Leiden Christmas Events & Things to Do 2025
Your complete guide to the best christmas events in Leiden and surrounding areas
The festive season in Leiden centers on the historic district with sparkling Holiday lights and a lively calendar of festive events and family-friendly activities around the Hooglandse Kerk and the canals where Rotary Santa Run Leiden, Winter Wonder Weeks, and the Christmas Market in Leiden bring community spirit. Seasonal concerts and markets fill the streets. From illuminated walks to artisan stalls, Leiden offers warm holiday experiences for families and visitors alike.
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Christmas Markets
38 eventsLocal artisan Christmas market
Christmas Parties
14 eventsNew Year's Eve party on a historic steamship
Christmas Shows
10 eventsBoundless spectacle of ice skating entertainment
Christmas Lights
8 eventsReal ice skating rink in a Christmas village
Christmas Activities
30 eventsSpectacular New Year's Eve fireworks and light show
Editor's Picks (6)
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New Year's Eve Fireworks & Light Show at Museumplein
(Amsterdam)
Spectacular New Year's Eve fireworks and light show
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New Year's Eve Sylvester Party on ss Rotterdam
(Rotterdam)
New Year's Eve party on a historic steamship
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Winter Wonderland Noordwijk
(Noordwijk)
Real ice skating rink in a Christmas village
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Electric Fireworks Amstelveen
(Amstelveen)
Spectacular New Year's Eve fireworks display
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Rotterdam New Year's Eve Fireworks
(Rotterdam)
Spectacular National Fireworks display over Erasmus Bridge
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Holiday on Ice - NO LIMITS
(Rotterdam)
Boundless spectacle of ice skating entertainment
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Leiden Christmas Events Map
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Leiden Christmas FAQ
The biggest annual Christmas events include the Winter Wonder Weeks featuring the Nostalgic Christmas Market, ice skating on the Floating Ice Rink, and the Rotary Santa Run through the city center.
Leiden celebrates with traditions like the arrival of Sinterklaas, the Rotary Santa Run, and festive markets that combine historical charm with modern holiday cheer, reflecting the city’s rich cultural heritage.
The city center around Hooglandse Kerkgracht and the canal-side neighborhoods near the Nieuwe Rijn are known for their beautiful Christmas lights and festive walking trails.
The main Christmas markets and local artisan stalls are primarily located at Hooglandse Kerkgracht and surrounding squares in Leiden’s historic center during December.
Enjoy free walking tours of the holiday light displays, visit the public Christmas markets, and explore festive decorations throughout the city center without any admission fees.
Families can enjoy the Floating Ice Rink, nostalgic fun fairs, and seasonal performances during the Winter Wonder Weeks, all offering engaging activities for children.