Frequently Asked Questions
1) Where and when will the market take place this year?
Helsinki Christmas Market is held at Helsinki Senate Square from 27 November to 22 December 2026: Mon–Thu and Sun 11:00–19:00, and Fri–Sat 11:00–20:00. Regular opening hours apply on Independence Day (6 December).
2) How many people visit the market each year?
Helsinki Christmas Market attracts hundreds of thousands of visitors each year. In 2024 and 2025, visitor numbers hit a record high of over 600,000.
3) Are strollers, wheelchairs, and dogs allowed at the market?
Yes, the event is accessible with strollers and wheelchairs.
Pets are welcome at Helsinki Christmas Market, but we recommend visiting during less crowded hours, such as weekday daytime.
4) Is Helsinki Christmas Market accessible?
We place particular emphasis on accessibility and continuously develop market services to make them as accessible as possible. All entrance routes are accessible, and accessible toilets are available on-site.
A drop-off point for accessible transport is located on Hallituskatu, in front of Helsinki Cathedral. Accessible parking is available in city center parking spaces with a valid disabled parking permit.
5) How many vendors are participating this year? Where can I find a specific vendor?
A total of 116 vendors and food/drink operators are taking part in Helsinki Christmas Market. Vendor locations and a site map can be found on the Helsinki Christmas Market website as well as at Senate Square.
6) Is there an indoor restaurant at the market?
The food court features dining shelters equipped with heaters, but there is no indoor restaurant on the market grounds.
7) Is there a carousel this year? What about Santa Claus?
Tivoli Sariola’s carousel delights the youngest family members this year as well. The carousel is free of charge and open during the market’s opening hours. Santa Claus’s visiting hours and the rest of the event program can be found on the Helsinki Christmas Market website.
8) I lost something at the market. Where can I ask about lost property?
Lost and found items can be enquired about from the security stewards on-site or by emailing tuomaanmarkkinat@eventshelsinki.fi.