Illustrative photo Breda Castle Christmas 2026 in Breda, Netherlands – Winter Fair at Kasteelplein
Breda Castle Christmas 2026 takes place as a winter fair on Kasteelplein right next to the historic Breda Castle. With a Ferris wheel, Christmas tree, mulled wine and festive lighting it offers an atmospheric and intimate winter experience. Free admission; exact dates TBA.
Illustrative photo Municipal Cave Christmas Market Valkenburg 2026 – Underground Market, Program & Guide
Experience Europe's largest underground Christmas market from 13 Nov to 30 Dec 2026 inside the Municipal Cave of Valkenburg. Discover illuminated marl corridors, unique gifts, and a magical subterranean festive atmosphere.
Illustrative photo Velvet Cave Christmas Market 2026 in Valkenburg, Netherlands – Dates, Tickets & Guide
The Velvet Cave Christmas Market 2026 takes place from 13 November to 30 December in the Fluweelengrot beneath Valkenburg’s castle ruins. Visitors enjoy festive stalls, centuries-old wall paintings and a unique underground Christmas atmosphere in the historic marlstone passages. Advance online tickets recommended.
Illustrative photo Christmas Town Valkenburg 2026/2027 in Valkenburg, Netherlands – Dates, Caves & Parade
Christmas Town Valkenburg 2026/2027 transforms the entire town of Valkenburg into a Christmas wonderland from 13 November 2026 to 3 January 2027. Highlights include Europe’s largest underground Christmas markets in the marl caves and the weekly Landal Christmas Parade. Access to the town is free; caves and special attractions require tickets.
Illustrative photo Country & Christmas Fair 2026 in Arcen, Netherlands – Dates, Highlights & Visitor Guide
The Country & Christmas Fair 2026 takes place from 25 to 29 November at Kasteeltuinen Arcen. This exclusive event with high-quality stalls, mulled wine and festive lighting continues the tradition of the earlier editions at Kasteel de Haar. Buy tickets online in advance.
Illustrative photo Magical Maastricht 2026 – Vrijthof Christmas Market, Program & Guide
Experience Magical Maastricht from 27 Nov to 27 Dec 2026. Enjoy a festive Christmas market at Vrijthof square featuring a giant Ferris wheel, ice skating, and cozy winter vibes.
Illustrative photo Amsterdam Christmas Market & Ice*Village 2026 – Program, Ice Skating & Guide
From 3 to 27 December 2026, Ice*Village Amsterdam at Museumplein combines a modern Christmas market, delicious food stands, and a scenic open-air ice rink right in front of the Rijksmuseum.
Illustrative photo Royal Christmas Fair The Hague 2026 – Dates, Program & Visitor Guide
From 3 Dec to 23 Dec 2026, the Royal Christmas Fair transforms The Hague's stately Lange Voorhout boulevard with thousands of lights, festive chalets, and a uniquely elegant winter atmosphere.
Illustrative photo Dordrecht Christmas Market 2026 (Netherlands) – Decembermarkt Dates & Guide
The Dordrecht Christmas Market 2026 (Decembermarkt) takes place from 11 to 13 December around Grote Kerk, Grotekerksbuurt and Groenmarkt. Wooden chalets with gifts, food trucks and atmospheric lighting create a festive winter mood in the historic city centre. Admission is free.
Illustrative photo Haarlem Christmas Market 2026 in Haarlem, Netherlands – Dates, Highlights & Visitor Guide
The Haarlem Christmas Market 2026 takes place from 11 to 13 December in the historic city centre of Haarlem. With around 350 stalls on the Grote Markt and in the surrounding streets, it is one of the most popular traditional Christmas markets in the Netherlands. Admission is free.
Illustrative photo WinterWelVaart Groningen 2026 – Historic Ships, Lights & Winter Magic
WinterWelVaart Groningen 2026 takes place from 11 to 13 December in the historic A-kwartier. Around 20 illuminated historic ships, live performances, art and a cosy winter atmosphere make this free event one of the city’s most atmospheric winter highlights.