What will this year’s Advent markets be like in Turku? Program and important information in one place 

Turku is definitely not the first city that comes to mind when you think of Finland.

The city in the southwest of the country is still very underestimated by tourists.

Discover it during visiting the Christmas markets in Turk.

You will be surprised what it can offer you.

Turku Advent Markets

Finland’s oldest city begins the Christmas season with a traditional proclamation of Christmas peace. The message that sounds from the balcony of the local Brinkkala Castle calls for harmony and kindness, and the people of Turku really take its spirit to heart.

A giant spruce will light up near the cathedral and the city’s official Christmas street, Yliopistonkatu, will light up with thousands of lights. The main Christmas markets in Turku take place in the center of the city, especially in Vanha Suurtori square.

Christmas markets at Vanha Suurtori

When and where will everything take place?

Programme of the Advent Fair in Turku

The biggest Christmas markets in Turku can be found during the four Advent weekends at the central square of Vanha Suurtori. You can look forward to quality handicrafts, Christmas delicacies and various musical and theatrical performances. And of course, Santa Claus and his helpers will not be missing either, Santa’s workshop will be located on the corner of the old town hall. The following video will show you the atmosphere of the Christmas market.

Turku Christmas Market | Day Trip to Turku

You can find the next Christmas market in Turku on December 8, 2023 from 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. at the Logomo Center, which is located in a former locomotive workshop near the station and the city center. It is a stylish fair focused mainly on Finnish products, which will be offered here by more than 70 brands from all over Finland. The event will also include a music program, refreshments and entertainment for children.

Interesting places in Turk

Finland’s oldest city is located on the Aura River in the southwestern part of the country. It was founded as early as the 13th century and in ancient times was the political capital of Finland and the main cultural center of the country. It is still full of charm, art and culture, and is home to many museums, which is why it is sometimes called the “Finnish Paris”.

Turk Cathedral

The Gothic Cathedral of Turun Tuomiokirkko was consecrated in 1300 and is the most important Evangelical Lutheran church in the country. After several devastating fires, it was rebuilt several times, with the bell tower suffering the greatest losses. The current form comes from the reconstruction after the big fire in year 1827.

Inside you can admire the majestic painting of the Transfiguration of Christ painted in 1836 by Fredrik Westin, as well as the magnificent ceiling decorated in a romantic style by Robert Wilhelm Ekman.

Turku Castle

Turun linna castle was built in the second half of the 13th century. During its history, it underwent numerous reconstructions to adapt to the needs of the Swedish monarchs when they also controlled Finnish territory, and the reconstruction of parts that were bombed during the Second World War. Over the centuries it has been a military fortress, a royal residence, a prison, an administrative center, and even a warehouse.