Here, you’ll find everything that makes Christmas magical – and things you absolutely can’t miss! We’ve gathered a selection of all the amazing events, both big and small. Get inspiration for activities to do together as a family or discover the best tips for when relatives and friends come to visit.
It’s going to be a Christmas full of wonderful experiences!
Times and more information about the events will be updated continuously.
29 November – A Christmas market right in the heart of the city, offering handicrafts, mulled wine, homemade treats, hot chocolate, and flowers for sale. Learn more about the market.
29 November–21 December – In the middle of the city centre, Santa has placed a large, magical mailbox where all children can send their wish lists to him. The mailbox is located by Äppellunden on Rådhustorget and will be emptied at 16:00 on 21 December.
30 November – Take a break from Christmas shopping and experience the moment when the beautiful Christmas tree is lit at Rådhustorget. Settle down by the warming fires, on seats covered with soft reindeer hides, and enjoy the atmosphere as the Film Festival concludes with a screening in the middle of the square. Learn more about the christmas event at Rådhustoget.
30 November–14 December – Join Musse and Helium on an exciting adventure! With your mobile phone as a guide, step straight into their magical world, where together with the brave sibling mice you’ll search for clues leading to five hidden treasures. Learn more about the treasure hunt.
6 December – Peace on Earth, a warm hug, or maybe something sparkly under the tree? Santa has landed at Rådhustorget and wants to hear everyone’s wishes – big and small. He might even have a secret guest with him.
Learn more about the event.
11 December, 17:00–20:00 – Let the Christmas spirit take over, admire the festive window displays, and enjoy special seasonal offers. A selection of shops will be open late from 17:00 to 20:00. List of shops that will be open.
13 December, 13.00 – Santa plays music and dances with all disco-loving children. Put on your Santa hat – let’s fill Rådhustorget with little dancing elves and Santas! Start times and more information will be announced soon.
Learn more about Santa Disco.
13 December, 14.30– The city centre will be buzzing with Santas big and small! This “Fun Run” can be walked, jogged, or run entirely at your own pace – all dressed as Santas! The course is about 1 km for younger participants and 4 km for adults, with everyone starting together. Start times and more information will be announced soon. Learn more about Santa Run.
13 December, 15.00 – Enjoy a magical Lucia procession making its way through the city centre. The procession starts at Renmarkstorget and continues through the Utopia and MVG quarters, where they will sing atmospheric Christmas songs. Learn more about Lucia.
20 December, 12.00 - 15.00 – Take a break from your Christmas shopping and let the holiday spirit settle in. There will be screenings of animated short films at Rådhustorget, with seating covered in reindeer hides and warming fires on site. Learn more about the film screening.
