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Traditional Christmas markets in Sweden 2026 – 26 old-fashioned markets

The scent of glögg between timber houses, dancing around the tree and crafts like dipped candles and juniper wreaths: 26 Swedish Christmas markets are held in historic settings — open-air museums, old wooden towns, heritage farms and former ironworks. Here is the full list, with dates where released.

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Markets at open-air museums

13 markets are held at open-air museums and heritage reserves, where the buildings, costumes and traditions are part of the experience:

Wooden towns, heritage farms & ironworks

Old-fashioned Christmas spirit is also found in the preserved wooden towns, heritage farms and former mining and ironworks settings:

Frequently asked questions

What is a traditional Christmas market?
A Christmas market in a historic setting — an open-air museum, wooden town, heritage farm or old ironworks — where crafts, fires and traditions like dancing around the tree take centre stage rather than funfairs and commerce.
Which is the most classic old-fashioned Christmas market?
Skansen's market in Stockholm has been held at the open-air museum since 1903 and is the archetype. Jamtli in Östersund is one of the most visited in northern Europe.