Last updated: November 22, 2024
Discover the Christmas season events in Varkaus through our comprehensive guide. We offer both locals and visitors a clear overview of the city's Christmas activities and events.
The Varkaus central square serves as the heart of the Christmas season, where the traditional Christmas market attracts visitors with handicrafts and local delicacies. The Art Factory area regularly hosts Christmas concerts, and the historical setting of Päiviönsaari provides an atmospheric environment for winter walks. Events in nearby regions, such as the Christmas markets in Kuopio and Joensuu, complement Varkaus's own Christmas program.
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Varkaus Holiday Light Displays
Christmas Lights
- What to Expect
- The Christmas lights are a traditional window illumination.
- Description
- The Christmas lights event is a traditional one where the windows of Tehtaan koulu are illuminated for Christmas. The event is organized in collaboration with Varkauden Museonystävät ry and the entrepreneurs and associations operating at Tehtaan koulu.
- Where
- Varkaus | More Info : Christmas Lights
Varkaus Holiday Shows and Entertainment
Come Golden Christmas
- What to Expect
- Traditional Christmas concert organized by Varkauden Tuikke.
- Description
- The Joulukonsertti Tule joulu kultainen is a traditional Christmas concert organized by Varkauden Tuikke. The event features performances by Tiina Räsänen and Petri Hervanto. The VIP event starts at 13:30, and it includes coffee and pastries as well as pre-concert warm-ups led by Petri Hervanto. The ticket price for members is 20 euros, and for non-members it is 40 euros, including pre-event activities and concert tickets.
- Where
- Varkaus | More Info : Come Golden Christmas
Christmas Concert
- What to Expect
- The Joulukonsertti is Soisalo Music School's Christmas concert featuring students and teachers.
- Description
- The Joulukonsertti is Soisalo Music School's Christmas concert, featuring performances by students and teachers. The concert includes Christmas carols and other classical pieces.
- Where
- Varkaus | More Info : Christmas Concert
Varkaus Other Holiday Activities
Varkaus Christmas Opening
- What to Expect
- Santa Claus and Christmas characters present
- Description
- Varkauden Joulunavaus is an event that offers a chance for family bonding and unique experiences. The event features Santa Claus and a Christmas market.
- Where
- Varkaus | More Info : Varkaus Christmas Opening
Christmas Dinner
- What to Expect
- Traditional Finnish Christmas dinner
- Description
- The Christmas dinner in Varkaus offers a traditional Finnish Christmas meal, including Christmas ham, pickled herring, and various side dishes. Desserts include glögi, Christmas cookies, and gingerbread.
- Where
- Varkaus | More Info : Christmas Dinner
Christmas Calendar
- What to Expect
- The advent calendar includes a police motorcycle and numerous accessories.
- Description
- The Police Museum Heist Advent Calendar is a great gift for the holiday season, featuring two PLAYMOBIL figures, a motorcycle, handcuffs, a search robot, and much more to create exciting play.
- Where
- Varkaus | More Info : Christmas Calendar
Christmas Cruise
- What to Expect
- The Promenade on the ship offers a variety of experiences for all senses.
- Description
- The Christmas cruise to Stockholm on Silja Symphony offers a relaxing and festive Christmas atmosphere. The Christmas buffet is fully stocked, and the ship arrives in Stockholm on Christmas Day, allowing for a visit to the festive city or a guided tour to Skansen.
- Where
- Varkaus | More Info : Christmas Cruise