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Christmas in Fredericia 2025

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Look forward to experiencing the Christmas magic from November 21st to December 23rd in the fortress town of Fredericia.
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See the Christmas Program

The program is filled with cozy Christmas activities for the whole family.

Photo: Michael Lunde

Christmas in the Old Fortress Town

Christmas in Fredericia 2025 will be something truly special. We’ve turned up the Christmas spirit in the fortress town this year, and you can look forward to some festive days inspired by good old Christmas traditions.

There will be Christmas huts at Town Hall Square and Axeltorv, free horse-drawn carriage rides, fire shows, guided Christmas walks, Christmas concerts, street music, elf entertainment, and tours with the popular night watchman through the town’s historic streets.

You can also meet Santa Claus himself, his elves, and his sweet reindeer.

We look forward to welcoming you.

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Meet Reindeer in Fredericia

Photo: Michael Lunde

Christmas Tree Lighting in Fredericia

Join us on November 21st when Santa Claus and his elf friends sail into the Old Harbour at 4:30 p.m., spreading Christmas cheer throughout the town. Together, we’ll walk in a festive parade toward Town Hall Square, where Santa will light the large Christmas tree and the town’s beautiful Christmas lights at 5:30 p.m.

Look forward to an afternoon filled with coziness, Christmas activities, and magical moments for both children and adults.

8 Special Christmas Experiences

What should you do with the kids this Christmas? Bring the whole family for a Christmas trip to Fredericia and experience Christmas in the Old Fortress Town. This year's Christmas program is filled with Christmas experiences and fun activities. 

Here, we've gathered eight cozy (and free) family activities that you should try while visiting the fortress town.

The fortress town of Fredericia is certainly worth a visit this Christmas. In the large Christmas program, you'll find plenty of activities and Christmas experiences for the whole family.

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Photo: Michael Lunde

Christmas Shopping in Fredericia

Treat yourself or someone special this Christmas and go Christmas shopping in one of the many exciting shops in Fredericia. The shops are full of great deals. At the Town Hall Square, you’ll also find the cozy Christmas cabins, selling everything from Christmas treats to wonderful gift ideas.

There will also be fun Christmas activities around the city’s streets if you need a little break from shopping. See them all here

We look forward to some cozy Christmas days in Fredericia.

Julemarked Fredericia

Once again this year, you can visit the Christmas market in Fredericia. Here is a list of the different Christmas markets in Fredericia 2025:

November 15–16: Christmas Market in Madsby Activity Park

November 22–23: Christmas Market in Madsby Activity Park

November 30: Christmas Market at Hannerup Church

November 30: Christmas Market at Depotgården

December 6–7: Christmas Market at Fuglsangcentret

Find more information about the various Christmas markets and Christmas events in Fredericia in our calendar here.

Christmas Holiday in Fredericia

Want to make the Christmas holiday of 2025 extraordinary? Fredericia is the city that surprises with its beautiful nature, unique history, wide range of hotels, numerous events, and ideal location in the heart of Denmark, making it the perfect place for a Christmas getaway.

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Worth experiencing in Fredericia

Find an overview of Fredericia's popular attractions.

Photo: Michael Lunde

Christmas Party in Fredericia - Including Cultural Experiences

Celebrate Christmas with friends, family or coworkers in Fredericia and enjoy top-class food and cultural experiences. Before settling in at one of the many cozy restaurants in Fredericia, you should try some of the city's many offerings. For example, take a Christmas trip to the theater, try Bridgewalking over the Little Belt, experience the impressive ramparts, or speed away on the gokart track.

Afterwards, the city's restaurants, cafés, or bars are ready to welcome you with a delicious Christmas menu or something tasty to drink.