Top 12 Christmas Markets in Copenhagen

During November and December, Copenhagen offers a variety of Christmas Markets filled with festive treats, gifts, and joy for both children and adults. Immerse yourself in the holiday spirit at the finest Christmas Markets in the city.

The finest Christmas Markets in Copenhagen

1. Tivoli Christmas

• Location: Vesterbrogade 3, Copenhagen
• Dates: 15 November to 5 January 2024
• Hours: Monday – Thursday and Sunday 11-23, Friday & Saturday 11-24,

No trip to Copenhagen during Christmas is complete without a stroll through Tivoli's gates. Each December, Tivoli transforms into a winter wonderland adorned with thousands of twinkling lights. Besides charming stalls filled with festive goodies, visitors can meet Santa Claus in his special room and join in the traditional tree lighting and Lucia procession.

2. Christmas Market at Kongens Nytorv

• Location: Thorvaldsens Plads
• Dates: 8th November to 21st December 2024
• Hours: Mon to Wed 11:00 am – 7:00 pm; Thu 11:00 am – 8:00 pm; Fri & Sat 11:00 am – 9:00 pm; Sun 12:00 pm – 7:00 pm

Starting in 2024, the Christmas market at Kongens Nytorv will relocate to Thorvaldsens Plads. This market is among the first to open and is a favorite among locals, making it the perfect spot to soak in the festive atmosphere before December arrives.

Step back in time and enjoy a traditional Christmas atmosphere with stalls adorned in historical decor. Here, you can savor festive delights like apple punch and mulled wine. For the most enchanting experience, visit after dark to see the magical Christmas lights illuminating the market.

3. Christmas Market at Højbro Plads

• Location: Højbro Plads
• Dates: November 5 to December 21, 2024
• Hours: Monday – Wednesday 11:00 am – 7:00 pm, Thursday to Saturday 11:00 am – 9:00 pm, Sunday 12:00 pm – 7:00 pm

Højbro Plads hosts one of the largest Christmas Markets in Copenhagen, surrounded by the grandeur of Christiansborg Castle and other historic buildings, with the statue of Absalon on horseback at its center.

At the Højbro Plads Christmas Market, indulge your palate with festive delicacies from across Europe. Alongside traditional Danish treats, you can enjoy a variety of offerings from cheeses and meats to German currywurst. Plus, if you're looking for gifts to place under the Christmas tree, several stalls feature local handmade items.

4. Flid Christmas Market

• Location: Nørrebrohallen, Nørrebrogade 208
• Dates: December 6 to 8, 2024
• Hours: Friday 12:00 pm – 6:00 pm; Saturday & Sunday 11:00 am – 5:00 pm

Flid's Christmas market offers a unique experience where visitors can watch artists at work and witness their creative processes. Every item sold is crafted with sustainability in mind, including ceramics, artwork, wood designs, lighting, crafts, and jewelry. It’s an ideal spot for finding one-of-a-kind local gifts to take home.

5. H.C. Andersen’s Christmas Market

• Location: Nytorv, 1450
• Dates: November 15 to December 21, 2024
• Hours: Sunday – Thursday 11:00 am – 7:00 pm, Friday and Saturday 11:00 am – 8:00 pm

Nestled in the heart of Nytorv is the charming H.C. Andersen’s Christmas Market. Named after the beloved storyteller, the various stalls also pay homage to his famous tales.

You might even catch a glimpse of a performer portraying H.C. Andersen, with whom you can snap a photo. Kids will adore the nostalgic carousel and the delightful Christmas-themed rides.

6. VÄRK’s Christmas Market

• Location: Design Museum Denmark, Bredgade 68
• Dates: December 6-8 and 13-15, 2024
• Hours: 10:00 am – 5:00 pm

At the Design Museum, members of Danish Craftsmen & Designers come together for VÆRK’s beloved Christmas Market. Here, you can find unique, high-quality artisanal gifts from over 80 stalls. If you're feeling peckish, traditional apple slices and mulled wine await.

7. Christmas Market at Store Godthåb

• Location: Godthåbsvej 79, 2000 Frederiksberg
• Dates: November 29 – December 23
• Hours: 2:00 pm – 6:00 pm

For a cozy and intimate Christmas experience, make sure to visit Store Godthåb in Frederiksberg. The courtyard is adorned with stunning South Funen Christmas trees, while the historic barn is overflowing with greenery, wreaths, and festive decorations. Enjoy mulled wine, hot cocoa, and apple slices in the courtyard.

8. Christmas at Fasangården

• Location: The pheasant farm in Frederiksberg Have
• Dates: Every Sunday during Advent (December 1 – December 24, 2024)
• Hours: 1:00 pm – 4:30 pm

Nestled in the heart of Frederiksberg Have, Fasangården is transformed into a magical destination for both children and adults during the festive season. Every Sunday in December, this enchanting farm comes alive with Christmas crackers, an oyster bar, visits from Santa Claus, and a Christmas choir. Enjoy festive treats while indulging in the farm’s famous smørrebrød in its cozy rooms.

9. Christmas Market on Værnedamsvej

• Location: Værnedamsvej, Copenhagen
• Date: December 2nd, 2024
• Hours: 9:00 am – 5:00 pm

On the first Saturday of December, the traditional market day on Værnedamsvej between Frederiksberg and Vesterbro is transformed into a festive Christmas Market. Local shops, cafés, and delicatessens set up stalls on the street to showcase their delectable offerings. Expect to find vintage treasures, handcrafted items, books, and an abundance of food.

10. Vesterbro RAW Christmas Market

• Location: DGI Byen
• Date: December 2nd, 2024
• Hours: 11:00 am – 5:00 pm

Looking for a unique Christmas Market experience in Copenhagen? The Vesterbro RAW Christmas Market showcases unconventional crafts, design, and art. Up to 60 artisans and food creators will fill DGI Byen, located next to Hovedbanegården, offering a variety of quirky, creative, and delectable holiday gifts, including upcycled lamps, handmade soaps, and jewelry.

11. Christmas at Copenhagen Zoo

• Location: Roskildevej 32, 2000 Frederiksberg
• Dates: November 16 to January 2, 2024
• Hours: Monday – 10:00 am to 4:00 pm (December 24 and 31, 10:00 am to 2:00 pm)

Copenhagen Zoo attracts visitors year-round, both young and old. This Christmas season, stop by to wish the animals happy holidays! In December, you can explore Santa’s House, meet reindeer, and participate in gift workshops to spread holiday cheer.

The Christmas train meanders through the park, adorned with 900 festive trees, while children can create straw animals and feed the pets in the petting zoo. At the Zoo Tower, enjoy Christmas stalls filled with decorations, crafts, and tasty treats like apple slices, roasted almonds, and hot chocolate.

12. Veras Christmas Market

• Location: Tunnelfabrikken, Oceanvej 1, 2150
• Dates: December 2nd & 3rd, 2024
• Hours: 11:00 am to 4:00 pm

For the first time, Veras presents a new Copenhagen Christmas market highlighting secondhand and sustainable products. Set in Denmark’s largest venue, Tunnelfabrikken, it will showcase vintage shops, knitting and crochet, as well as emerging upcycling and redesign talents.

The Christmas market aims for everyone to take home unique, eco-friendly gifts. Besides shopping for presents, you can join Vera’s Used Bingo at 1:00 pm on both Saturday and Sunday. Bingo cards are available for purchase online, giving you a chance to win exclusive Christmas gifts.