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Maihaugen's Christmas market

Experience Maihaugen's Christmas market - a festive start to the Advent season

The first weekend of Advent, Maihaugen in Lillehammer invites you to the annual Christmas market – the perfect way to kick off your holiday celebrations. Here, history, culture, and the authentic Christmas spirit come together in a unique setting.

Explore Christmas traditions through the history

At the Christmas market, you’ll get a taste of how Christmas has been celebrated throughout various eras. Decorated houses and costumed actors provide insights into traditions from the Middle Ages to modern times. It’s an experience that sparks nostalgia and fills you with holiday cheer.

Charming market stalls

The market stalls offer high-quality crafts, handmade goods, and local delicacies. Whether you search for Christmas gifts or unique treasures for your home, you will find it all here.

Activities for the whole family

Maihaugen’s Christmas market has something to offer for people of all ages. Children can bake gingerbread, visit the animals in the barn, or join in on Christmas workshops. For a special experience, join a sleigh ride or try riding the ponies. Throughout the museum, you can enjoy music, singing, and other entertainment.