Last updated: December 01, 2024
Looking for Christmas activities in Elburg? This guide provides a complete overview of all festive events in our historic Hanseatic city. Whether you're a resident or visiting Elburg during the holidays, you'll find all essential information here.
Around the medieval Vischpoort and along the authentic city walls, the town comes alive with traditional Christmas markets and winter activities. The atmospheric city center, with its characteristic facades and historic harbor, forms the backdrop for various festivities. From the cozy stalls at the Vischmarkt to the illuminated streets in the old center, every corner of Elburg breathes the Christmas spirit.
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Elburg Holiday Markets and Shopping
Zwolle Christmas Market
Kerstmarkt Zwolle offers a wide range of activities, including the Ice Sculpture Festival, the Christmas Event, and the Story Festival. Visitors can enjoy ice sculptures, performances, workshops, and a living nativity scene.
Apeldoorn Christmas Market
The Christmas market in Apeldoorn is a cozy place where you can buy various Christmas gifts and enjoy delicious food. Visit the stalls in the Asselsestraat, Leienplein, Korenstraat, and Deventerstraat.
Elburg Christmas Market
The Elburg Christmas Market features local artisans showcasing their handmade crafts, delicious seasonal treats, and warm beverages. Visitors wander through charming stalls decorated for the season, enjoying the festive atmosphere. Live music and entertainment enhance the experience, drawing crowds from near and far. With a variety of goods available, it's a perfect spot to find unique gifts and savour the flavours of the holidays.
Elburg Holiday Shows and Entertainment
Deventer Dickens Festival
In the historic Bergkwartier of Deventer, over 950 characters from Charles Dickens' famous books come to life. Visitors can meet Scrooge, Oliver Twist, and other well-known figures.
Christmas Concert at Academiehuis
On Tuesday, December 17, 2024, a Christmas concert will take place at the Academiehuis with Grootkoor Zwolle, featuring singer Henk Poort and pianist Andy Booth. They will perform the greatest Christmas classics in the Academiehuis Grote Kerk.
Christmas Concert in the Great Church Harderwijk
The Harderwijks Men's Choir presents a beautiful Christmas concert in the Grote Kerk of Harderwijk on December 16. Traditional and lesser-known Christmas songs are performed with accompaniment by a string orchestra, organ, piano, and flute.
Elburg Other Holiday Activities
Sinterklaas Arrival in Elburg
Sinterklaas arrives in Elburg with his festive steamboat and nearly 200 helpers. It will be a big children's celebration with performances and treats on the Vischmarkt.
Sinterklaas Arrival in Harderwijk
The Sinterklaas procession in Harderwijk takes place on November 16, 2024. The pre-program starts at 11:00 AM at the harbor, followed by Sinterklaas' arrival at 11:30 AM. After the city tour at 12:30 PM, Sinterklaas is officially welcomed at the Sinterklaas Village from 1:00 to 1:30 PM. Finally, Sinterklaas departs at 4:00 PM from the Sinterklaas Village.
Old and New Year's Celebration Elburg
Residents of Elburg are allowed to set off consumer fireworks during the New Year's celebration between 18:00 on December 31 and 02:00 on January 1. This is only for consumer fireworks, not professional fireworks.
Old and New Year's Celebration Harderwijk
At Kok Experience in Harderwijk and Lelystad, you can enjoy various activities on New Year's Eve, such as drinking in the restaurant, playing in the playground, and watching movies in the cinema.