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Christmas at Liseberg 2026: dates, Christmas market, julbord and hotels
Millions of lights, around 80 Christmas stalls and a Swedish julbord with views over the park. Here are the dates for Christmas at Liseberg 2026, the new light show and the hotels where you stay in the middle of it all.
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When darkness falls early in Gothenburg, Liseberg lights up. The whole park turns into a winter wonderland with millions of Christmas lights, stalls full of gifts and the smell of glögg and roasted almonds.
In short: Christmas at Liseberg 2026
Christmas at Liseberg 2026 is open from 14 November to 30 December, but not every day: Friday to Sunday in November, Wednesday to Sunday in December until 13 December, and then every day from 16 to 23 and 26 to 30 December. The park is closed on 24 and 25 December. The Christmas market has around 80 stalls, and new this year is a light show with northern lights and starlight projected on the buildings in the harbour area.
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Our first choice: Liseberg Grand Curiosa Hotel, Liseberg's own hotel by the south entrance. See rooms at Liseberg Grand Curiosa
Read our full guide to Liseberg 2026 for tickets, rides and height limits.
What is Christmas at Liseberg?
Christmas at Liseberg is the park's festive season. In 2026 it opens on Saturday 14 November and runs to 30 December. Liseberg becomes one of Scandinavia's biggest Christmas markets, with around 80 stalls selling crafts, decorations, sweets and Christmas food. Several rides stay open, including the Balder and Valkyria roller coasters.
The opening days in 2026
Christmas at Liseberg 2026 is open on these days: 14 to 15, 20 to 22 and 27 to 29 November, 2 to 6 and 9 to 13 December, and every day from 16 to 23 and 26 to 30 December. The park is closed on 24 and 25 December. Weekdays are usually quieter than weekends. Arrive before dark and stay until the lights come on.
Julbord at Liseberg
Swedes have their own Christmas buffet, the julbord, with herring, ham, meatballs, Jansson's temptation and rice pudding. Several restaurants at Liseberg serve julbord in the run-up to Christmas, and the most popular dates book up early.
Tips before you go
Buy tickets online: it is cheaper than at the gate and saves queuing at weekends.
Dress warmly: December in Gothenburg can be cold and windy, and you spend most of the time outdoors.
Book your hotel early: the hotels by the park fill up fast in December.
Where to stay for Christmas at Liseberg
Staying within walking distance means you can go back to the hotel when you need a break and return when the lights are at their best.
Liseberg Grand Curiosa
Liseberg's own hotel is by the south entrance, a few steps from the Christmas market.
Liseberg Grand Curiosa Hotel: Christmas by the park
Liseberg's own hotel opened in 2023 by the south entrance, with around 450 rooms, two restaurants and a bar. The family rooms have bunk beds, and you walk straight from the hotel into the Christmas market. The Oceana water park next door burned down during construction in 2024 and is due to open around the turn of 2026/27.
Book your stay: See rooms at Liseberg Grand Curiosa
Gothia Towers
The three hotel towers stand right opposite Liseberg, with views over the Christmas lights.
Gothia Towers: views over the lights
Gothia Towers stands right opposite Liseberg at Korsvägen. With three towers and around 1,200 rooms it is one of the largest hotels in the Nordics, with a spa and sky bar at Upper House and the tram right outside.
Book your stay: See rooms at Gothia Towers
Hotel Heden
Hotel Heden is a few minutes' walk from Liseberg and Avenyn.
Hotel Heden: a cheaper option nearby
Hotel Heden sits by Heden park, a few minutes' walk from both Liseberg and Avenyn. It is a simpler hotel with breakfast and a gym, and a more affordable choice in the busy Christmas season.
Book your stay: See rooms at Hotel Heden
See more options in our guide to hotels near Liseberg.
Frequently asked questions about Christmas at Liseberg
When does Christmas at Liseberg open in 2026?
Christmas at Liseberg 2026 opens on Saturday 14 November and runs to 30 December. The park is not open every day and is closed on 24 and 25 December. Check the calendar at liseberg.com for opening hours on the day you plan to visit.
Are the rides open at Christmas?
Yes, several rides stay open in the Christmas season, including the Balder and Valkyria roller coasters. Helix does not run in winter.
Can you have julbord at Liseberg?
Yes, several restaurants at Liseberg serve julbord in the run-up to Christmas. Book a table well in advance.
Which hotels are closest to Liseberg?
Liseberg Grand Curiosa Hotel is by the south entrance, and Gothia Towers stands right opposite the park. Hotel Heden is a short walk away.
Enjoy your holiday
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