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 Lumineuze Nachten Kasteel de Haar 2026: Winter Light Festival at the Netherlands Largest Castle
From December 4, 2026 to January 3, 2027, Lumineuze Nachten transforms the park of Kasteel de Haar in Haarzuilens into a glowing winter setting filled with video mapping, light installations and a symphonic soundtrack.
Illustrative photo Gouda bij Kaarslicht 2026: Candlelit Festival in the Old Town
Gouda bij Kaarslicht takes place on December 11, 2026, in the historic old town of Gouda. Thousands of candles light up the Markt as the great Christmas tree is switched on around 19:00, and admission is completely free.
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.
Illustrative photo Eindhoven Metal Meeting 2026: Extreme Metal Festival at Effenaar
Eindhoven Metal Meeting 2026 takes place on December 11 and 12 at Effenaar in Eindhoven. This annual indoor festival is dedicated entirely to extreme metal, bringing together more than 30 bands across two stages.
Illustrative photo Amsterdam Winter Paradise 2026: Winter Festival at RAI Amsterdam
The Amsterdam Winter Paradise takes place from December 12, 2026 to January 2, 2027 at RAI Amsterdam. The Netherlands' biggest winter festival features ice rinks, a light paradise, a Ferris wheel and an evening stage program.
Illustrative photo Dickens Festival Deventer 2026 – Dates, Program & Visitor Guide
On 12-13 December 2026, Deventer's historic Bergkwartier brings the 19th century to life. Featuring over 950 Dickens characters, choir music, and thousands of lights for a magical holiday experience.
Illustrative photo International Chamber Music Festival Utrecht 2026 – Chamber Music between Christmas and New Year
The International Chamber Music Festival Utrecht 2026 runs from 27 to 30 December in Utrecht. Led by Janine Jansen, it offers four days of chamber music with international top musicians – evening concerts at TivoliVredenburg and further events across the city. Tickets from about €14 (under 30) or from about €38 for evening concerts.
Illustrative photo New Year's Eve in Rotterdam, Netherlands 2026/2027: Fireworks, Parties & Events
New Year's Eve 2026/2027 in Rotterdam centres on the National Fireworks at the Erasmus Bridge, club nights and winter lights in the city centre. The quay countdown is usually free; dinners, clubs and Spido’s 31 December 2026 cruise are ticketed. Confirm the fireworks closer to the date on hetnationalevuurwerk.nl.