Christmas Market in Haarlem
Hop on the sleigh to Haarlem. Your Christmas adventure starts in Haarlem, where the historic centre and old canals add an extra sprinkle of magic to the festivities. The traditional Christmas Market Haarlem brings a smile to the face of visitors of all ages. Indulge in festive sweets, pick up handmade trinkets, and enjoy Christmas carols sung by a choir in between.
- When: Friday, 12 to Sunday, 14 December 2025
- Free Entry
- Where: Grote Markt, Haarlem
- Public Transport: ±40 min. / ±20 km
- Website: www.visithaarlem.com/en/kerstmarkt
Nostalgic Christmas Market, Leiden
A charming scene will be set up on the beautiful Hooglandse Kerkgracht where lovely Christmas gifts can be purchased. Of course, the option to enjoy a delicious warm mulled wine or hot chocolate will not be missing.
- When:
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– – - Opening Hours: 12:00–17:00
- Free Entry
- Where: Hooglandse Kerkgracht, Leiden
- Public Transport: ±49 min. / ±50 km
- Website: www.visitleiden.nl
Funky Xmas Market

In December, the well-known Sunday Market gets decked out for the Funky Xmas Market. As usual, you can browse stalls for artisanal products, quirky home accessories, homemade sweets, savoury dishes, and unique gifts. Don't forget to take a breather and enjoy some live music and a cup of hot chocolate in between.
- When: December
- Where: Westergas, Polonceaukade 27
- Website: www.sundaymarket.nl
Royal Christmas Fair, The Hague

In December, you can soak up the atmosphere, smell, and ultimate Christmas spirit in the Dutch political capital. Come and listen to one of the many storytellers and children's choirs. The Lange Voorhout is filled with cosy stalls offering flammkuchen, wood carvings, and wintry pelts.
- Where: Lange Voorhout, Den Haag
- Website: www.royalchristmasfair.nl
Pure Markt

Whether you want to shop for Christmas dinner or simply fancy a leisurely stroll and some tasty treats, you'll find the freshest and purest products at the wintry edition of the Pure Markt in Amsterdam. There are multiple editions of the Winter Market in the atmospheric Park Frankendael.
- When: December
- Where: Park Frankendael
- Website: puremarkt.nl
Ice Rink in Scheveningen

Every winter, Scheveningen transforms into a magical winter paradise during the Cool Event. Right on the Kurhausplein, a covered ice rink of no less than 600 m² sparkles, with the iconic Kurhaus hotel in the background.
- Where: Kurhausplein, Scheveningen
- Website: www.cooleventscheveningen.nl
Light Festival Amsterdam

The canals and streets of Amsterdam are transformed into a magical museum of light each year.
- Beautiful winter event – The canals and streets of Amsterdam are transformed annually into a magical light museum.
- International light art – Admire the large light installations created by artists from various countries.
- All around the city centre – Light sculptures are spread throughout the heart of Amsterdam, perfect for a special evening walk.
- Unique boat route – Take a special festival boat tour and see all the highlights from the water.
- Where: Prins Hendrikkade
Amsterdam Winter Paradise

The Amsterdamse Winterparadijs immerses you in a cosy winter village full of Christmas lights, pine trees and festive winter decorations.
- Covered ice rink: A large ice rink with real winter charm forms the heart of the festival. Skates can be rented on site.
- Attractions and games: Spread across the grounds are fun attractions, winter themed games and great photo spots.
- Winter decorations: Thousands of lights and atmospheric decorations create a warm and festive ambiance.
- When: December
- Where: RAI, Europaplein 1




