Being in Poland before Christmas and not visiting a Christmas market is an unforgivable mistake. If you find yourself in one of Poland's cities in December — or live there permanently — make sure to visit a market to soak up the festive atmosphere, taste traditional Christmas treats, and take part in themed events.
Where and when will Christmas markets take place in Poland in 2024-2025? Here's everything you need to know.
Dates: opened 23 November 2024, runs until 6 January 2025 Location: Międzymurze, near Castle Square Spiced mulled wine, sweet treats, entertainment, and original crafts at festive stalls — Warsaw's market has something for everyone. Worth noting: the ice rink in Warsaw will be operating in the Old Town, around the Mermaid monument.
Dates: 29 November 2024 – 7 January 2025 Location: the traditional venue — the Main Market Square. Additional Christmas spots will also be set up at Salt Square and on Świdnicka and Oławska streets. Come and taste mulled wine served in a boot and take a selfie in front of the windmill. Important: the market will be closed on 24–25 December and 1 January.
Dates: 29 November 2024 – 1 January 2025 Location: Main Market Square. This is not only one of Poland's oldest markets but also one of its finest (according to European media). It's a must-visit to enjoy numerous events and traditions, sample classic Polish cuisine, and browse crafts from Poland and neighbouring countries alike.
Dates: opened 22 November 2024, closes on Christmas Eve — 23 December 2024 Location: Targ Węglowy, Bogusławskiego and Tkacka streets Said to be one of the most spectacular markets in Poland. The main stage near the Wybrzeże Theatre will host concerts and artistic performances. In the angelic corner by the Upland Gate, you can enjoy decorations and illuminations. And at the armoury of the Academy of Fine Arts on Tkacka Street, works by Academy students and local craftsmen will be on display.
Dates: 16 November 2024 – 6 January 2025 Locations: at EXPO Poznań (16.11–22.12) and at Freedom Square (16.11.24–6.01.25) The International Trade Fair EXPO Poznań is worth visiting for a ride on the Ferris wheel, which offers a panoramic view of the city. There will also be an ice rink and Santa's House.
Dates: 22 November – 5 January Location: Main Market Square (Rynek Główny) More than a hundred market stalls await you here. Obrońców Katowice Square is well worth a visit for its impressive light installations.
Dates: 29 November 2024 – 23 December 2024 Location: Piotrkowska Street, near Schiller Passage Concerts, carolling, and workshops will take place here, with the official Christmas tree lighting ceremony on Freedom Square scheduled for 30 November at 6:00 PM.
It's worth noting that in some cities the programme, dates, and locations are still being confirmed and will soon appear in local media and on municipal websites.
Dates: 22 November – 22 December 2024 Location: Stary Rynek
Dates: 29 November – 22 December 2024 Location: plac Lotników, plac Adamowicza, aleja Kwiatowa
Dates: 23 November – 22 December 2024 Location: Old Town Market Square
Dates: 22 November – 24 December 2024 Location: Rynek
Dates: 12–15 December 2024 Location: Old Town
Dates: 15–21 December 2024 Location: Stary Rynek
Dates: 6 December – 9 January Location: Litewski Square and other central venues
Dates: 6 December – 6 January Location: Rynek
Dates: 19–22 December 2024 Location: Rynek
Dates: 1–22 December 2024 Location: Rynek
Dates: 6–22 December 2024 Location: Rynek
Dates: 30 November – 22 December 2024 Location: Rynek Kościuszki
Dates: 13–15 December 2024 Location: Rynek, Plac Wojska Polskiego, Plac Ratuszowy
Dates: 7 December – 6 January Location: Plac Niepodległości
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Warsaw's Christmas market opened on 23 November 2024 and runs until 6 January 2025. It is held at Międzymurze, near Castle Square. An ice rink also operates in the Old Town, around the Mermaid monument.
Several markets run into the new year: Warsaw and Poznań until 6 January 2025, Wrocław until 7 January, and Katowice until 5 January. Kraków's market closes on 1 January 2025, while Lublin runs until 9 January and Rzeszów and Zakopane until 6 January.
No, the Wrocław market is closed on 24–25 December and on 1 January. It runs from 29 November 2024 to 7 January 2025 on the Main Market Square, with extra Christmas spots at Salt Square and on Świdnicka and Oławska streets.
Poznań's market is held at EXPO Poznań (16 November–22 December) and at Freedom Square (16 November 2024–6 January 2025). At EXPO you can ride a Ferris wheel with a panoramic city view, visit an ice rink, and see Santa's House.
Kraków's market on the Main Market Square is described as one of Poland's oldest and, according to European media, one of its finest. It runs from 29 November 2024 to 1 January 2025 and offers events, traditions, classic Polish cuisine, and crafts from Poland and neighbouring countries.
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