Illustration of a christmas market scene (Kerstmarkt Heemskerk)
Christmas Markets

Kerstmarkt Heemskerk

The town centre transforms into a festive market featuring over 100 stalls and food trucks offering seasonal products and winter delicacies. Visitors can watch musical performances and dance shows on the main stage, or meet the singing Santa Claus and his elves. Guests can also hop aboard a horse-drawn carriage at Kerkplein for a ride through the village.

What to Expect

Over 100 stalls, food trucks, and horse-drawn carriage rides.

Event Details

Ages

All ages

Timed Entry

No

Organizer

In Heemskerk

Food & Drink

Food trucks are present, and visitors can find winter delicacies at the market.

Local Insight & Ratings

Family Friendly

🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 (5/5)

Best For

Families with children

Vibe

Festive and lively

Energy Level

Moderate

Photo Friendly

High

Weather Sensitivity

Moderate

Location

Centrum Heemskerk
1964 HX Heemskerk, Netherlands
Heemskerk

Know Before You Go

  • Hours: De hele dag; koetsritten van 13.00 tot 16.00 uur.

Tips & Advice

  • Come in the afternoon if you want a horse-drawn carriage ride, since the carriage only runs then and you board it at Kerkplein.
  • Bring the kids to meet the singing Santa and his elves, and have a camera ready because they pose for photos with children.
  • Arrive hungry, as food trucks and stalls selling winter treats are part of the market alongside the Christmas gift stalls.
  • Give yourself time to browse, since more than 100 stalls fill the centre with Christmas products and gifts.
  • Vendors and food trucks who want a pitch should email RC Events and state exactly what they sell, so the organizers can plan a varied layout.

Quick Actions

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the market good for kids?

Yes, it's aimed at the whole family. The singing Santa and his elves are back to meet children and pose for photos.

What food is there?

Food trucks are on site, and stalls sell winter treats.

Where do I get on the horse-drawn carriage?

You board at Kerkplein for a ride through the village. The carriage runs in the afternoon.

What's on the main stage?

Music acts and dance shows perform on the big stage throughout the market.

How can I get a stall or bring a food truck?

Registration is open for stallholders and food trucks. Email Karin Cappelle at RC Events (rc.events@ziggo.nl) and say clearly what you sell, so the organizers can plan a varied layout.

Tags

Christmas marketholiday markethandmade craftsartisanal productsfestive foodholiday shoppingcommunity celebrationlocal vendors

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Contributors & Updates

Last Updated: Oct 20, 2026
Original Submitter: Sep 17, 2025 The Christmas Events Near Me editorial team