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Christmas at Skansen

Dance around the tree, listen to music, experience the Swedish Lucia tradition, visit our traditional Christmas market, historical celebrations and more! Here is a complete overview of everything Skansen offers during the holiday season.

  • We’ve gathered all our Christmas activities in one place to help you make the most of your visit. On this page, you’ll find a complete overview of everything we offer during the holiday season.

    Plan your visit by exploring the different activities along with details on dates, locations and, if not applicable during the whole day, hours.

  • Folk music in the Älvros Farmstead

    1, 5 and 6 January

    Folk music has deep roots in Sweden, and at Skansen, it’s an integral part of our heritage. Come visit the Älvros Farmstead to hear Skansen's Folk Musicians play!

    More information

  • End of Christmas celebrations

    Bollnäs Square, 6 January 2026

    Gather around the Christmas tree for a joyful celebration of Epiphany on January 6th! Enjoy lively music and traditional dancing led by Skansen’s folk dancers and musicians, as we continue the festive spirit together.

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  • Christmas market

    This year’s Christmas market has come to an end – welcome back in 2026!

  • The Children´s zoo (Lill-Skansen) included in the entrance fee
    Jan-Mar weekdays10-15 weekends 10-16, April 10-16, May 10.00–17.00, Jun-Aug 10.00-18.00, Sept 10.00-17.00, Oct-Dec weekdays 10-15, weekends 10-16

  • Baltic Sea Science Center, included in the entrance fee
    Jan-Mar weekdays10-15 weekends 10-16, April 10-16, May 10.00–17.00, Jun-Aug 10.00-18.00, Sept 10.00-17.00, Oct-Dec weekdays 10-15, weekends 10-16

  • Funicular railway (Bergbanan)
    The funicular railwayruns daily during Easter, weekends in April and thereafter daily.

  • The Skansen-Aquarium
    Opens daily 10.00 see calendar for closing hours