Gävle's brilliant Christmas symbol
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From the first Sunday of Advent, the thirteen-meter-tall Gävle Goat lights up Rådhusesplanaden in Gävle – a beloved landmark and symbol of our Christmas tradition. With its central location, the goat becomes a natural gathering spot along the bustling holiday walkways, inviting people to explore Söder's cozy shopping district. Be sure to visit Agnes Cultural House as well, welcoming Gävle locals and visitors with inspiration and culture from December 6.
Can’t be there in person? No worries. We’ll be streaming of the Gävle Goat live starting November 28.
The Gävle Goat’s history goes back to 1966, when the idea of a giant straw goat was born to draw people to Söder during the holiday season. The first goat was raised on December 1, 1966, and since then, the tradition has grown into a festive event, attracting tens of thousands of Gävle residents and visitors every year.
Follow the Gävle Goat live, thank you for this year!
The Gävle Goat thanks everyone who followed him live this year! On the first weekday after New Year’s, he is taken down for the season, but he’s already looking forward to returning just in time for the first Sunday of Advent. Christmas begins in Gävle! 🎄✨
Follow the Gävle Goat live
The Gävle Goat targeted in an attack
Tthe Gävle Goat once again met its fate as it was targeted in an attack. We find it deeply unfortunate for the residents of Gävle, visitors, and fans worldwide who can no longer experience the Gävle Goat in person at Rådhusesplanaden in Gävle.
The countdown has started
The Inauguration of the Gävle Goat
The inauguration of the Gävle Goat is approaching – the official start of Christmas! Come to Gävle and immerse yourself in the holiday spirit. Stroll along the festive streets, shop for unique gifts in our charming stores, and experience the inauguration of the Gävle Goat.
Book an overnight stay and experience everything Gävle has to offer. From the Gävle Goat to Christmas markets and enchanting decorations – here you’ll find the magic of Christmas. Christmas begins in Gävle!
The Inauguration of the Gävle Goat
Here's what's happening:
1.The Gävle Goat inauguration 2.Meet Santa Claus and Mrs. Claus 3.Christmas market on Östra Drottninggatan 4.The Gingerbread House at the County Museum 5.Christmas fun at Rådhustorget 6.Cozy Christmas at Gävle Theatre 7.Pony racing on Esplanaden
News from the Gävle Goat
Watch this year's inauguration.
On stage, the nationally renowned artist Lisa Nilsson will sing in the Christmas, Sodium dance crew will showcase world-class dance, and our local parasport association KF Heros will inaugurate the Gävle Goat. All under the direction of Magnus Carlsson, a Gävle personality with love for festive shows & sing-alongs.
Check out this year's celebration!
Watch this year's inauguration.
On stage, the nationally renowned artist Lisa Nilsson will sing in the Christmas, Sodium dance crew will showcase world-class dance, and our local parasport association KF Heros will inaugurate the Gävle Goat. All under the direction of Magnus Carlsson, a Gävle personality with love for festive shows & sing-alongs.
Opening 2023
On the first Advent at 4:00 PM, this year's Gävle Goat will be inaugurated in Gävle City. A warm welcome to the most festive and magical event of the year as the Gävle Goat is traditionally inaugurated on the first Sunday of Advent at Stortorget in Gävle, clearly indicating that Christmas begins in Gävle!
Here it happens
Restricted areas:
Here's how traffic will be redirected during The Gävle Goat's inauguration on December 1, 12:00 PM – 6:00 PM:
- Rådhusesplanaden between Nygatan and Norra Strandgatan will be closed to all traffic in both directions.
- Southbound car and bus traffic will be redirected via Brunnsgatan and Muréngatan.
- Temporary bus stops will be placed on Nygatan, which will remain open exclusively for bus traffic.
For details on temporary bus stops, visit X-trafik's website: Traffic Information - X-trafik
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