Warsaw Christmas Market 2024-2025

Warsaw Christmas Market promises a cozy, festive experience filled with seasonal treats and traditional Polish crafts. Located in Warsaw's historic Old Town, this market will offer a variety of artisan goods, Christmas decorations, and a taste of local flavors like pierogi, and mulled wine. The Old Town market is known for its charming wooden stalls, cheerful lights, and nostalgic winter atmosphere.

The Warsaw Christmas Market offers a welcoming atmosphere and a great way to experience Polish holiday traditions, making it a must-visit during the Christmas season in Warsaw. The Christmas Fair invites guests of all ages to enjoy this season together.

Warsaw Christmas Market Highlights

The Christmas Market consists of about 60 wooden chalets, offering candy, gingerbread cookies, and authentic Christmas presents, like hand-painted glass baubles, hand-knit sweaters, carved wood, and embroidered tablecloths. Not to mention plenty of food and hot drinks to keep everyone warm. Traditional food, mulled wine, and hot chocolate would make anyone forget about wintery chill!

The main highlight of the market is the giant Christmas tree placed in the center of Castle Square. At night it features one of the best holiday light shows in Europe. Visitors can enjoy Christmas decorations, taking a stroll to nearby Old Market Square (Rynek Starego Miasta). The Old Town’s ice rink is another popular winter attraction in addition to folk music and kids' activities.

You can enjoy a nearby rink around the Mermaid Monument in the old Town, adding to the seasonal fun. As for timing, the market tends to reach its peak in mid-December, making it an ideal winter stop for travelers looking to soak up Warsaw’s unique holiday spirit.

Warsaw Christmas Market Location and Hours

Warsaw Christmas Market takes place on Castle Square, and operates from late November through early January, from 12 am to 9.30 pm.