Christmas in Oslo
Christmas markets in Oslo 2022
As the most festive time of the year approaches, there's nothing like a Christmas market to get you in the Christmas spirit. The taste of roasted almonds, the smell of hot mulled wine and, not least, a huge selection of cheerful elves and glittering decorations will put you in a good mood and warm your cheeks while you browse through all the great offers for the best Christmas present of the year.
In Oslo, you can visit Christmas markets to suit all tastes. The Christmas spirit is spreading and there's even a good chance you'll see real snow on the roofs.
See our tips for Christmas markets in Oslo in 2022 below.
Christmas in Winterland
9. november - 31. december 2024
The Christmas magic starts here! If you want to experience a magical Christmas atmosphere, visit Oslo's largest Christmas market Jul i Vinterland, in the heart of Oslo city centre. Here you can smell and taste Christmas, and find very special Christmas gifts spiced up with genuine Norwegian Christmas spirit in the cosy wooden stalls.
And try the fun activities for young and old, such as the 33-metre-high Christmas decorated Ferris wheel, the "Little Corkscrew" roller coaster and the big ice rink - it's sure to put butterflies in your stomach and a smile on your face.
Christmas market at Bærums Verk
26 November - 23 December 2022
Experience the atmosphere of good, old-fashioned Christmas at the traditional Christmas market at Bærums Verk. Let the scent of Christmas spruce mingle with fragrant Christmas treats. At the market you'll find everything from good food to delicate design and art in the beautiful, idyllic surroundings of Bærums Verk, which was built more than 400 years ago. The Christmas market also offers activities for children, who can visit Santa Claus, blow glass baubles and ride in a horse-drawn carriage.
Norwegian Folk Museum Christmas Market
3-4 & 10-11 December 2022
Explore the popular Christmas market at the Norwegian Folk Museum, where you can get an insight into the old Norwegian Christmas traditions. Here you can see and experience for yourself what Christmas was like in the olden days, and you can shop for real Christmas spirit in the form of exciting goods and traditional food. There are also Christmas concerts, performances for the whole family and good old-fashioned Christmas fun.
Christmas market on Stortorvet
5 November - 23 December 2022
If you want to enjoy the Christmas spirit in a sheltered place, visit the Christmas Market on Stortorvet, which you can experience almost all November and December. Here, the Christmas spirit spreads under the big canvas tents and there are Christmas treats for both eyes and stomach. If you're looking for Christmas gifts, you'll also find some good options here.
The designers' Christmas market
3-4 December 2022
Do you like unique designer gifts or handmade jewellery? Then stop by the Designers' Christmas Market where you can find original Christmas gifts in the form of clothing, jewellery, ceramics and glass made by local designers and creators. If you're looking for a gift that's guaranteed to be made with love and passion, you'll find it here. Admission is payable at the entrance.