Illustrative photo Beth Hart 2026 – Second Concert in Amsterdam
Beth Hart plays a separate added show at AFAS Live in Amsterdam on 4 December 2026 at 20:00. This seated blues, rock and soul concert is not interchangeable with the 1 December date. Tickets start at €78.54.
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 Queensrÿche 2026 – Progressive Metal Live in Tilburg
Queensrÿche play the Main hall of 013 Poppodium in Tilburg, Veemarktstraat 44, on Monday 7 December 2026, with Ambush in support. Doors 19:00, show 20:00, end 23:00. Official tickets are EUR 44.80 including service fees via 013.nl.
Illustrative photo thrown + Counterparts 2026 – Metalcore Show in Tilburg
thrown and Counterparts play the Main hall at 013 Poppodium in Tilburg on Tuesday 8 December 2026, listed by the venue as the only show in the Netherlands. No Cure and Heavensgate support. Doors 18:00, start 19:00, end 22:45; tickets are €38.30 including the service fee.
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 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 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 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 Green Lung 2026 in Tilburg – High on Fire & Gnome at 013
Green Lung plays 013 Poppodium in Tilburg on Sunday 13 December 2026, the only Netherlands date of the Dance to the Grave tour, with High on Fire and Gnome. Doors at 18:00, show at 19:00, official tickets €37.30 including the service fee.