Illustration of a small snowy Christmas market stall with a figure holding a cocoa mug, a snowman and a decorated tree (Gamleby Jul - Christmas Cheer in the Village)
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Gamleby Jul - Christmas Cheer in the Village

Visitors can browse indoor and outdoor Christmas market stalls featuring local exhibitors across Gamleby Köpcentrum and Månssons torg. Entertainment includes dancing around the Christmas tree led by Hallingebergs Dansgille, pony riding, face painting, crafts, and a visit from Santa followed by a Santa parade. Over at Gamla torget, four-legged companions can join in dedicated dog activities hosted by Tassa & Trava.

Sat, Dec 5, 2026 All ages

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Plan Your Visit

Hours

11:00–14:00; Santa parade at 14:00.

Pets

Dogs are welcome. Gamla torget becomes a meeting place for four-legged friends, with dog activities by Tassa & Trava.

Location

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Local Insight & Ratings

Family Friendly

🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 (5/5)

Best For

Families with children and dog owners

Vibe

Festive and community-minded

Energy Level

Moderate

Photo Friendly

Moderate

Weather Sensitivity

Moderate

Tips & Advice

  • Wear comfortable shoes if you plan to join the tree dancing at Månssons torg, led by Hallingebergs Dansgille.
  • Bring your dog to Gamla torget for Tassa & Trava’s activities, though the detailed program is still to come.
  • Choose layers for browsing because the Christmas market has both indoor and outdoor stalls there.
  • Allow time to move between Gamleby Köpcentrum and Gamla torget, where the event mentions bingo between the locations.
  • If you want to see the Santa parade, make room in your schedule for its 14:00 start.

Special Events & Promotions

  • New this year: the dancing around the Christmas tree moves to Månssons torg, led by Hallingebergs Dansgille.
  • Tassa & Trava take over Gamla torget with dog activities, and their program is still to come.
  • A Santa parade heads toward the square to close the day.

Links & Contact

Run by Gamleby Företagarförening via Västervik Framåt

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is there for kids?

Kids can get their faces painted, ride ponies, do Christmas crafts, meet the mascots and see Santa. Santa leads a parade toward the square to finish the day.

Can I bring my dog?

Yes. Tassa & Trava are turning Gamla torget into a meeting place for four-legged friends, with dog activities. Their full program hasn't been announced yet.

Where is the dancing this year?

The dancing has moved to Månssons torg this year. There will be music and dancing around the Christmas tree, led by Hallingebergs Dansgille.

Is the Christmas market indoors or outdoors?

Both. Exhibitors have stalls inside and outside at Gamleby Köpcentrum and Månssons torg.

Are there games to join in?

Yes. There are competitions, plus bingo between the shopping centre and Gamla torget.

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