The 12 best Copenhagen Christmas markets

Address: Vesterbrogade 3, Copenhagen

Dates 2025: November 15 to early January 2026, dates TBC

A Christmas trip to Copenhagen isn’t complete until you have walked through the gates at Tivoli. Every December, Tivoli undergoes a magical transformation and is decorated in thousands of Christmas lights.

In addition to cozy Christmas stalls with all kinds of Christmas treats, you can also meet Santa Claus in his Christmas room and participate in the traditional Christmas tree lighting and Lucia procession.

Address: Bertel Thorvaldsens Plads, Copenhagen

Dates 2025: November 7 – December 21

From 2024, the Christmas market at Kongens Nytorv moved to Thorvaldsens Plads. The Christmas market is one of the first to open and one of the most beloved Copenhagen Christmas markets. So this is the place to go if you want to get into the Christmas spirit before December.

Experience Christmas as in the old days with Christmas stalls surrounded by historical decorations. Here you will find Christmas treats such as apple punch and mulled wine. For the best experience, visit after dark to experience the magical Christmas lights.

Address: Højbro Plads, Strøget, Copenhagen

Dates 2025: November 4 – December 21, Mon – Wed 11 a.m. – 7 p.m., Thu 11 a.m. – 8 p.m., Fri – Sat 11 a.m. – 9 p.m., Sun 12 p.m. – 7 p.m.

Højbro Plads is one of the biggest Christmas Markets in Copenhagen. Here, the stalls are surrounded by Christiansborg Castle and the square’s other historic buildings, with the statue of Absalon riding his horse in the middle.

At the Christmas Market at Højbro Plads you can treat your taste buds to Christmas delicacies from all over Europe. In addition to the traditional Danish Christmas treats, you can munch on everything from cheese and meats to German currywurst. If you need a few presents to put under the Christmas tree, you will find several stalls selling local gifts.

Address: Nørrebrohallen, Nørrebrogade 208, 2200 Copenhagen

Dates 2025: December 12 – 14. Friday 2 p.m. – 7 p.m., Saturday 11 a.m. – 5 p.m., Sunday 11 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Flids Christmas market is a special market where visitors can see the artists and their creative processes. Everything here is created based on sustainable principles, from ceramics, and art to wood design, lighting, crafts, and jewelry. A great option if you want to find unique, local gifts to bring home.

Address: Nytorv, 1609 Copenhagen

Dates 2025: November 14 – December 20, Sunday – Thu 11 a.m. – 7 p.m., Fri + Sat 11 a.m. – 8 p.m.

In the middle of Nytorv you will find the cozy H.C. Andersen’s Christmas Market. The Christmas Market is named after the world-famous storyteller, just as the many stalls are also named after H.C. Andersen’s popular stories.

You may even spot an impersonator of HC Andersen who you can get your photo taken with. If you are visiting with children, they are guaranteed to love the nostalgic carousel or a ride on the beautiful Christmas carousel.

Address: Design Museum Denmark, Bredgade 68, Copenhagen

Dates 2025: TBC

At the Design Museum members of Danish Craftsmen & Designers are invited to VÆRK’s popular Christmas Market. Here you have the opportunity to buy unique Christmas gifts of high artisanal quality from over 80 different stalls. If you get hungry, you’ll find traditional apple slices and mulled wine.

Address: Roskildevej 32, 2000 Frederiksberg

Dates 2025: TBC

Copenhagen Zoo is a popular destination all year round for visitors with and without children. Why not stop by the zoo during this Christmas to wish the animals happy holidays? In December, you’ll find Santa’s House, reindeer and gift workshops to spread joy to young and old alike.

The Christmas train runs around the park, decorated with 900 Christmas trees, and children can make straw animals and feed the animals in the petting zoo. At the Zoo Tower you’ll find Christmas stalls with Christmas decorations, crafts and treats like apple slices, roasted almonds and hot chocolate.