Last updated: December 01, 2024
Discover all the festive events Huizen has to offer during the Christmas period! This guide leads you through the finest winter activities in our cozy municipality on the Gooimeer.
In the historic center around the Old Church, you'll find the traditional Christmas market with local specialties and artisanal products. From here, you can walk to the illuminated Old Town Hall Square, where winter activities take place. The nearby Oostermeent shopping center offers indoor shopping pleasure, while Huizen's harbor has been transformed into an atmospheric winter setting with lights and decorations.
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Enchanting light artworks along Amsterdam's canals.
Amsterdam Light Festival is an annual event where artists transform the city of Amsterdam with unique light installations. The festival route runs along the canals and includes more than 20 light artworks.
Where: Amsterdam | More Info: Amsterdam Light Festival
Special programming with Christmas choirs and children’s activities.
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 make this Christmas market a worthwhile visit.
Where: The Hague | More Info: Royal Christmas Fair
Artisanal products sold by the producers themselves.
The Pure Markt is a traveling Sunday market where you can find artisanal vendors selling delicious food and drinks, as well as a unique selection of non-food items. They can inform you about the ingredients, origin, and production process of their products.
Where: Amsterdam | More Info: Pure Market
Funky shopping time with theater, live music, demos, workshops, and tastings.
The Sunday Market is a creative market where designers, artists, and craftsmen sell their own products. You can find everything from unique designs to delicious snacks and drinks.
Where: Amsterdam | More Info: Sunday Market
Unique, handmade products from global makers.
The Maker Market is the place where young and innovative makers from all over the world meet. Here, you'll find unique, handmade products and creative demonstrations.
Where: Amsterdam | More Info: The Maker Market
Unique combination of shops, food, and entertainment.
The Sinterklaas Market in Westerpark offers a variety of fun activities and delicious food for the whole family.
Where: Amsterdam | More Info: Sinterklaas Market
Original Christmas gifts and delicious Christmas snacks in a funky Christmas atmosphere.
The Funky Xmas Market is a unique Christmas market at Westergas in Amsterdam, where you can find original Christmas gifts and enjoy delicious Christmas snacks. There are special products, live music, mulled wine, and hot chocolate available.
Where: Amsterdam | More Info: Funky Xmas Market
A festive tribute to the city and the creators who lived, worked, and stayed there.
The exhibition 'Happy Birthday Amsterdam' celebrates the art city of Amsterdam with a rich and colorful collection of art by 75 artists, from past to present.
Where: Amsterdam | More Info: H’ART Museum: Happy Birthday Amsterdam
Photographers from 26 countries share their stories and experiences.
Participants in the World Press Photo Contest 2024 present their work and share their stories in a day filled with talks, workshops, and performances.
Where: Amsterdam | More Info: De Nieuwe Kerk Exhibition
An ensemble of magicians and illusionists from all over Europe.
The Amsterdam Magic Show is a unique evening with magicians and illusionists from all over Europe. Each show is different and unique thanks to the best international and comedy acts performing on stage in a 1920s-style theater.
Where: Amsterdam | More Info: Amsterdam Magic Show
Unique combination of improvisation and live music.
Boom Chicago offers unique English-language comedy shows with a mix of written sketches, interactive improvisations, music, and video. Special programming includes stand-up comedy, magic shows, escape rooms, and other creative productions.
Where: Amsterdam | More Info: Boom Chicago
Unforgettable evening with live music and spectacular variety acts.
VEGAS is a unique combination of restaurant, show, and club. Enjoy a delicious 3-course shared dining menu while experiencing an evening full of show elements. The restaurant gradually transforms into a club with live music, circus acts, and magical illusions.
Where: Amsterdam | More Info: VEGAS Dinner Show
Unique combination of classical ballet and Dutch traditions.
The Nutcracker and the Mouse King is a beautiful ballet performance following Clara Staalboom on the eve of St. Nicholas. She receives a nutcracker from her uncle Drosselmeyer and dreams that it comes to life, and together they battle the Mouse King and his army. They then travel through Drosselmeyer's magic lantern to various colorful places.
Where: Amsterdam | More Info: Dutch National Ballet: The Nutcracker and the Mouse King
Two shows on the same day with different artists.
Santa Claus is Coming to Town is a spectacular Christmas show featuring music, dance, and cultural traditions.
Where: Amsterdam | More Info: Santa Claus is Coming to Town
Impressive performances by the world's best figure skaters
Holiday on Ice – NO LIMITS is a colorful show filled with spectacular acts, stunning costumes, beautiful choreographies, and uplifting music. The best ice show in the world features modern video projections, kinetic lighting, and hundreds of beautiful costumes. The impressive performances by the world's best figure skaters ensure an unforgettable day or evening for everyone.
Where: Amsterdam | More Info: Holiday On Ice: A New Day
Largest countdown clock in the Netherlands
The Electric Fireworks show on the Museumplein is a spectacular fireworks display that takes spectators on a musical journey through time. The show connects visitors by a mix of all musical periods, genres, and styles.
Where: Amsterdam | More Info: New Year’s Eve Light and Firework Show
Young artists receive special attention and are encouraged to develop further and increase their visibility.
The Royal Award for Modern Painting is one of the oldest art awards for up-and-coming young artists in the Netherlands. H.M. the King presents the award on October 10 at the Royal Palace Amsterdam.
Where: Amsterdam | More Info: Royal Palace