We dedicate an atmospheric, joyful, and enlightening evening to St. Nicholas – the legendary origin of Santa Claus!
Set in a truly unique historical setting, you can wander through the courtyard market featuring local crafts and produce, try traditional holiday crafts like candle dipping and making straw dolls, join a festive guided tour of the remarkably well-preserved medieval stronghold, and of course meet St. Nicholas himself in a short miracle play and giving out small gifts to children. Perhaps the traditional Yule goat might make an appearance too…
In our atmospheric 1640 roast house (stekarehus), we serve warm glögg and gingerbread, and hot dogs and coffee will also be available for purchase.
PROGRAM:
16:00–20:00: Dip candles, craft straw dolls, and write your holiday wish list with a quill pen and ink.
16:30: Mystery play.
17:00: Meet St. Nicholas.
17:15: Evening tour on the history of Christmas.
18:00: Mystery play.
18:30: Meet St. Nicholas.
18:45: Evening tour on the history of Christmas.
19:30: Meet St. Nicholas.
AT THE MARKET:
Magiska maskor – Knitted and crocheted creations.
Sothbay Crafting – Leather goods, textiles, and Christmas decorations.
Hemdala Gårdsbutik – Sheepskins, jams, cordials, honey, sausages, and more.
Davidstorps Kryddgård – Local specialties including Scanian pesto and chili sauce!
Särdeles Österlen – Locally crafted ceramics from Hammenhög.
ulrikestorkmadsen – Winter-themed art on paper cones and Christmas cards.
Caroline Gröhn – Needle-felted items, bead embroidery, silver and bronze jewelry, and ceramics.
Kristina Kruuka – Textile crafts, knitting, crochet, and upcycled porcelain candleholders.
Hammenhögs IF – Grilled sausages and Swedish fika!
Note: Market vendors are subject to change.
Admission: Adults 120 SEK. Free admission for ages 0–17.
