Photo Credit: Martina Lanotte
COPENHAGEN
DECEMBER 2023
What: Nordic Adventure Film Festival
Where: Copenhagen
When: 30th November – 3rd December
If you love being in the outdoors; climbing, surfing, skiing, snowboarding, hangliding, jumping out of planes – anything that involves the thrill of being outdoors, the wind in your hair, and with a dash of adventure thrown in for good measure, then you need to check this out while you’re in Copenhagen. This film festival features films made by adventure enthusiasts and will be informative and exciting from start to finish.
What: Christmas at Tivoli
Where: Tivoli Gardens
When: 17 November to 31 December
It’s our favourite time of year and if you’re in Copenhagen from mid November onwards, then spending a day at Tivoli will not be a wasted day. Christmas lights, stalls selling Gløgg (the Danish version of mulled wine), æbleskiver (similar to donuts) and ‘stocking fillers’ you might like to take home for your families. Definitely worth a visit to help you get into the Christmas spirit.
What: Santa Lucia Kayak Parade
Where: Copenhagen’s Canals – starting from
When: 13 December
If you are in Copenhagen on the 13 December, this is a local event not to be missed. Locals and (experienced) tourists alike, don their Christmas outfits, decorate their kayak with fairy lights and then kayak through the canals of Copenhagen. Christmas songs will be sung and mulled wine / gløgg will be drunk. Wrap up warm and bring your festive spirit, for this is a super way to spend a few hours!
What: Ice Skating
Where: Various locations in Copenhagen
When: Throughout December
It’s the stuff Christmas films are made of. You and your loved one, wrapped up super warm, donning the skates and zooming around an outdoor ice rink all in the name of Christmas. It’s such a Christmassy thing to do. There are several rinks located around the city, click the link above to see the map and find the once closest to you!
What: Christmas Markets
Where: Various locations in Copenhagen
When: Throughout December
Christmas markets in Copenhagen are EVERYWHERE. Wandering this city’s magical streets in December is something everybody should do at least once in their lifetime. No country does Christmas quite like Denmark and Copenhagen’s Christmas markets are a huge part of the charm here.
JANUARY 2024
What: Tivoli Gardens Closes
Where: Tivoli Gardens, Copenhagen
When: 1st January 2024
On the 1st January 2024, Tivoli Gardens will close its doors for the winter season. They spend this time preparing the park for reopening for the very busy spring and summer seasons.
What: Copenhagen Fashion Week
Where: Copenhagen
When: 29th January – 2nd February 2024
Visitors from all over the world will visit Copenhagen in this yearly festival dedicated to all things fashion! There is a real buzz in the air but do remember that hotels and restaurants will likely be busier than usual during this week, so do book ahead if you can.
