Last updated: December 01, 2024
Plan your festive December in Lisse with our complete event guide. We've compiled all winter activities for you to fully enjoy the cozy atmosphere in our flower village.
In the historic center around the Vierkant, you'll find the traditional Christmas market with local specialties and handmade products. From here, you can walk to the atmospherically lit Keukenhof-laan, where winter activities are organized. The nearby cities of Noordwijk and Leiden, just 15 minutes away, offer additional festivities with their own characteristic winter programs.
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More than 20 unique light artworks along Amsterdam's canals.
The Amsterdam Light Festival is a winter light art exhibition where artists illuminate the city and canals with unique light installations.
Where: Amsterdam | More Info: Amsterdam Light Festival
Unique boat tour along 20+ light artworks.
The Amsterdam Light Festival is an annual light festival in the city center of Amsterdam, where artists illuminate the city and its canals.
Where: Amsterdam | More Info: Amsterdam Canal Lights
Audio guide in Dutch and English
The Amsterdam Light Festival boat tour offers a unique way to experience the light artworks in Amsterdam. From the water, you have a first-class view of the beautiful light installations while you can relax and look around.
Where: Amsterdam | More Info: Light Festival Boat Tour
Light festival with historic candles in Gouda's city center.
Gouda by Candlelight is one of the oldest light festivals in the Netherlands. In the evening, 1,500 candles are lit behind the windows of the historic Town Hall and thousands more behind the windows of the buildings in the city center. There are various activities, including the Winter Fair, walks, concerts, performances in the Gouda Theatre, museums, churches, and on the streets. The highlight is the lighting of the lights on the Christmas tree between 19:00 and 20:00 hours.
Where: Gouda | More Info: Christmas Market Gouda
Over 45 Christmas stalls and various food and drink options.
The Amsterdam Christmas Market on Museumplein is a festive day for everyone, from young to old. With more than 45 Christmas stalls and various food and drink options, this market is the perfect location for an unforgettable Christmas experience.
Where: Amsterdam | More Info: Amsterdam Christmas Market
Special programming with Christmas choirs, storytellers, children's activities, and musical performances.
The Royal Christmas Fair in The Hague is one of the most beautiful Christmas markets in the Netherlands. With numerous Christmas houses, thousands of LED lights, cozy fires, mulled wine, and almost daily visits from Santa Claus, this Christmas market offers a unique experience for everyone.
Where: The Hague | More Info: Royal Christmas Fair
Over 350 stalls with Christmas activities and performances.
The Christmas Market in Haarlem is one of the largest in the Netherlands and takes place from Friday, December 13 to Sunday, December 15. The market transforms Haarlem's charming old city center into a Christmas paradise with 350 stalls and numerous Christmas activities.
Where: Haarlem | More Info: Christmas Market Haarlem
Cozy winter village with chalets and food trucks.
The Christmas market in Leiden is a cozy winter village with chalets, a cozy terrace, and food trucks. Visitors can enjoy the catering facilities and the warm atmosphere.
Where: Leiden | More Info: Christmas Market Leiden
Unique combination of Christmas market and light festival
The Christmas Market in Delft is a cozy market where you can find the best gifts, the tastiest treats, and much more. The market is part of the Donkere dagen van Delft, which start with the Lichtjesavond. There are daily activities for all ages, including a wish tree, a lights café, and exhibitions.
Where: Delft | More Info: Christmas Market Delft
Various Christmas markets with unique activities and locations.
In the surroundings of Utrecht, you can find various Christmas markets and winter fairs that offer a unique festive atmosphere. These markets are located at different sites and offer a variety of activities, from cozy stalls to winter treats.
Where: Utrecht | More Info: Christmas Market Utrecht
Unique immersive experience with Symphony of Lights.
The Amsterdam Winter Paradise offers unique attractions, nostalgic activities, and endless ice skating and ice pleasure. The new world "The Wonder World" includes a magical immersive experience: Symphony of Lights.
Where: Amsterdam | More Info: Amsterdam Winter Paradise
Sinterklaas arrives by boat and continues his journey on horseback.
The Sinterklaas Intocht is an annual event where Sinterklaas and his Pieten enter Amsterdam. The procession starts at the Scheepvaartmuseum and continues through the canals and streets of Amsterdam to the Leidseplein.
Where: Amsterdam | More Info: Sinterklaas Procession
Over 50 museums open their doors until 2 AM.
More than fifty museums in Amsterdam open their doors in the evening from 7 PM to 2 AM. Visitors can enjoy special tours, exhibitions, music, and other activities.
Where: Amsterdam | More Info: Museum Night Amsterdam
Three free drinks served in glasses made of ice.
The Amsterdam Icebar offers a unique icy experience with cocktails among ice sculptures at -10°C. Upon entry, you receive 3 free tokens to exchange for drinks.
Where: Amsterdam | More Info: Icebar Amsterdam
Live entertainment and spectacular view of the National Fireworks.
Oud en Nieuw Rotterdam offers a unique way to celebrate the new year with live entertainment, champagne, and oliebollen. Enjoy an overnight stay on board and a spectacular view of the National Fireworks at the Erasmusbrug.
Where: Rotterdam | More Info: New Year's Eve Rotterdam