Christmas in Copenhagen | Top things to do

Not only Christmas creates cozy vibes in Copenhagen. Check our guide to the winter season.

8 reasons why Christmas in Copenhagen is extra magical

Christmas in Copenhagen is all about the lights, the gløgg, æbleskiver, hygge, frosty walks about town and having a real cozy time. Here are 8 handpicked tips for you.

Get in the spirit at Copenhagen’s Christmas markets

Copenhagen is a genuine Christmas city, where it is impossible not to get in the spirit for the Christmas holiday season. The best place to soak up the atmosphere is at one of Copenhagen’s many Christmas markets.

New Year's in Copenhagen

New Year's in Copenhagen equals fireworks, jumping off of chairs, champagne and quality time spent with loved ones. We've put together all you need to know to celebrate the beginning of a new year in Copenhagen.

Ice skating in Copenhagen

Another fun activity in the December winter wonderland in Copenhagen is ice skating. Here's a few of our favourite places where you can show what you've got.

The ice rink at Frederiksberg Runddel

Every winter, Frederiksberg Runddel, by the entrance to Frederiksberg Garden, is transformed into a wonderful ice rink which allows you to have fun on the ice throughout the winter season. Admission to the ice rink at Frederiksberg Runddel in Copenhagen is free, and everyone is welcome...

The ice rink in Tivoli

Tivoli’s ice skating rink in front of the Nimb Hotel is quite the centerpiece of Winter in Tivoli. Tivoli serves as the perfect backdrop for some fun on the ice. Ice skating is free of charge once admission to Tivoli has been paid. You can bring your own skates or hire on site.

Broens Ice Rink

The harbour-front Broen's Ice Rink welcomes the whole family to their 600 m2 ice rink located in the heart of the city. At the end of the Inner Harbour Bridge, you will find Copenhagen's new ice rink. Broens Ice Rink is the latest addition of places where Copenhageners and visitors ali...

Get a taste of the Copenhagen Christmas spirit

Here's a glimpse of what Christmas in Copenhagen is like.

A couple more Copenhagen Christmas tips before you go

Get our editorial staff's 5 personal favourites to Copenhagen in December, or go shower yourself in glistening Christmas lights.

5 favourite spots to cuddle up in a cosy café for Christmas

Christmas is here. And though the streets are filled with joy and twinkling lights, we simply can't deny the fact that it's getting cold outside. The ...

Gløgg: A sweet and spicy seasonal love affair

By Rasmus Poulsgaard Local expert on cocktails, spirits and Copenhagen’s bar scene. One of our local contributors covering Copenhagen's culture, ...

See the ceiling of Christmas lights in Kronprinsengade.

As per tradition, one of Copenhagen's best streets for shopping (Christmas presents included), turn on a mesmerizing ceiling of Christmas lights float...

Editor's choice: Copenhagen in December

By Annika Løbnitz Skjoldborg, Digital Marketing Assistant and part of the editorial staff who each month share their personal tips to Copenhagen.

Guide to Christmas and New Year's in Copenhagen