Traditional Christmas Market at Vaasa market square
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Traditional christmas market at Vaasa market Square 21–22 Nov 2026
Traditional Christmas Market at Vaasa Market Square 21–22 Nov 2026
Vaasan Kauppatori ry organizes the Christmas Market on 21–22 November 2026. The event offers activities and sights for all ages.
Local vendors and sellers from all over Finland will gather at the square. The stalls offer high-quality crafts, food, and mulled wine (glögg).
Program and Schedules:
Saturday 21 Nov at 10:00–17:00
• At 10:00: Christmas Market opens.
• At 12:00–14:00: Santa Claus is at the market square handing out sweet treats! You can also chat with him and give him your Christmas wish list if you want.
• All day: Free mini-train ride, free small carousel, and playful activities for children.
• Christmas Market raffle : Participation during Saturday. Prizes include a Christmas ham voucher (donated by K-Citymarket Vaasa Keskusta) and complimentary tickets to Spa Tropiclandia (donated by Vaasa Spa Tropiclandia). The results will be announced and winners published on Saturday at 17:00.
Sunday 22 Nov at 10:00–18:00
• At 10:00: Christmas Market opens.
• At 12:00–18:00: Official Christmas Opening of Vaasa, organized by Visit Vaasa.
• All day: The mini-train and small carousel are open (note: rides are subject to a fee on Sunday).