Christmas markets in Romania

Baia Mare Christmas Market 2026

Piața Libertății (Old Town) and Parcul Mara

In Baia Mare, the Christmas market is part of "Iarna Băimăreană". In 2026 it is held in Piața Libertății, in the Old Town, and for the first time in Parcul Mara, with the two areas linked by a little train and a trail of lights.

27 November 2026 – 10 January 2027
Baia Mare, Maramureș County
331 km from Sibiu, about 5 hours

Confirmed by the organiser On 12 October 2026, the Local Council approved holding "Iarna Băimăreană" over this period. The fees and the auction for exhibitors were debated on 28 October; the result of the vote could not be found.

What to expect

  • A two-storey Venetian carousel, a Ferris wheel, an ice rink and Santa's illuminated sleigh suspended above the square (2026)
  • A community tree made of LED screens, "decorated" with photos sent in by Baia Mare residents (2026)
  • Tunnels of lights on strada Podul Viilor and strada Turnului (2026)
  • Opening and switching-on of the lights on 27 November, St Nicholas on 5 December, carols at weekends in December, a New Year's Eve concert and fireworks (2026)
  • The "Candy Christmas" theme and an ornamental tree in Piața Libertății (2025)

Opening hours and entry

Not published in the sources consulted.

Not specified in the sources.

Organiser

Baia Mare City Hall, with the Ambient Urban Public Service. Website: www.baiamare.ro

From Baia Mare to Sibiu

Baia Mare Sibiu Christmas Market. Tap a pin to navigate.

Combine your visit with Sibiu

From Maramureș, the road to Sibiu goes through Cluj-Napoca. The market in the Grand Square (Piața Mare) is open from 13 November to 3 January.

Public information compiled by the Sibiu Christmas Market team from official sources and the press, checked on 31 October 2026. Organisers may change dates and opening hours, so check their website before you travel. Are you an organiser and spotted a mistake? Write to us at [email protected].

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