Last updated: December 01, 2024
Welcome to your complete holiday guide for Amstelveen! This handy collection of winter events and activities helps you plan your December visit to our cozy city.
The vibrant Stadshart (City Heart) forms the centerpiece of the festivities, with an atmospheric Christmas market and winter terrace. From here, you can easily walk to the Oude Dorp (Old Village), where local shopkeepers have decorated their windows festively. The nearby Amsterdamse Bos (Amsterdam Forest) offers winter walking routes, and with Amsterdam just 20 minutes away, you have access to even more festive activities in the region.
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Unique light artworks along Amsterdam's canals.
The Amsterdam Light Festival is an annual event where the city of Amsterdam is illuminated with more than 20 unique light artworks. These artworks are displayed on, along, and in the canals of Amsterdam.
Where: Amsterdam | More Info: Amsterdam Light Festival
Combination of ice skating and shopping in a magical winter landscape.
The Christmas market on Museumplein in Amsterdam is a festive day for everyone, from young to old. More than 45 Christmas stalls and various food and drink stands make this market the ideal location for an unforgettable Christmas experience.
Where: Amsterdam | More Info: Amsterdam Christmas Market
350 stalls across 12 locations in the city center
The Haarlem Christmas Market is one of the largest in the Netherlands, featuring 350 stalls across 12 locations in the city center. You can find everything from Christmas items to delicious treats.
Where: Haarlem | More Info: Haarlem Christmas Market
Outdoor ice rink with ice skating lessons for all ages.
Winter Village Amstelveen is a place where young and old meet, featuring a 400m2 outdoor ice rink and various activities such as school skating, disco skating, and ice skating lessons.
Where: Amstelveen | More Info: Amstelveen Christmas Market
An ice skating rink surrounded by festive activities and seasonal food stalls
The Amsterdam Winter Paradise transforms the venue into a delightful winter experience filled with activities for all ages. Visitors can take part in ice skating, explore festive stalls, and enjoy various culinary delights. The atmosphere is vibrant, with beautiful decorations and entertainment options that cater to families and friends, providing a welcoming environment to celebrate the season.
Where: Amsterdam | More Info: Amsterdam Winter Paradise
Dutch Christmas musical featuring Nandi van Beurden and Suzan Seegers.
Carola (played by Nandi van Beurden) is not good with men. In a fever dream around the holidays, she is visited by three ghosts. This musical is loosely based on Charles Dickens’ Christmas classic A Christmas Carol.
Where: Amstelveen | More Info: Christmas Dinner and Show
Traditional Christmas buffet with Amsterdam entertainers.
MS De Jordaan offers a cozy Christmas buffet cruise with a 3-course meal and plenty of music. Luc Meijer, Eddie and Gillyan, Debbie de Witte, Ivonne van Hattem, and René Eshuijs ensure a delightful Christmas celebration.
Where: Amsterdam | More Info: Christmas Market in the Jordaan
Unique combination of live music and cultural activities.
New Year's Eve at Melkweg is a vibrant and lively event featuring live music, dance, and cultural activities.
Where: Amsterdam | More Info: New Year's Party at Melkweg
Freshly prepared Christmas dishes on both Christmas days
With Hapjes aan Huis, you can create an excellent Christmas buffet for your celebration. We offer a choice of four different buffets, including a complete Santa Claus buffet. Our Christmas dishes are freshly prepared in our kitchen on both Christmas days.
Where: Amstelveen | More Info: Christmas Buffet and Party
Refreshing dip in the sea with warm pea soup afterwards.
The New Year's Dive is an annual event where people take a refreshing dip in the sea on January 1 to start the new year. Thousands gather each year to run into the sea with friends and family, under the watchful eye of the lifeguards.
Where: Amsterdam | More Info: New Year's Dive