Illustration of a Christmas market stall with ornaments, wooden toys and a smiling vendor (Jul på Strömbäcks)
Christmas Markets

Jul på Strömbäcks

Visitors can explore indoor and outdoor market stalls offering local goods and enjoy warm welcome glögg. Dining options include food sales outdoors as well as traditional Christmas porridge and fika in the restaurant. Activities throughout the grounds feature pony rides, a craft workshop, visits with Santa, and an Advent church service.

Sun, Nov 29, 2026

Plan Your Visit

Hours

Julmarknad: 11:00–15:00; julgröt and julfika in the restaurant: 11:00–15:00; Advent service time coming soon.

Food & Drink

Welcome glögg is offered, with outdoor food for sale and Christmas porridge and fika available in the restaurant from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Parking

Parking attendants will be present and a parking fee is charged. The page encourages carpooling to reduce traffic through the village and pressure on the parking areas. Parking is on the left after the described approach routes.

Location

Strömbäcks folkhögskola · Strömbäck 360, 905 82 Umeå, Umeå Get Directions

Local Insight & Ratings

Family Friendly

🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 (5/5)

Best For

Families with young children

Vibe

Festive and welcoming

Energy Level

Moderate

Photo Friendly

Moderate

Weather Sensitivity

Moderate

Tips & Advice

  • Carpool if possible, as the organisers encourage it to reduce traffic through the village and pressure on parking.
  • Take Länstrafiken route 126 between Umeå, Norrmjöle, and Hörnefors if travelling by bus.
  • Follow the directions from your approach route; parking is on the left after the final turn toward the school.
  • Bring the family to try the pony rides and craft workshop, or visit Santa during the market.
  • Send an inquiry through the exhibitor form if you want to have a stall at the market.

Links & Contact

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Frequently Asked Questions

What can visitors find at the Christmas market?

Indoor and outdoor stalls offer a Christmas market, alongside a craft workshop, pony rides, and a chance to meet Santa.

What food and drink are available?

Welcome glögg is offered, food is sold outdoors, and the restaurant serves Christmas porridge and fika.

Is there an Advent service?

Yes. An Advent service is part of the day, but its time has not been announced.

How can I get there by public transport?

Länstrafiken bus route 126 runs between Umeå, Norrmjöle, and Hörnefors.

Can I take part as a market exhibitor?

Yes. Send an exhibitor inquiry using the form on the event page.

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