Last updated: 11 November 2024
Plan your holidays with our event guide for Hoogvliet. Discover the cozy Christmas activities in our vibrant district, where both residents and visitors can enjoy the winter atmosphere and festivities.
Around the Hoogvliet shopping center and historic Oudeland, you'll find various winter activities. The central square transforms into an atmospheric winter village with stalls and lighting, while the nearby Gadering and Ruigeplaatbos offer winter walks. From here, you can easily reach the larger events in Rotterdam, which is only 20 minutes away by car.
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Hoogvliet Holiday Light Displays
Amsterdam Light Festival
- What to Expect
- Light artworks along Amsterdam's canals
- Description
- The Amsterdam Light Festival transforms Amsterdam's canals into a unique art exhibition with over 20 light artworks. These events are specially designed to celebrate the theme 'Rituals,' where light plays a central role in many rituals.
- Where
- Amsterdam | More Info : Amsterdam Light Festival
Hoogvliet Holiday Markets and Shopping
Royal Christmas Fair
- What to Expect
- Special programming with Christmas choirs, storytellers, and children's activities.
- Description
- The Royal Christmas Fair is a 19-day Christmas market in the historic center of The Hague, featuring numerous Christmas houses, thousands of LED lights, cozy fires, mulled wine, and almost daily visits from Santa Claus. The special programming with Christmas choirs, storytellers, children's activities, and musical performances makes this Christmas market a worthwhile visit.
- Where
- The Hague | More Info : Royal Christmas Fair
Christmas Market Museumplein
- What to Expect
- Over 45 stalls with unique Christmas gifts and delicious food.
- Description
- The Christmas Market on Museumplein is a cozy spot where you can shop, eat, and drink in a lively winter landscape. With over 45 stalls and various food and drink options, it is the perfect location for a festive experience.
- Where
- Amsterdam | More Info : Christmas Market Museumplein
Christmas Market Westergas
- What to Expect
- Unique Christmas gifts and a funky Christmas atmosphere.
- Description
- The Funky Xmas Market at Westergas in Amsterdam offers unique Christmas gifts and a funky Christmas atmosphere. Enjoy delicious Christmas snacks, special products, live music, mulled wine, and hot chocolate.
- Where
- Amsterdam | More Info : Christmas Market Westergas
Christmas Market Haarlem
- What to Expect
- 350 stalls spread across 12 locations in the city center
- Description
- The Christmas Market in Haarlem is one of the largest in the Netherlands, featuring 350 stalls spread across 12 locations in the city center. You can find everything from Christmas items to treats, with an extensive entertainment program.
- Where
- Haarlem | More Info : Christmas Market Haarlem
Holiday Shopping in Amsterdam
- What to Expect
- Unique Christmas decorations and homeware with luxurious packaging.
- Description
- In Amsterdam, you can shop for new items during the holiday season at Vondels, where you'll find the most festive Christmas decorations and homeware.
- Where
- Amsterdam | More Info : Holiday Shopping in Amsterdam
Hoogvliet Holiday Shows and Entertainment
Concerts in Amsterdam
- What to Expect
- Unique combination of international artists and various concert venues.
- Description
- In Amsterdam, you can find a wide range of concerts with international artists at various venues, including the Ziggo Dome and AFAS Live.
- Where
- Amsterdam | More Info : Concerts in Amsterdam
Raymonda
- What to Expect
- Spectacular showcase of classical ballet techniques with lively character dances and elegant costumes.
- Description
- Raymonda is a classical ballet production by the Dutch National Ballet, choreographed by Marius Petipa and interpreted by associate artistic director Rachel Beaujean. The ballet tells the story of the young Hungarian princess Raymonda, who makes her own choices on the path of love instead of simply marrying the vain knight Jean de Brienne.
- Where
- Amsterdam | More Info : Raymonda
Hoogvliet Other Holiday Activities
Upside Down Amsterdam
- What to Expect
- Unique combination of immersive rooms and fantastic photo opportunities.
- Description
- The Upside Down Amsterdam is a unique immersive experience museum where you make the rules. Here you find immersive rooms, upside-down decorations, fantastic photo opportunities, and the best food and drinks.
- Where
- Amsterdam | More Info : Upside Down Amsterdam