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Sofia Christmas Markets 2026

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When are the Sofia Christmas markets in 2026?

Sofia has 9 Christmas markets in our directory. All are free to enter.

Sofia hosts several Christmas markets in its parks and squares through December, with mulled wine, banitsa and handmade crafts.

9Christmas markets
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All Christmas markets in Sofia

Dates for these markets were not published last season — check each official website for the latest.

Christmas market at Slaveykov Square

  • Dates to be announced 2025–26 season
  • Slaveykov Square 11, Old City Center, 1000 Sofia, Bulgaria

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Christmas market at the Roman Wall

  • Dates to be announced 2025–26 season
  • g.k. Lozenets, ul. "Nerazdelni" 16, 1164 Sofia, Bulgaria

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Christmas market at the Women's Market

  • Dates to be announced 2025–26 season
  • Sofia Center, bul."Stefan Stambolov", 1202 Sofia, Bulgaria

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Christmas Market at Vazrazhdane Park

  • Dates to be announced 2025–26 season
  • Zona B-5, 1303 Sofia, Bulgaria

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Christmas mood at St. Alexander Nevsky Cathedral

  • Dates to be announced 2025–26 season
  • Alexander Nevsky Square, Sofia Center, ul. "Oborishte" 4, 1000 Sofia, Bulgaria

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Deutscher Weihnachtsmarkt - The German Christmas Market in Sofia

  • Dates to be announced 2025–26 season
  • Sofia Center, ul. "Dyakon Ignatiy" 5, 1000 Sofia, Bulgaria

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Movie Christmas Market at NuBoyana Film Studios

  • Dates to be announced 2025–26 season
  • Vitosha National Film Center, ul. "Kumata" 84, 1616 Sofia, Bulgaria

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Saborna Christmas Bazaar

  • Dates to be announced 2025–26 season
  • Old City Center, ul. "Saborna", 1000 Sofia, Bulgaria

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Frequently asked questions

How many Christmas markets are there in Sofia?

We list 9 Christmas markets in Sofia, including Christmas market at Slaveykov Square, Christmas market at the Roman Wall, Christmas market at the Women's Market and Christmas Market at Vazrazhdane Park. Some are small one-day or weekend events, so check the dates on each card.

Are the Christmas markets in Sofia free?

Yes, entry to the markets we list is free — you only pay for food, drinks and gifts. Many stalls serve mulled wine in a mug with a small deposit that you get back when you return it.

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