Apelviken offers a themed stay with Halloween decorations, pumpkin workshop, ghost walk with torches, and many other spooky activities.