Christmas Markets Directory
Roros charming blue-hour Christmas market scene with festive crowds
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Christmas Markets in Norway

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Oslo's GlasMagasinet adorned with festive snowflakes during winter evening
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Roros charming blue-hour Christmas market scene with festive crowds
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Stavanger festive atmosphere at a Christmas market during winter
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Trondheim Christmas market scene with warm blue-hour lighting
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Bergen warm Christmas market scene with visitors enjoying Norwegian treats
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Bergen warm Christmas market scene with visitors enjoying Norwegian treats
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Bergen

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Christmas markets in Bergen

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Oslo

2 Markets

Christmas markets in Oslo

Trondheim Christmas market scene with warm blue-hour lighting
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Trondheim

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Roros charming blue-hour Christmas market scene with festive crowds
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Roros

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Stavanger festive atmosphere at a Christmas market during winter
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Stavanger

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Oslo's GlasMagasinet adorned with festive snowflakes during winter evening
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Jul i Vinterland

Oslo • Spikersuppa, Karl Johan

Christmas magic in Oslo's city centre on the main high street Karl Johans gate, near the Royal Palace. The market features delightful food stalls, a romantic free ice skating rink, and a Ferris wheel. This combination creates a magical Christmas atmosphere lasting well over a month.

Bergen warm Christmas market scene with visitors enjoying Norwegian treats
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Bergen Julemarked

Bergen • Festplassen

Bergen's largest and most visited Christmas market, located in the heart of the city at Festplassen. Features charming stalls with handicrafts, delicacies and Christmas gifts, a Ferris wheel, carousels for children, a Christmas tree forest, and the popular Varmestuen (warming room) with bar. The market transforms the city into a winter wonderland with glittering lights and unique atmosphere.

Oslo's GlasMagasinet adorned with festive snowflakes during winter evening
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Norsk Folkemuseum's annual Christmas fair

Oslo • Norsk Folkemuseum, Bygdøy

One of Norway's most popular Christmas events at this open-air museum in Oslo. Visitors can shop at over a hundred stalls while wandering through a historical retelling of Christmases from decades and centuries past. The whole museum is decorated according to various customs and eras, from a fancy merchant's home in 1769 to a rural Norwegian family in 1959.

Bergen warm Christmas market scene with visitors enjoying Norwegian treats
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The Grand Christmas Market

Bergen • Hotel Norge

An upscale Christmas market at Hotel Norge featuring beautiful presentation and diverse exhibitors in fashion, interior design, gift items, beauty products and services. Includes The Bubble Brunch - Christmas Edition, entertainment and activities. Focus on magical Christmas shopping atmosphere with excellent decoration.

Bergen warm Christmas market scene with visitors enjoying Norwegian treats
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Christmas Market in Leaparken

Bergen • Leaparken

Christmas market featuring Tupperware, homemade items, second-hand goods, and vintage items. Indoor kiosk selling coffee and light snacks available.

Frequently Asked Questions

When do Christmas markets in Norway open in 2026?

Most Christmas markets in Norway open in mid-to-late November and run through Christmas, with some continuing into early January 2027. Exact 2026 dates vary by market — check each market's page for confirmed opening and closing dates.

How many Christmas markets are there in Norway?

Our directory lists 8 Christmas markets across 5 cities in Norway, each with dates, locations, and details to help you plan your visit.

Which cities in Norway have the best Christmas markets?

Some of the top cities for Christmas markets in Norway include Bergen, Oslo, Trondheim, Roros and Stavanger. Each hosts markets with its own distinct character — explore the city guides above to compare them.

What are the most popular Christmas markets in Norway?

Among the most popular Christmas markets in Norway are Jul i Vinterland (Oslo), Bergen Julemarked (Bergen) and Norsk Folkemuseum's annual Christmas fair (Oslo). See our ranked guide to the best Norway Christmas markets for the full list.

Are Christmas markets in Norway free to enter?

Most Christmas markets in Norway are free to enter, though a few charge a small admission fee for special events or peak evenings. Entry details are listed on each individual market page.

What food and drink can you try at Norway Christmas markets?

Norway's Christmas markets serve seasonal favorites like mulled wine, roasted chestnuts, grilled sausages, and freshly baked festive treats, alongside regional specialties unique to each city.

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