With the official opening of the three Christmas markets, transforming each location into a fairytale land, a true explosion of light, color and joy. From spectacular attractions to live concerts with beloved artists, the magic of winter can now be felt in every corner of the markets, and we captured these moments filled with emotion and energy.

Live concerts and surprises for all ages between December 4,7

This week, the Christmas markets signed by UNTOLD Universe become the ideal destination for evenings filled with magic. Alongside the already popular attractions, the highlight of the week is the celebration of St. Nicholas. On December 5, between 18:00 and 20:00, Santa’s House opens its doors for the little ones, who will receive gifts and meet the long-awaited Santa Claus. And because the UNTOLD spirit means magic, some of the most beloved artists of the moment will take the stage at the markets. Here is this week’s concert schedule:

West Side Christmas Market
4 December – Damian & Brothers
5 December – Viorica Pintilie
6 December – Smiley
7 December – Loredana

Planeta Crăciun
4 December – Emeric Imre
5 December – Fuego
6 December – Puppet theatre and artistic performance with stilt-walking fairytale characters “The Snow Queen”
6 December – Bibi

The attractions you will find in the Christmas markets signed by UNTOLD Universe

At West Side Christmas Market, in Parcul Drumul Taberei (28 November – 27 December), visitors can enjoy a 750 sqm ice rink, a fairytale carousel, a 33-meter panoramic wheel, an illuminated bridge perfect for photos, Santa’s expanded house with interactive workshops, VR experiences for children, instagrammable zones and over 60 cottages with traditional dishes, seasonal desserts, mulled wine and artisanal gifts, complemented by 8 food trucks offering diverse flavors.

At Planeta Crăciun, the holiday market in Piața Unirii (21 November – 1 January), attractions include a panoramic wheel with a unique light show in Romania, a carousel, a VR sleigh that takes children on the reindeers’ path to Lapland, photo corners, Santa’s House and 75 cottages with traditional and international dishes, seasonal sweets and handcrafted gifts. The main stage will host over 80 artistic moments, featuring artists such as Puya, Bosquito, Guess Who, Jurjak, Vlăduța Lupău, Fuego and Bibi, offering a diverse line-up for all visitors.

At the Winter Fair on the Horia Demian Sports Hall Plateau (28 November – 15 February), the public is welcomed by a natural ice rink, a fairytale-inspired carousel and a gastronomic area rich in local products from pies and kürtőskalács, to gingerbread, baklava and mulled wine all in an atmosphere lit by thousands of lights and fairytale-like decor.

Opening hours of the markets:
Christmas Market (Piața Unirii): Monday -Sunday: 10:00 – 22:00
Winter Fair (Horia Demian Sports Hall Plateau): Monday – Friday: 10:00 – 22:00
West Side Christmas Market (Parcul Drumul Taberei): Monday – Friday: 15:00 – 22:00; Saturday – Sunday: 11:00 – 22:00