2nd ADVENT events Dec. 5-7 

Advent Evening Song in St. Catharinæ Church

The church’s pastors take turns leading the readings and prayers, while the church organist leads the hymns and often invites other, frequently local, musicians to help make the evening song a festive occasion. Many residents of Ribe already have the Advent evening song as a cherished tradition—and with good reason.
Admission is free, and the service lasts about 35 minutes.

Time: Wednesday, December 3 at 5:00 PM

Location: St. Catharinæ Church

Christmas Market

Experience the authentic Christmas market at Torvet, featuring charming wooden cabins selling a variety of festive goods. Take home beautiful Christmas decorations and ornaments, indulge in delicious treats at the Glühwein bar, and satisfy your cravings at the different food stalls. Some of the cozy cabins are open daily, offering glühwein, æbleskiver (Danish pancake puffs), roasted almonds, klejner (traditional Danish fried pastries). The remaining cabins are open on weekends.

Time:
Friday, December 5, 12:00 PM – 5:30 PM
Saturday, December 6, 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Sunday, December 7, 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Location: The square

Night Watchman’s Tour

Take a walk with the night watchman through the old streets of Ribe and listen to his stories and songs about Ribe and the past.

Time:
Friday, December 5, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Saturday, December 6, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM

Location: Weis Stue

FREE

Journeymen at the Square

The journeymen will host activities for children.

Time: Saturday, December 6, 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM

FREE

Santa’s Drawing Studio

Join our drawing contest – and you might even meet Santa himself!

Time:
Saturday, December 6, 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Sunday, December 7, 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Location: Kjældgaard’s Café, Torvet 3

Roll Beeswax Candles at
The Museum Ribes Vikinger

Make your own candle with the museum Viking and hear one or two Viking stories. Limited number of spots available.
Tickets can be purchased at the museum.

Time: Saturday, December 6, 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM

Location: The Museum Ribes Vikinger

Price: DKK 40.00 — for museum visitors only
Children under 10 must be accompanied by an adult.

Barrel Organ Player

Barrel organ music at the square.

Time: Saturday, December 6, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM

FREE

Christmas Train Futte

Take a free ride around the city with the little train Futte.

Time:
Saturday, December 6, 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Sunday, December 7, 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM

Start/stop: The square

FREE

Christmas at the Old Town Hall

Visit the historic building and experience a bustling Christmas market filled with exciting crafts and hobbies that engage all your senses. Enjoy the scents, tastes, and sights of beautiful handmade items. Sample delicious treats and watch traditional crafts and handiwork come to life in this wonderful setting. Don’t miss out on this magical Christmas experience — there’s something for both children and adults!

Time:
Saturday, December 6, 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Sunday, December 7, 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Location: The Old Town Hall, Von Støckens Plads

FREE ENTRY

Horse-Drawn Carriage Rides

Experience the cozy Christmas atmosphere in Ribe from a horse-drawn carriage. Admire the beautiful Christmas lights that give Ribe’s streets an extraordinary holiday charm.

Time:
Saturday, December 6, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Sunday, December 7, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM

Location: The square

FREE

Christmas Music in the City

The Christmas spirit spreads through Ribe’s pedestrian street with music by Kragh Møller Band or Nissebandet.

Time:
Saturday, December 6, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Sunday, December 7, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM

FREE