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Lucia Celebration
Dec13Gothenburg’s Lucia with Lucia parade from World of Volvo
Beautiful choral singing, sparkling lights, and a magical atmosphere on Avenyn and Götaplatsen in Gothenburg.
Christmas market in the amusement park
Dec11Christmas at Liseberg Park
On November 15, the gates to Christmas at Liseberg Park will open. An enchanting and snow-proof winter that will last longer than ever before, all the way until December 30. This year, Christmas at Liseberg Park also celebrates its 25th anniversary.
A world of illusions
Dec11Challenge your mind at Paradox Museum Gothenburg
Step into Paradox Museum Gothenburg – where nothing makes sense yet everything feels real.
Atmospheric, traditional Lucia celebration
Dec11Lucia Welcome – Lucia Concerts in Gothenburg Cathedral
Gothenburg Cathedral presents five Lucia concerts, with tickets released on October 24 at 16:00.
Light art experience
Dec11Reflections in Kungsparken
When darkness falls, Kungsparken goes wild! It’s not just the trams that light up the evening – the park itself comes alive with artworks that make it shimmer and shine.
Local good-food market
Dec13Farmers Christmas Market at Grönsakstorget
Farmers Market invites you to a cosy Christmas market at Grönsakstorget, featuring a wide selection of local food producers. Come and soak up the festive atmosphere, pick up Christmas gifts and enjoy live choir singing.
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