The holiday time is coming, which means it’s time to think about gifts. Where to do it, if not at the special markets? We have prepared a compilation of the most interesting Christmas and New Year Markets in Kyiv, Lviv and Odessa for you .
Kyiv
Christmas Arsenal
If you want to feel the spirit of Christmas, you can just go on Christmas Arsenal . The organizers promise that you can buy gifts for friends from the best Ukrainian brands. Also you can visit interactive action “Mother hurries home”, creative and educational workshops, see performances of kids’ groups and Ukrainian stars and join the charity. In general, you will find a festive atmosphere, treats and gifts to suit all tastes.
When? December 14 – 18
Where? “Mystetskyi Arsenal” ( 12, Lavrska st.)
How much? Free entrance
Christmas Market on St. Sophia Square
The biggest market, that will be the hallmark of Kyiv this winter. The main Christmas tree of the country will be opened at 18.00 December 19. The territory of the market will be divided into three areas: gastronomy, souvenirs with handmade items, and children’s area with entertainment. Also, the residence of St. Nicholas will be located there. Moreover, there will be many workshops, where everyone can take part.
When? 16 December – 19 January
Where? St. Sophia Square
How much? Free entrance
New Year Bazzar
One of the biggest New Year Market. There will be introduced the best handmade products of artists and manufacturers in Ukraine. You will be able to buy clothes and accessories, toys, decoration, cosmetics and perfumes, sweets and handmade crafts. You will enjoy the positive emotions and festive atmosphere. So hurry up to please your friends and relatives with unique gifts.
When? December 17 – 18, December 24 – 25
Where? International Exhibition Center (1, Brovarsky Ave.)
How much? Free entrance
If you decide to visit the capital during these holidays, Dobovo has a lot of accommodation options for you.
Lviv
Lviv Christmas Market
The annual Christmas Market will be opened in Lviv soon. The products of Ukrainian manufactures will be sold there. Traditionally, this market is the epicenter of the mass festivities and fun. You can buy various sweets, holiday gifts, warm clothing, and handicrafts there. The event, that will bring together all the flavor of Lviv and give the holiday mood.
When? December 10 – January 22
Where? Market Square, Svobody Ave.
How much? Free entrance
There are too much tourists during Christmas holidays in Lviv, so it is hard to find accommodation, but you can follow the link and find something for you. Just hurry – there are less and less options with each passing hour!
Odesa
The exhibition-festival “Christmas Star”
“The Christmas Star” will be in December in Odessa. The Christmas market will be on the territory, where you can buy gifts for both children and adults, among them: New Year’s toys, costumes, original souvenirs, books, a variety of household goods and many other things. There will be presented house of Santa Claus, where each person can make a wish in exchange for a poem or a dance, of course. The exhibition will also have a children’s area, where kids can play and participate in workshops on holiday greasepaint. Moreover, all guests can visit a concert, there will be a lot of food courts and prize drawings.
When? December 10-11
Where? Concert and Exhibition Hall of the Odessa Marine Station (6, Prymorska st. )
How much? Free entrance
If you are afraid, that there will be nowhere to stay in Odessa during the holidays, just follow the link and keep calm.
What to do else in Kyiv, Lviv and Odessa, read in our article about the events of December.