Last updated: 11 November 2024
Discover the festive December month in Capelle aan den IJssel with our complete events guide. Whether you're a permanent resident or visiting the city for the first time, this guide helps you make the most of the holiday season.
In the center around the Stadsplein, you'll find the traditional Christmas market with local specialties and handmade products. From here, you can easily walk to the Schollebos, where winter activities are organized. The nearby shopping center De Koperwiek is festively decorated, and with Rotterdam just 15 minutes away by metro, you have access to even more winter festivities in the region.
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Capelle aan den IJssel Other Holiday Activities
New Year's Dive
- What to Expect
- Iconic orange Unox hats and warm pea soup after the dive.
- Description
- The New Year's Dive in Scheveningen is a long-standing tradition dating back to 1960. Each year, between 7,000 and 10,000 participants take the plunge into the cold North Sea. The event takes place on the beach of Scheveningen, near the sculptures of Beelden aan Zee.
- Where
- Scheveningen | More Info : New Year's Dive
Carnival
- What to Expect
- Unique parades and local traditions.
- Description
- Carnaval 2025 takes place from Sunday, March 2nd to Tuesday, March 4th. It is a period of extensive celebrations with numerous parades, receptions, and activities throughout the Netherlands, particularly in Brabant and Limburg.
- Where
- Brabant and Limburg | More Info : Carnival