Christmas Opening in Vaasa
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Welcome to Christmas Opening in Vaasa 22.11.
VAASA CHRISTMAS OPENING 2026 ✨🎄
The Christmas spirit arrives at Vaasa Market Square on Sunday, 22 November! ❤️ Join us for a festive Christmas celebration, enjoy a varied programme and experience the magic of Christmas with the whole family.
🎁 CHRISTMAS MARKET 10 AM–6 PM
The traditional Christmas market at Vaasa Market Square invites you to discover wonderful finds and enjoy the festive atmosphere! Browse the stalls, discover local delicacies and handicrafts, and find inspiration for Christmas gifts. 🎁
(Psst! Would you like to be a vendor at the Christmas market? Find out more and book your sales spot via the link at the bottom!)
PROGRAMME AT MARKET SQUARE
🎤 12:00 PM – Opening ceremony, hosted by Ronja Juola
⭐ 12:15 PM – Traditional Star Boys and Star Girls performance by Onkilahden yhtenäiskoulu
🎺 1:00 PM – KuulaWinds orchestra from Kuula Institute, conducted by Anssi Juvela
🎶 2:00 PM – Robin Rekku & Jekku Orchestra perform upbeat children’s music for the whole family.
🎶 3.30 PM – Chamber Choir Canticum Maris, Choir Director Tarja Viitanen
🎄 4:00 PM – Christmas greeting from the city, delivered by Tomas Häyry, the Mayor of Vaasa,
🎤 4:15 PM – Susanna Hakko (formerly Erkinheimo) performs together with guitarist Jukka Kinnunen. She won The Voice of Finland in 2022, was named Tangoprinsessa in 2025 and came second in Idols in 2012.
🔥 5:00 PM – Experience a spectacular fire show by The Flowing Linda!
CHRISTMAS MAGIC FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY
🎅 Santa Claus and an elf will visit Market Square from 12–2 PM and 3–5 PM. Come and meet Santa and get into the Christmas spirit!
🦙 Aavakerttu’s animals will be at the square from 12–4 PM. Come and meet adorable alpacas, sheep and ducks.
🐴 Riback Stall offers free pony rides on the pedestrian street from 2–4 PM! You can also meet Usva, an African pygmy goat.
🚗 FREE PARKING ALL DAY!
Toriparkki offers free parking throughout the Christmas opening celebrations. Getting to the city centre is easy, so come and enjoy the Christmas market and festivities!
❤️ See you at Vaasa Market Square on Sunday, 22 November 2026!
🎄 Christmas market: 10 AM–6 PM
✨ Christmas opening programme: 12–6 PM
Bring your family and friends and join us as we kick off the Christmas season together! ❤️🎁
Would you like to sell at the Christmas market? Book your sales spot via the link below: https://forms.gle/od9vJ59VwaBSTRuXA
📌 The programme is still being updated. We reserve the right to make changes.