Lviv Christmas Markets 2024-2025

Lviv can surprise you with its super cozy Christmas markets, scattered throughout Downtown and beyond, and the rich assortment of local produce these fairs offer. Christmas villages bring tempting aromas of gingerbread and mulled wine to the city in early December and please the crowds until late January. You can spend hours roaming dozens of booths packed with Christmas decor, hand-made souvenirs, sheep wool accessories, woodwork, pieces of jewelry, and delicious treats from Galicia and all over Ukraine.

Main Christmas Markets

The prime holiday fair in Lviv is located along Svobody Avenue, where visitors can admire a stunning Christmas tree set up next to the Lviv National Opera. Another popular spot for Christmas festivities is Rynok Square, featuring dozens of wooden chalets surrounding the City Hall.

2022-2024 Edition

Unfortunately, the Christmas markets in Lviv are not currently operating due to the ongoing full-scale war in Ukraine. However, the city center still features a grand nativity scene at the entrance of the City Hall and a large Christmas tree, which help maintain a festive atmosphere during the holiday season. Despite the challenges, these displays provide a sense of hope and community spirit amid difficult times.

Christmas in Lviv

When you've already bagged some unique presents for your loved ones, you still have lots of seasonal things you can do in Lviv. Check out the festive program in local theatres, witness the Parade of star-bearers on January 8, and experience Christmas at Shevchenkivskyi Hai Park open-air museum, offering diverse live entertainment, including vertep theater, caroling, and workshops.