Marketmania

 

 

Farmers’ Market
Grab a warm coat and feel like a busy housewife from a classic Christmas tale while shopping for rural goods in the heart of Copenhagen. In the farmer’s stands on the cobblestone pavement of Halmtorvet, you will find every home-grown ingredient you may need to cook a rich Danish Christmas feast.
Halmtorv, Cph V; Sat 10:00; free adm

 

Prøvehallen Flea Market
Come and enjoy this off-the-beaten-path flea market near the city centre – you won’t have to worry about crowds this time! Find unusual objects, grandma’s porcelain or that unique piece of furniture you’ve been hunting for.
Porcelænstorvet 4, Valby, Cph V; Sat 10:00-15:00; free adm

 

Christiania Xmas Market
If you’re looking for a present of homemade quality, you should check out Christiana’s Christmas market. Grab a hot chocolate while you meander through the market’s thick, incensed air and peruse the homemade jewellery, the beautiful handmade ornaments and knitted sweaters on display. Or come to listen to live performances and taste organic food.  Whatever you desire, come and enjoy this uplifting Christmas festivity with its ‘hyggelig’ atmosphere.
The Grey Hall, Refshalevej 2, Christiania; starts Fri, ends Dec 20, open Mon-Fri 14:00-20:00, Sat- Sun 12:00-20:00

 

Organic Xmas Market
Organic Christmas decorations and the smell of organic waffles and delicacies. Come and make a decoration and participate in the quiz with great prizes! Here the adults can also help! Christmas Market held in collaboration with the Green Guide and Lions.
Farum Bytorv, Farum; Sat 10:30-14:30; Free Adm

 

Xmas Market at Frederiks Bastion
A cosy and rustic Christmas market in the old Krudthus where fun, Christmas gifts and goodies are in the centre.
Frederiks Bastion, Refshalevej 80, Cph K; 8-9 Dec; 10:00-17:00; Free Adm

 

Ballerup flea market
Peruse over 100 stalls and walk away with a treasure.
Loppenhallen,Tempovej 35, Ballerup; Sat & Sun 09:30-16:00; over-12s: 20kr, under: free adm; 5133 7763




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