The 50 Best Christmas Markets In The World

The Christmas countdown is officially on, and this year, the world’s most beloved Christmas markets are back with a bang after three years of stripped-down, socially distanced festivities. From Europe to the rest of the world, main squares, shopping malls, and sports fields are transforming into winter wonderlands filled with twinkling lights, alpine-inspired stalls, and towering Christmas trees. The aroma of cinnamon and mulled wine lingers in the air, creating a magical atmosphere that gets everyone into the Christmas spirit.

To help you navigate the best Christmas markets in the world in 2022, we’ve rounded up 50 of the top picks:

50. Cullinan Christmas Night Market – Pretoria, South Africa
Dates: December 16 – 18, 2022
Experience a winter wonderland in Cullinan with twinkling lights, festive stalls, and live carol singing.

49. Tokyo Christmas Market – Tokyo, Japan
Dates: December 9 – 25, 2022
Enjoy the Christmas market in Hibiya Park with light projections and a 14-metre tall Christmas Pyramid.

48. ICE Amsterdam – Amsterdam, The Netherlands
Dates: December 14 – 26, 2022
Visit Amsterdam’s Museumplein transformed into a charming Christmas village with an ice rink, market stalls, and festive food.

47. Christmasland – New Taipei City, Taiwan
Dates: December 11, 2022 – January 02, 2023
Experience a white Christmas in Taipei with light projection shows, artificial snowfall, and a traditional merry-go-round.

46. Innsbruck Christmas Market – Innsbruck, Austria
Dates: November 15 – December 23, 2022
Enjoy a romantic setting for Christmas markets in front of the Golden Roof in Innsbruck with stalls selling ornaments, handicrafts, and traditional dishes.

45. Christmas Village – Baltimore, USA
Dates: November 19 – December 24, 2022
Experience a traditional Christkindle Market in Baltimore with wooden chalet-style booths selling European food, sweets, drinks, and holiday gifts.

And the list goes on with more amazing Christmas markets around the world. Each market offers a unique experience with festive decorations, delicious food, and seasonal treats. Whether you’re looking for traditional European charm or modern winter wonderlands, these markets have something for everyone to enjoy the holiday season.