Christmas market in Tallinn 2026
Town Hall Square in Tallinn: official dates and hours for 2026, what children can do, and how to get there and park.
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At a glance
| When | 20 November 2026 to 6 January 2027, daily 10:00–20:00 |
|---|---|
| Where | Town Hall Square (Raekoja plats), Old Town |
| Admission | See the official website |
| From Utrecht | ± 2,144 km by road |
Dates and opening hours 2026
| Dates | 20 November 2026 to 6 January 2027. Opening ceremony on 20 November at 18:00 |
|---|---|
| Opening hours | Daily 10:00–20:00. Hot drinks until 22:00 (until 23:00 on Friday and Saturday) |
| Santa’s house | From 29 November, 12:00–18:00 |
Source (checked on 31 October 2026): official organiser or city site, see sources. Always check the official website before you travel; dates and hours can change.
With children
The organiser lists Santa’s house (from 29 November, 12:00–18:00) and carousels. Hot glögg is sold with and without alcohol.
Drinks are served in reusable tableware with a €2 deposit.
Getting there and parking
By car from Utrecht
From Utrecht it is about 2,144 km. With children we count on three driving days (at most about 750 km per day; our estimate). The route runs through several countries that each have their own road charges; check the official road authority of every country you pass.
For vignettes and tolls in Poland and other countries on our list, see the vignette and toll guide.
Parking
According to Visit Tallinn (page dated 13 October 2026) the Old Town is mostly car-free and driving there is not recommended. Parking restrictions in the Old Town and Downtown zones apply 24/7. In all zones the first 15 minutes are free if you mark the start time visibly.
You pay at parking machines (cash) or with the PARGI.EE and EuroPark apps. Parking houses and lots are signposted in the city.
Sources: Visit Tallinn: parking (checked on 31 October 2026).
Practical tips
- Everything is within the Old Town, which is best explored on foot.
- The market opens on 20 November at 18:00; the daily hours start on the next day.
- Dress warmly and in layers; see our winter guide and packing list.
Map
Town Hall Square (Raekoja plats), Tallinn on OpenStreetMap
Hotels, tours and tickets
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More tours and tickets
A change from the market stalls? A guided walk, a ticket for a sight or a city card is easy to sort out in advance. Optional: these are partner links; if you book through a link we may receive a small commission at no extra cost to you. Current times and conditions are shown on the provider’s page.
Sources
All sources checked on 31 October 2026.
More
- All Christmas markets in Eastern Europe
- Travelling to Estonia
- Vignette and toll guide for Eastern Europe
- Winter in Eastern Europe
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