Hoogeveen Christmas Events & Things to Do 2025

Your complete guide to the best christmas events in Hoogeveen and surrounding areas

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Christmas Markets (47 events) Christmas Parties (12 events) Christmas Shows (9 events) Christmas Lights (6 events) Other Christmas Activities (25 events)
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Hoogeveen’s festive season centers on the Stadslicht Festival and lively market squares where Christmas markets and light displays create a cheerful downtown scene. Local stages host Christmas performances while artisanal stalls offer seasonal treats and gifts. Plan to join family activities, browse holiday attractions, and enjoy festive events around the station district and market square for a full winter festival experience.

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Hoogeveen Christmas Events

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Christmas Markets

47 events
Nordhorn Christmas Market

Traditional German Christmas market experience

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Christmas Parties

12 events
Indebuurt Vol Liefde Pre-Christmas Party • Nov 20

Popular singles event with festive Christmas theme

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Christmas Shows

9 events
6. Meppener Weihnachtskonzert • Nov 30

Annual Christmas concert benefiting a local helpline.

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Christmas Lights

6 events
Winters Almelo • Dec 20 – Dec 21

Magical Christmas festival with parade and ice skating

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Other Christmas Activities

25 events
Sinterklaas Arrival in Nunspeet • Nov 23

Traditional Sinterklaas arrival with parade and town welcome

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Editor's Picks (6)

  1. Nordhorn Christmas Market (Nordhorn)
    Traditional German Christmas market experience
  2. Winters Almelo (Almelo)
    Magical Christmas festival with parade and ice skating
  3. Christmas Market Sneek (Sneek)
    Christmas market coinciding with XMAS Sneek festival
  4. Meppen Christmas Market (Meppen)
    Award-winning Christmas market with unique attractions.
  5. Enschede Lights Up (Enschede)
    Spectacular free light art route through the city center.
  6. Sinterklaas Arrival in Nunspeet (Nunspeet)
    Traditional Sinterklaas arrival with parade and town welcome

This Week / Coming Up (6)

Sinterklaas Arrival in Almelo Sat, Nov 15
Sinterklaas Arrival in Assen Sat, Nov 15
Sinterklaas Arrival Hengelo Sat, Nov 15
Indebuurt Vol Liefde Pre-Christmas Party Thu, Nov 20
Sinterklaas Pepernoten-Express Steam Train Sat, Nov 22
Lingener Weihnachtsmarkt Mon, Nov 24

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Sinterklaas Arrival Hengelo

Grand arrival of Sinterklaas with over 200 Pieten

📍 Hengelo • Nov 15

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Hoogeveen Christmas FAQ

When are the best times to visit?

Weekday evenings tend to be less crowded. Peak times are weekends in December, especially closer to Christmas.

Is parking available?

Most events offer on-site parking. Check individual event pages for specific parking information and fees.

Are venues accessible?

Most venues are accessible. Contact individual events for specific accessibility accommodations.