Monday, November 11, 2024 As December draws near, Helsinki transforms into a festive wonderland, filling its markets, restaurants, and streets with holiday cheer. It’s the season of cozy gatherings, glowing lights, and indulgent feasts. Finns celebrate this season by creating warm, festive environments across the city, from market squares to quaint delis, where friends and family gather to enjoy seasonal treats and traditions.
There’s no better time to experience Finnish Christmas and explore Helsinki’s rich food culture, whether you’re savoring traditional dishes or discovering modern twists on holiday classics. Tuomaan Markkinat, Helsinki’s oldest Christmas market, brings the season’s magic to Senate Square, offering a true Finnish Christmas experience. This year, the market features nearly 120 stalls, including 25 new ones, each brimming with handmade gifts, crafts, and local delicacies.
Enjoy a warm cup of glögi , Finland’s signature spiced mulled wine, enhanced with cinnamon, cardamom, and cloves, or sample the market’s unique strawberry-infused variation. Delight in traditional dishes like loimulohi —fire-roasted salmon—and treat yourself to a sweet serving of salted caramel rice porridge or pastries from the festive bakery. For those looking for holiday gifts, the market offers everything from Christmas coffee to artisanal gingerbread, perfect mementos to bring home.
Helsinki Christmas Market: November 29 – December 22, 2024 For a more contempor.
