The program and the dates of Poznan Christmas Market 2024 have been announced at last. Christmas Market in Poznan in 2024, also called Poznan Bethlehem, will begin on the 16th of November and will take place in two locations: Plac Wolnosci (Freedom Square) and Poznan International Fair area. While at Plac Wolnosci the market will begin on the 16th of November and last until the 6th of January, it’ll start on the 16th of November and last until the 31nd of December at Poznan International Fair area.
What may you expect to see at Poznan Christmas Market 2024
There will be no Christmas Parade this year, but except for that, the Market will not be different to previous years. You may expect plenty of cultural events for adults and children, charity events, local and international food, mulled wine, and of course – Christmas Trees, lights and decorations.
Booking.comIce Festival during Poznan Christmas Market
One of the most notable events accompanying the Christmas Fair in Poznan in 2024 will be the 17th edition of the International Ice Sculpture Festival, which will take place in Stary Rynek – on 6-8th of December. Top Ice Sculptors will compete three times: in Small Sculpture, Speed Ice Carving and the Main Competition, and their efforts may be observed for free. On the 8th of December, a workshop on Ice Carving will take place for children.
Silent Disco
This is a recurring event that will take place on Thursdays at the Plac Wolnosci. This is a unique type of event where participants are equipped with wireless headphones. Each headphone may listen to three channels where three DJs play different music. This allows participants to choose the music they want to dance to. Headphones may be borrowed for free from 5 pm to 9 pm, but the number of headphones is limited, so don’t be late.
The full program of the Christmas Market in Poznan in 2024
Below you’ll find the full program of the Christmas Market in Poznan for both locations in Poznan.
Christmas Market at Plac Wolnosci
This is the main part of the Poznan Christmas Market. Here you’ll find most food stalls, carousels and souvenirs.
| Date | Time | Event |
|---|---|---|
| 16.11 | Saturday | 18:00 | .Opening of Poznan Bethlehem | .
| 20.11 | Wednesday | 16:30-19:00 | .Family Wednesday | .
| 16:30 | Family meeting at the Centre for Family Initiatives | .|
| 17:00-19:00 | .Elf workshop – Christmas workshop for children at the Inn | .|
| 17:00 | Christmas play entitled. “Bomb Queen” | .|
| 18:00 | Christmas Wheel of Fortune – competitions with prizes | .|
| 21.11 | Thursday | 17:00-21:00 | .Student Thursday Christmas silent disco | .
| 22.11 | Friday | 19:00 | Winter fire show: performance entitled “Master of time” | .
| 27.11 | Wednesday | 16:30-19:00 | .Family Wednesday | .17:00 | Christmas play entitled. “Before the first star shines” | .
| 18:00 | Christmas Wheel of Fortune – competitions with prizes | .|
| 28.11 | Thursday | 17:00-21:00 | .Student Thursday Christmas silent disco | .
| 29.11 | Friday | 19:00 | Winter fire show entitled. “Magical star” | .
| 1.12 | Sunday | .13:00 | Motorists | .
| 3.12 | Tuesday | 16:00-20:00 | .“We are together” – celebrating with foster families |
| 4.12 | Wednesday | 16:30-19:00 | .Family Wednesday | .
| 16:30 | Family meeting at the Centre for Family Initiatives | .|
| 17:00-19:00 | .Elf workshop – Christmas workshop for children at the Inn | .|
| 17:00 | Christmas play entitled. “Snow White” | .|
| 18:00 | Christmas Wheel of Fortune – competitions with prizes | .|
| 12.12 | Thursday | 17:00-21:00 | .Student Thursday Christmas silent disco | .
| 13.12 | Friday | 19:00 | Winter fire show: performance entitled “A winter’s tale” | .
| 14.12 | Saturday | 12:00-18:00 | .Christmas GUINNESS RECORDS DAY | .
| 15.12 | Sunday | 12:00-17:00 | .Christmas fair with Greater Manchester families | .
| 18.12 | Wednesday | 16:30-19:00 | .Family Wednesday | .
| 16:30 | Family meeting at the Centre for Family Initiatives | .|
| 17:00-19:00 | .Elf workshop – Christmas workshop for children at the Inn | .|
| 17:00 | Christmas play entitled. “The Wizard of Christmas” | .|
| 18:00 | Christmas Wheel of Fortune – competitions with prizes | .|
| 19.12 | Thursday | 17:00-21:00 | .Student Thursday Christmas silent disco | .
| 20.12 | Friday | 18:30-21:00 | .
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| 21.12 | Saturday | 12:00-20:00 | .Together towards Hope: concerts, animations, charity collection | .
| 22.12 | Sunday | .14:00 | Stellar picks up letters | .
| 25.12 | Wednesday | .15:00 | Christmas play entitled. “Mysteries of Christmas toys” | .
| 27.12 | Friday | 18:30 | .106th anniversary of the outbreak of the Wielkopolska Uprising Gospel Joy and Kasia Wilk concert Avited by the Self-government of the Wielkopolska Region | .
The program of the Christmas Fair at the Poznan International Fair area
Christmas Market at the Poznan International Fair area will start on the 16th of November and last until the end of December. On the 17th of November, there will be a concert by Mezo – a popular Polish raper, and on 30th of November Liber – another Polish raper. Below you will find the details of this part of the Christmas Market.
Main attractions at the Christmas Fair at the Poznan International Fair area
- The Christmas ice rink – is an opportunity for winter recreation for the whole family! The atmospheric lighting, atmospheric background music and beautiful décor will put you in a festive mood! On-site, right next to the ice rink, there is an ice skate rental and changing room.
- The Mill Wheel – see the beautiful panorama of Poznan straight from the Mill Wheel at the Poznan International Fair! This year an even bigger, 50-metre wheel will be waiting for you, from which you will see even more! The Mill Wheel is a great attraction for young and old adventure lovers. It will be a unique opportunity to see the Christmas Market at the Fair in all its glory from above!
- The Venetian Carousel – a ride on the carousel guarantees unforgettable fun and wonderful memories – thanks to the beautiful moving figures, music and play of lights, which together create a magical festive atmosphere!
- Chain Carousel – a new attraction on the map of the Fair! The high-speed chain merry-go-round offers an unforgettable experience for older children. Colourful saddles, Christmas lights and fairytale characters will accompany children on fantastic rides full of excitement and smiles!
- Autodrome – feel the atmosphere of an amusement park and jump into special cars to race with the whole family on a special platform. The cars are designed to safely collide with other play participants. The autodrome attracts children, teenagers and adults alike and is the perfect way to get crazy together!
- Shooting range – test your eye in the shooting range and take aim at… mascots! There are no losers in this game, and the most accurate shooter can look forward to unique prizes in the form of plush toys.
- Pontoon slides – pontoon slides are a guarantee of fun and unforgettable excitement during each slide on large inflatable pontoons! It will be a great warm-up before your first descents on the snowy winter mountains!
- Santa’s house – meet Father Christmas in his house, tell him about your Christmas dreams, and take a souvenir photo at the end! Such a meeting is an unforgettable experience for every child.
- Santa Claus’ sleigh flight simulator – feel like Father Christmas speeding with his reindeer to distribute presents to all good children! The panoramic image in the sleigh and the movable seats make participants feel as if they are really floating above the winter wonderland.
- The Talking Moose Marcin – meet the unique mascot of the Poznań Christmas Market! Straight from the top of the fair’s Inn, Moose Marcin will speak in the Poznań dialect to all guests!
- Mirror Cube – Mirror Cube is a mirrored space with an infinity effect, where a multimedia interplay of lights, music and a unique installation of mirrors transports us to a world of infinity. This is a chance to visit two multimedia spaces: “Walk Among the Stars” and “Lightstorm”.
- Great Elf Factory – a trip to the Great Elf Factory is when both children and adults are transported to another world! Inflatables, logic puzzles, letter writing, games, artistic performances and a workshop await the children on site. See what the Elf Guide has prepared for you!
- Artistic repertoire on the fairground stage – among the attractions on the Christmas stage will be concerts, artistic shows, animations, theatre performances or visits from characters from your favourite fairy tales!
- Lighting illuminations and Christmas photo spots – a photo in a giant bauble or a gift? At the Christmas Fair at the Fair it’s possible! Find all our unique Christmas decorations on the Fairgrounds and make your stay here even more magical!
Gastronomic offer
A rich gastronomic and commercial offer awaits visitors to the Fair. The focus is on locality, regional products and the artistic riches of our region. Visitors to the Fair will be able to enjoy hot drinks in an atmospheric atmosphere and have a pleasant time in a festive space. It will be a lively place. More than 70 stalls offering local and regional delicacies and crafts are planned. This is where you will feel the magical atmosphere of the upcoming Christmas!
Poznan Wheel
This year, an even bigger 50-metre wheel will be waiting for you at the Poznan International Fair, from which you will see even more! The tightly sealed gondolas guarantee a ride in a pleasant and warm atmosphere. The Mill Wheel is a great attraction for young and old adventure lovers. It will be a unique opportunity to see the Christmas Market at the Fair in all its glory from above!
The Great Elf Factory
The Great Elf Factory on the grounds of the Poznań International Fair will be launched on 13 November 2023 and will be open until the end of the Fair, i.e. 22 December! A trip to the Great Elf Factory is a time when both children and adults are transported to another world!
Attractions are tailored to children aged 3 to 10. Inflatables, logic puzzles, letter writing and movement games await them on site – there is no opportunity to explore the Factory on their own, children walk around the points with an Elf Guide.
At the very beginning of the visit, the children are led into a separate area, where a short performance takes place and the Guide Elf introduces the storyline – in the case of Poznan, this is the Christmas Melody. Then, in smaller groups (about 15 people each), the children, together with Elf Guides, begin a passage during which various activities await. Tasks are carried out in teams or individually by each child (e.g. letter writing). At the end, the children meet Santa Claus to immortalise the visit, but above all – to inform him that they have found the Christmas Melody notes scattered in the Factory.
There is also an option to purchase a workshop where children create their own souvenirs from the Factory. Individual guests can purchase workshops on site.
Carers can accompany the children or spend time in the prepared Elf Café.
In addition, an ‘open zone’ will be available in Poznań, where it will also be possible to sit down with a coffee in a festive atmosphere or take part in workshops and view some of the Factory’s attractions.
An alternative to playing in the Great Elf Factory is to take part in a Christmas workshop with an Elf – an hour-long visit during which children will prepare three Christmas decorations with an Elf.
All available dates and tickets can be found at: poznan.wielkafabrykaelfow.pl/pl/kup-bilet
The Great Elf Factory in Poznań will be located in Pavilion No. 2 on the grounds of the Poznań International Fair. The entrance to the Factory is from Głogowska Street – gate No. 9, opposite the Western Railway Station.
Poznan International Fair opening hours:
Tuesday-Thursday: 11:00-21:00
Friday-Saturday 11:00-22:00
Sunday 11:00-21:00
Closed on Mondays!
Other Christmas Markets in Poland
Many cities in Poland organize their Christmas Markets. Check also our articles on Christmas Fairs in Gdansk, Wroclaw, Lodz and Krakow.
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Hi there,
I am a writer for TravelMag.com and we are currently writing an article on the 20 most charming small Christmas markets in Europe.
Please could you confirm how many stalls are at the Poznan Christmas Market, and also what dates the market is open from and until?
We would also love if you could send us a few high res images of the market for us to pick from. Would this be possible? If so, please could you also send full photo credits we should use?
Many thanks in advance,
Paul Joseph
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