Dordtse Decemberdagen
Visitors can wander through wooden market chalets decorated with twinkling lights along Grotekerksbuurt and Groenmarkt to find festive gifts and unique seasonal items from local makers. Food trucks situated around the garden of the Grote Kerk serve hot beverages, sweet treats, and savory snacks. At Stadhuisplein and the Stadhuis, guests can also enjoy live musical entertainment and sing-a-long sessions.
What to Expect
Charming wooden chalets, food trucks, and sing-a-longs in historic Dordrecht.
Event Details
Ages
All ages
Neighborhood
City Center
Timed Entry
No
Organizer
Dordrecht Marketing & Partners
Food & Drink
Food trucks around the Grote Kerk garden offer savory bites, sweet treats, and warm drinks.
Local Insight & Ratings
Family Friendly
Best For
Christmas shoppers and friends seeking a cozy outing
Vibe
Festive and cozy
Energy Level
Moderate
Budget
Free
Photo Friendly
High
Weather Sensitivity
Moderate
Location
Know Before You Go
- Hours: Thu 12.00–20.00; Fri 12.00–22.00; Sat 10.00–22.00; Sun 12.00–20.00.
- Parking: Park at the Energiehuis garage or the Weeskinderendijk lot and walk 15 to 20 minutes into the center. Bike parking at Achterom and Drievriendenhof is free.
Tips & Advice
- Come by bike or public transport if you can, because crowds are expected and the Papendrechtse brug (N3) is closed.
- If you take the bus on a weekend, a public holiday or during the Christmas school holiday, use the Qbuzz weekend and holiday discount to get half off.
- Drivers should use the Weeskinderendijk lot or the Energiehuis garage, because the garages in the center get busy, especially on Saturday and Sunday.
- Plan your visit for Friday or Saturday if you want to join the evening sing-along at the Stadhuis.
- There's a public toilet on the Grote Markt, and the HogeNood app shows more toilet options around town.
Special Events & Promotions
- Sing-along at the Stadhuis on Friday and Saturday evenings
- Musical performances on the Stadhuisplein on Saturday and Sunday
- After three editions, the Decembermarkt is bigger this year
- Half-price Qbuzz bus fares on weekends, public holidays and during the Christmas school holiday
Quick Actions
Frequently Asked Questions
What can I shop for at the Decembermarkt?
Wooden Christmas chalets along the Grotekerksbuurt and Groenmarkt sell Christmas gifts and festive items. You can also meet local makers and find their products.
Where is the food?
Food trucks are set up around the garden of the Grote Kerk. They serve savory snacks, sweet treats and warm drinks.
Is there live music?
Yes. There are musical performances on the Stadhuisplein on Saturday and Sunday. There is also a sing-along at the Stadhuis on Friday and Saturday evening.
Where should I park if I come by car?
Park at the Energiehuis garage or the Weeskinderendijk lot on the edge of the city. From either one, it's about a 15 to 20 minute walk into the center. The garages in the center get busy, especially on Saturday and Sunday.
How can I get a stall at the market?
Traders can download the exhibitor brochure and sign up through the Decembermarkt page. The organizers want traders with distinctive, Christmas-related products to sell from a wooden chalet.
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