Tallinn's new city government plans to organize the Christmas market next year. Currently, the organizer of the Christmas market bears all the costs. Organizers pay rent and offer a free cultural program.
The Christmas market may be extended next year. The city government wants the market to remain open after Christmas as well. Tourists are still present in the city. Both locals and foreign tourists could visit the market.
Nikita Groznov, the elder of Tallinn's city center, says that the market could be open until January 6th or 7th. He believes that December 28th is too early to close the Christmas market.
Next year, the city government may organize the Christmas market itself. Everything is still open. Organizers pay for the program, electricity, and waste disposal costs. Maive Nahksepp, who has organized the Christmas market for 17 years, says that it is difficult after Christmas.
Money is needed to build the Christmas market. The money comes from traders in the form of rent. Prices at the Christmas market are high for locals. Therefore, some people have a picnic with mulled wine bought from shopping malls or restaurants.
Some people have brought cabbage, potatoes, and vodka from home. The Christmas market is a fun place where people can enjoy Santa's house and free programs.