The Tromso Christmas market sets up on Stortorget, the main square by the harbour, from 20 November 2026 to 3 January 2027. That’s a longer run than last year, so the stalls stay open through New Year.
Tromsø sits about 350 km north of the Arctic Circle, so a December visit means short blue-hour days, snow on the ground and a good chance of northern lights. Below you’ll find the main market and the smaller ones around town, what to eat, how to get there, and where to leave your bags between tours.
Tromso Christmas Market 2026 at a Glance
| Market | 2026 dates | Location |
|---|---|---|
| Tromsø Christmas Market | 20 Nov 2026 – 3 Jan 2027 | Stortorget, city centre |
| Juleglede market | 6 Nov – 20 Dec | Jekta shopping centre |
| Christmas market in Skomakergata | 2 Nov – 22 Dec | Strandgata 34 (SevenDesign Atelier) |
| Christmas market at Skaperlaget ceramics workshop | 2 Nov – 22 Dec | Skaperlaget |
| Smak & Julehandel food and gift fair | 11 – 13 Dec | Breivikahallen |
The Market at Stortorget
Stortorget is the old market square between the harbour and the main shopping street, Storgata. In the Christmas season it fills with small wooden stalls selling knitwear, local crafts, Sami handicrafts and hot food and drinks. It’s a small market compared with those in Central Europe, so think of it as a place to warm up and pick up gifts between sightseeing and evening tours.
The city’s Christmas lights go up from mid-November, and the big Christmas tree is traditionally lit on the first Sunday of Advent, which falls on 29 November in 2026. For the latest details, see Visit Tromsø’s Christmas page.
Other Christmas Markets in Tromsø
- Juleglede at the Jekta shopping centre opens first, on 6 November, and runs to 20 December. It’s indoors, which helps when the weather turns.
- The Christmas market in Skomakergata, at Strandgata 34, and the one at the Skaperlaget ceramics workshop both run from 2 November to 22 December.
- Smak & Julehandel at Breivikahallen is a three-day food and gift fair from 11 to 13 December.
- Juovlamárkanat Romssas, the Sami Christmas market, is usually a weekend event in late November with duodji (traditional Sami handicraft), food and reindeer products. Its 2026 date hasn’t been announced yet.
Food at the Tromso Christmas Market
The stalls at the Tromso Christmas market lean towards warming northern food. Common finds include:
- Gløgg, hot spiced wine or juice with raisins and almonds
- Reindeer dishes, such as sausages or stew
- Waffles with brown cheese or jam
- Hot chocolate, which you’ll want after half an hour outside
Prices are in Norwegian kroner (NOK) and cards or phone payments are accepted almost everywhere. For a sit-down meal, many restaurants serve a julebord, the Norwegian Christmas buffet, through December.
Getting There and Polar Night Tips
Tromsø Airport is a short drive from the centre, and the airport bus takes you to the stops near Stortorget. Everything in the centre, including the market, the harbour and Storgata, is walkable. The Arctic Cathedral is across the bridge on the mainland side and hosts concerts through the season.
From late November to mid-January the sun doesn’t rise above the horizon in Tromsø. You still get a few hours of soft blue light around midday, which is the best time for photos. Pavements are icy, so shoes with good grip or slip-on spikes make a big difference, and temperatures often sit below freezing. If you’re booking a northern lights tour, plan the market for the afternoon and keep your evenings free.
Luggage Storage Near the Tromso Christmas Market
Tromsø trips often mean early arrivals, late checkouts and evening tours that end close to midnight. Radical Storage partners with local businesses in the centre, so you can find luggage storage near Stortorget and leave your suitcase while you shop, eat and wait for your tour pickup.
You book online in a minute. Every bag is protected up to €10,000, cancellation is free, and travellers rate the service 4.8/5. With 16.5K+ locations in 2.3K+ cities, you can use it in Oslo or Bergen on the way back too.
Tromso Christmas Market FAQ
The market at Stortorget runs from 20 November 2026 to 3 January 2027. Smaller markets open earlier, from 2 November.
The main market is on Stortorget, the central square by the harbour. Smaller markets run at the Jekta shopping centre and in Skomakergata at Strandgata 34.
Often, yes. December nights are long and dark in Tromsø, and clear skies give you a good chance. Guided tours drive out of the city to find clear weather.
The sun stays below the horizon from late November to mid-January, but you get a few hours of blue twilight around midday.
Radical Storage has partner locations in central Tromsø near Stortorget. Book online, drop your bags and collect them after the market or your tour. Each bag is protected up to €10,000 and cancellation is free.