Christmas Markets in Småland and on Öland in 2026 – Dates and Excursion Tips

Our Top Picks for Christmas Markets in 2026

As fall gives way to winter, Christmas markets begin to pop up all over Småland. Historic settings are filled with lanterns, artisans sell pottery, sheepskin, and woodcrafts, and the air is filled with the scent of mulled wine, saffron buns, and fir branches.

If you’re staying with us at Smålandstorpet, there are several wonderful Christmas outings to choose from. Here, we’ve compiled a list of markets in Småland and on Öland, plus a recommendation in nearby Västergötland. Some are perfect for a short outing, while others—such as Kalmar, Öland, and Västervik—require longer trips.

Start with the date overview if you know when you want to go, or select an area to find markets along your route.

Updated October 31, 2026. This guide lists upcoming markets. Opening hours, programs, and prices are subject to change—follow the link for each market for the latest information. Where information for 2026 is missing or differs, this is noted in the text.

Christmas Markets 2026 – Dates and Locations

Click on the market's name to see its hours, location, and our tips. All dates in the overview are for 2026.

* Sägnernas Hus: dates as listed in the event calendar; please confirm with the organizer.

Jönköping, Huskvarna, and Gränna

Christmas Market at Rosenlund Manor – Jönköping

• Date: November 21–22, 2026
• Hours: 11:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. both days
• Location: Rosenlund Manor and Rose Garden, Jönköping
• Admission: Free admission

The manor house and the rose garden provide a lovely setting for a Christmas outing. Here you’ll find crafts, music, and theater, as well as homemade treats, hot dogs, and mulled wine. Be sure to check out the Christmas table settings and vote for your favorite!

Our outing tip: Combine a visit to the market with a coffee break or a walk along Lake Vättern.

Learn more about the Christmas Market at Rosenlund Manor

Gränna Christmas Market – Gränna

• Date: December 6, 2026
• Hours: 11:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m.
• Location: Brahegatan and Hallska-gården, Gränna
• Admission: Free admission

In Gränna, polkagris candy is a staple of the Christmas season. Along Brahegatan and at Hallska Farm, you’ll find crafts, Christmas decorations, and treats. The shops are open, and the candy shops are baking away.

Our recommendation: Set aside some time to visit a polkagris factory and take a stroll through the alleys.

Learn more about the Gränna Christmas Market

Christmas in the Park in Huskvarna – Huskvarna

• Date: December 12, 2026
• Hours: Starts at 2:00 p.m.
• Location: Huskvarna Folkets Park
• Admission: 60 SEK for ages 15 and older, 30 SEK for children and teens under 15. Free for children under 5. Family ticket: 150 SEK (two adults and two children).

A Christmas outing for young and old alike, featuring local vendors, crafts, and Christmas music. Among other things, children can meet Santa, hand in their wish lists, and try pony rides.

Our excursion tip: Be sure to visit Jönköping while you're out on this trip.

Learn more about Christmas in the Park in Huskvarna

Eksjö, Tranås, and Aneby and the surrounding area

Adelöv Christmas Market – Adelöv

• Date: November 22, 2026
• Hours: 12:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m.
• Location: Adelövs Gård and the church village, between Gränna and Tranås
• Admission: Free admission

In Adelöv, a rustic Christmas market awaits, featuring crafts, local food products, and Christmas music. A pleasant alternative for those who appreciate a smaller town and an old-fashioned Christmas atmosphere.

Our outing tip: Make the drive through the countryside part of the outing.

Learn more about the Adelöv Christmas Market

Christmas Market in Åsens Village – Haurida, Aneby

• Date: November 28–29, 2026
• Hours: 11:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m. both days
• Location: Åsens By Cultural Reserve, Haurida, Aneby Municipality
• Admission: Free admission

Amid the houses and farms of the village of Åsen, it’s easy to get into the Christmas spirit. Artisans can be found both throughout the village and inside the historic buildings. There’s also coffee and pastries, porridge, crafts, horse-drawn carriage rides, and a visit from Santa.

Our outing tip: A great choice for those who enjoy combining a Christmas market with a cultural-historical setting.

Learn more about the Christmas Market in Åsens by

Eksjö Christmas Market – Eksjö

• Date: December 5–6, 2026
• Hours: Saturday 10:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m., Sunday 11:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
• Location: Eksjö's Old Town, including the town squares and museum areas
• Admission: Free admission

Eksjö’s old wooden town is a big part of the experience. Among the houses, you’ll find handicrafts made of ceramics, silver, wool, and textiles, along with Christmas treats. Music and historical touches enhance the feeling of a market day from days gone by.

Our tip for your outing: Be sure to arrive early and take the time to stroll through the older neighborhoods.

Learn more about the Eksjö Christmas Market

Småland's Longest Christmas Market – Tranås

• Date: December 13, 2026
• Hours: 12:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m.
• Location: Storgatan and the town square, Tranås
• Admission: Free admission

In Tranås, the Christmas market is integrated with the town’s shops. Here you’ll find crafts, delicacies, local products, and food trucks along Storgatan and in the town square.

Our outing tip: Perfect for those who want to combine a visit to the market with Christmas shopping in the city center.

Dates and times are listed in the "Ta dig ut" event calendar. Be sure to check this year's program at Entré Tranås before your visit.

Learn more about Småland's longest Christmas market

Värnamo and Reftele and the surrounding area

Christmas Market in Stora Segerstad – Reftele

• Date: November 14–15, 2026
• Hours: 10:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. both days
• Location: Stora Segerstadsgymnasiet, outside Reftele
• Admission: 80 SEK. Children under 15 are free.

Here, traditional crafts blend with local flavors. Among the exhibitors, you’ll find wreaths, textiles, woodwork, wrought iron, and woolen goods, as well as sausages, marmalade, fruit juice, and other treats for the Christmas table. The market is organized in collaboration with the Hushållningssällskapet.

Our outing tip: Bring a bag for anything you want to buy to take home for your Christmas dinner.

Learn more about the Christmas Market in Stora Segerstad

Växjö, Kosta, and Älmhult

Huseby Christmas Fair – Huseby, near Växjö

• Date: November 7–15, 2026
• Hours: 10:00 a.m.–8:00 p.m. on November 7 and November 11–14. 10:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m. on November 8–10 and November 15.
• Location: Huseby Bruk, south of Alvesta and Växjö
• Admission: 80–150 SEK, depending on the day. Children under 12 are free. A tour of the castle costs extra.

Huseby is a destination where you can easily spend several hours. The mill’s buildings feature handicrafts and locally produced food. As darkness falls, illuminated fir trees and lanterns add to the Christmas spirit. There are plenty of places to stop for a bite to eat.

Our outing tip: Choose your visit date carefully—both opening hours and admission prices vary.

Learn more about the Huseby Christmas Fair

Christmas in Kosta – Kosta, the Kingdom of Glass

• Dates: November 21–December 31, select days in 2026
• Hours: Through December 20: Fridays 12:00 p.m.–7:00 p.m., Saturdays 11:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m., and Sundays 11:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. December 25–30: 12:00 p.m.–5:00 p.m. New Year’s Eve: 10:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m.
• Location: The Christmas market area in Kosta
• Admission: Adults 125 SEK, children ages 4–12 75 SEK. Children under one meter tall are admitted free of charge, according to the organizer.

In Kosta, the Christmas market is part of a larger Christmas experience featuring lights, Christmas trees, and market stalls. Here, you can browse for Christmas gifts among the crafts and delicacies and continue your outing by visiting the town’s glassware and outlet stores.

Our tip for your outing: Be sure to plan your visit so you can see the lights as it gets dark. The market isn't open every day throughout the entire period.

Learn more about Christmas in Kosta

Småland Christmas Market at Live! – Älmhult

• Date: December 5–6, 2026
• Hours: See the organizer's current schedule
• Location: Live! Älmhult, Handelsvägen 6
• Admission: See the organizer's current ticket information

Live! brings together crafts, design, and locally produced delicacies over the Christmas holiday. A great choice for anyone who enjoys browsing for Christmas gifts and locally made goods.

Our outing tip: Check Live!’s opening hours and admission fees before planning your trip.

Learn more about the Småland Christmas Market on Live!

Vimmerby and Västervik

Christmas Market at Astrid Lindgren's Näs – Vimmerby

• Date: November 27–29, 2026
• Hours: Friday 11:00 a.m.–7:00 p.m., Saturday and Sunday 11:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
• Location: Astrid Lindgren's Näs, Vimmerby
• Admission: 115 SEK (ages 15–64), 95 SEK (65+), 45 SEK (ages 5–14). Children ages 0–4 are admitted free when accompanied by a guardian.

For many of us, Astrid Lindgren’s stories are an integral part of Christmas. At the farm where she grew up, you’ll find a market featuring handicrafts, arts and crafts, and food. The setting makes for a particularly enjoyable visit for anyone who loves the stories about Christmas in Småland.

Our outing tip: If you'd also like to visit the childhood home or the exhibition, you'll need to buy a separate ticket.

Learn more about the Christmas Market at Astrid Lindgren's Näs

Christmas in Båtsmansgränd – Västervik

• Date: December 11–13, 2026
• Hours: Friday and Saturday 11:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m., Sunday 11:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.
• Location: Båtsmansgränd in downtown Västervik
• Admission: Free admission

The small 18th-century boatmen’s cottages give the market a character all its own. On the third Sunday of Advent, the alley is filled with crafts and the flavors of Christmas. A lovely destination for anyone who appreciates historic urban settings.

Our outing tip: Combine a visit to the market with a walk through Västervik’s historic neighborhood.

Learn more about Christmas in Båtsmansgränd

Kalmar and Öland

Christmas at Himmelsberga – Öland

• Date: November 21–22, 2026
• Hours: See the museum's current information
• Location: Öland Museum, Himmelsberga
• Admission: See the museum's current information

At Himmelsberga, the Christmas market takes place in a rustic setting among preserved farms and traditional Öland houses. It’s the perfect place to stroll around for a while and look for crafts and some tasty treats for Christmas.

Our excursion tip: Expect a longer trip from Smålandstorpet, and feel free to plan in more stops on Öland.

Learn more about Christmas at Himmelsberga

Christmas Market at Kalmar Castle – Kalmar

• Date: November 26–29, 2026
• Hours: Thursday 11:00 a.m.–8:00 p.m., Friday 11:00 a.m.–9:00 p.m., Saturday 10:00 a.m.–7:00 p.m., Sunday 10:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.
• Location: Kalmar Castle, Kungsgatan 1, Kalmar
• Admission: 100 SEK. Children under 12 are free when accompanied by a parent or guardian.

At Kalmar Castle, crafts and food take center stage in a historic setting. In the halls and in the courtyard, you can browse for Christmas gifts, handmade crafts, and treats for the Christmas table. Take a break at the castle’s café when your legs need a rest.

Our tip for a visit: During the Christmas fair, some rooms are off-limits and the permanent exhibition on the Governor’s Floor is closed.

Learn more about the Christmas Fair at Kalmar Castle

Christmas Market at Skälby Farm – Kalmar

• Date: December 6, 2026
• Hours: 11:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m., according to the Kalmar Municipality calendar
• Location: Skälby Farm, Kalmar
• Admission: Free admission

Skälby is a rural destination in the heart of Kalmar. The Christmas market features market stalls, a café, and family-friendly activities set in the old farm setting.

Our outing tip: Check the municipality’s calendar before your visit—different event organizers have listed different dates.

Learn more about the Christmas Market at Skälby Farm

Bonus Excursion: Sandhem in Västergötland

Christmas Market at Sägnernas Hus – Sandhem, Västergötland

• Dates: November 14–15 and 20–22, 2026
• Hours: Check with the organizer
• Location: Sägnernas Hus, Svenstorp Sörgården, Sandhem
• Admission: Check with the organizer

An extra outing just outside Småland for those who appreciate crafts and settings steeped in folklore and stories. Sägnernas Hus in Sandhem is featured in this year’s Christmas market calendars on two weekends in November.

Our outing tip: The dates are from the event guide julmarknad.nu. The organizer’s own Christmas market page still shows 2025, so be sure to confirm this year’s dates, opening hours, and price before you go.

Learn more about the Christmas Market at Sägnernas Hus · Dates in the event calendar

Plan your Christmas outing from Smålandstorpet

Feel free to choose a market that fits both the time you have available and how far you’re willing to travel. Dress warmly, leave time for a coffee break, and check the opening hours before you go. The larger markets can get crowded, so it’s a good idea to allow a little extra time for parking.

After the outing, peace and quiet await at Smålandstorpet—a lovely way to end a day filled with the scents and flavors of Christmas.

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