Jarmark Bożonarodzeniowy w Gdańsku (Gdańsk Christmas Market) is one of Poland’s most magical holiday fairs, filling the city’s historic Old Town with festive charm from late November through December. Visitors can stroll past dozens of wooden chalets offering handcrafted gifts, seasonal treats, and Polish specialties like pierogi and mulled wine. Highlights include the whimsical Angel’s Mill, a giant advent calendar, and a lively program of choirs and performances that bring warmth to the Baltic winter. With its mix of tradition, seaside atmosphere, and fairy-tale décor, the Gdańsk Christmas Market has become a beloved highlight of Poland’s festive season.

Jarmark Bożonarodzeniowy w Krakowie (Kraków Christmas Market) is one of Poland’s most atmospheric holiday fairs, held each year from late November through December on the city’s stunning Rynek Główny (Main Square), one of the largest medieval squares in Europe. Wooden stalls overflow with handcrafted gifts, ornaments, and regional delicacies like oscypek cheese, pierogi, and mulled wine, while folk groups provide live music and dance performances. A highlight is the city’s unique szopki nativity scene tradition, recognized by UNESCO, which fills the market with colorful, intricate cribs. Blending Polish folklore, festive flavors, and architectural grandeur, the Kraków Christmas Market is a must-see in Central Europe’s winter season.