Last updated: December 01, 2024
Discover the festive December season in Amersfoort with our complete event guide. We have gathered all winter activities for you, making it easy to navigate through the extensive range of festivities in our historic city center.
Around the Our Lady's Tower and on the atmospheric Hof square, you'll find cozy Christmas markets with traditional stalls and winter delicacies. The medieval streets of the city center are beautifully illuminated, and from the Koppelpoort to the Mondriaan House, you can enjoy various winter activities. The surrounding districts like Vathorst and Hoogland also contribute to the festive atmosphere with their own winter events.
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A trail of light from 1000 candles in the historic city center.
The Kerstlichtjestocht is a unique Christmas story that is depicted in Amersfoort's historic city center with a trail of light from 1000 candles. Choirs sing, children dance, and the fanfare plays while you encounter shepherds and angels.
Where: Amersfoort | More Info: Christmas Lights Route
Live performances by well-known artists
On December 24, 2024, enjoy a spectacular celebration at Wapen van Hengelo with live performances by Danny Froger, Jesse Prins, Peter Beense, and Mike Peterson. With the musical setting by DJ Jan Smit, it promises to be an unforgettable day.
Where: Amersfoort | More Info: Christmas Dinner at Wapen van Hengelo
Unique due to the combination of classical church music and modern interpretations.
The Christmas concert in the Sint-Joriskerk in Amersfoort is organized by the Christelijk Gemengd Koor Cantate Deo. The concert will be led by conductor Mark Brandwijk and will feature soprano Joalien van den Houten, organist Rik Melissant, and string quintet Ds. Kees van Velzen.
Where: Amersfoort | More Info: Christmas Concert
Special occasion choir and festive lottery
The Toon Hermans House in Amersfoort hosts a cozy Christmas party on Friday, December 13th from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM. Enjoy delicious snacks and drinks while listening to the enchanting sounds of pianist Ineke Opstal and the beautiful voice of opera singer Hannie Slingerland. Together with a special occasion choir, the most beautiful Christmas carols will be sung, and you can also participate in the festive lottery with beautiful prizes.
Where: Amersfoort | More Info: Christmas Drinks
Live Cooking Christmas dinner with delicious dishes prepared by chefs.
Enjoy an extensive Christmas buffet with various dishes, including luxury bread, meat, and smoked salmon, and experience a warm Christmas atmosphere in the heart of Amersfoort.
Where: Amersfoort | More Info: Christmas Eve
Diving in open, unheated water at multiple locations in the Netherlands.
The Unox New Year's Dive is a traditional event where thousands of people dive into the cold North Sea water on January 1st to start the new year fresh and full of energy.
Where: Scheveningen | More Info: New Year's Dive
Includes parking, cloakroom, toilet use, champagne, and snacks.
The Oud & Nieuw Feest is a cozy evening out for age-mates, featuring music, snacks, and champagne. The party starts at 20:00 and ends at 02:00.
Where: Amersfoort | More Info: Old and New Year Party
Unique feature: Extreme horror experiences in various Haunted Houses and Scare Zones.
Halloween Fright Nights at Walibi Holland offers an intense horror experience with terrifying Haunted Houses, extreme Experiences, and ominous Scare Zones.
Where: Biddinghuizen | More Info: Spooky Days and Fright Nights