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Last updated: December 01, 2024

Discover the festive December atmosphere in Delft! This guide leads you through all winter events and activities that bring the historic city center to life during the holidays.

Around the Market Square and the New Church, you'll find cozy Christmas markets with traditional stalls and winter delicacies. The atmospheric lighting in the old streets, the ice skating rink at the Beestenmarkt, and the festive displays of local shops create a true winter ambiance. From the center, you can easily walk to other festivities, such as the winter terrace at the Prinsenhof and the musical performances at the Maria van Jesse Church.

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Delft Holiday Markets and Shopping

What to Expect:

Special programming with Christmas choirs and storytellers.

Description:

The Haagse Kerstmarkt is one of the most beautiful Christmas markets in the Netherlands, featuring dozens of Christmas houses, thousands of LED lights, atmospheric fires, and mulled wine. The special programming with Christmas choirs, storytellers, children’s activities, and musical performances makes this Christmas market a visit worth more than just a glance.

Where: The Hague | More Info: The Hague Royal Christmas Fair

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More than 350 stalls with unique Christmas items and delicious food.

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The Haarlem Christmas Market is one of the largest Christmas markets in the Netherlands, featuring 350 stalls spread across 12 locations in the city center. You can find unique Christmas items, delicious food, and many Christmas activities.

Where: Haarlem | More Info: Haarlem Christmas Market

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Sustainable gift items linked to green products

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The Groene Kerstmarkt Rotterdam is an intimate Christmas market with local vendors. Here you can find sustainable gift items linked to green products like plants, bulbs, and garden decor. The cozy winter square with terraces offers a unique Christmas market experience.

Where: Rotterdam | More Info: Green Christmas Market Rotterdam

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Delft Other Holiday Activities

What to Expect:

Children can get their faces painted in a 'Frozen world' with Disney characters.

Description:

The Drijvende IJsbaan in Leiden offers a beautiful ice rink in the historic center of the city. From Saturday, December 7, 2024, everyone can enjoy skating on the ice rink, open daily from 10:00 AM to 9:00 PM. The price includes rental skates and excludes mandatory gloves.

Where: Leiden | More Info: Ice Rink Leiden

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