Last updated: December 01, 2024
Discover the festive December month in Maarssen with our complete event guide. From the historic Langegracht to the vibrant Harmonieplein, we'll guide you through all the winter activities our city has to offer.
Around the center, you'll find cozy Christmas markets where local vendors sell their goods, while the illuminated streets and squares create a warm atmosphere. The Vecht river provides a picturesque backdrop for winter walks, and near Goudestein you can enjoy traditional music performances. From Maarssen, you can easily reach larger events in Utrecht, just 10 minutes away by train.
Contact information and details below.
Light artworks along Amsterdam's canals.
The Amsterdam Light Festival is an annual event where the city of Amsterdam is illuminated with unique light artworks. This edition, titled 'Rituals,' celebrates Amsterdam's 750th anniversary and offers a unique experience for visitors.
Where: Amsterdam | More Info: Amsterdam Light Festival
Special programming with Christmas choirs, storytellers, children’s activities, and musical performances.
The Royal Christmas Fair in The Hague is a 19-day Christmas market in the historic center of The Hague. With many Christmas houses, thousands of LED lights, atmospheric fires, mulled wine, and almost daily visits from Santa Claus, this Christmas market appeals to many. The special programming with Christmas choirs, storytellers, children’s activities, and musical performances also makes this Christmas market more than worth a visit.
Where: The Hague | More Info: The Hague Royal Christmas Fair
Diverse range of Christmas products and entertainment.
The Country and Christmas Fair offers a diverse range of Christmas products, entertainment, and flavors. Visitors can enjoy festive shopping and experience beautiful Christmas entertainment, including a cappella choirs, live music, and street theater.
Where: Vijfhuizen | More Info: Country & Christmas Fair
Sustainable gift items with a link to green.
The Green Christmas Market in Rotterdam is an intimate Christmas market featuring local vendors offering sustainable gift items such as plants, bulbs, and garden decor.
Where: Rotterdam | More Info: Green Christmas Market Rotterdam
Over 350 stalls offering Christmas products and activities.
The Haarlem Christmas Market is one of the largest in the Netherlands, featuring 350 stalls across the city center. You can find everything from Christmas decorations to treats and festive activities.
Where: Haarlem | More Info: Haarlem Christmas Market
Cozy winter village with chalets and food trucks.
The Leiden Christmas Market takes place on the Hooglandse Kerkgracht and is decorated as a cozy winter village with chalets, a cozy terrace, and food trucks. Visitors can enjoy the hospitality and warm atmosphere.
Where: Leiden | More Info: Leiden Christmas Market
Unique entertainment and local products.
The Zaanse Dickens Christmas Market transforms the grounds of the old Verkadefabriek into a whimsical world from Charles Dickens' books. Visitors are transported back to Christmas in the 19th century, with unique entertainment, cozy market stalls, and delicious food and drinks.
Where: Zaandam | More Info: Zaandam Dickens Christmas Market
Children can get their faces painted in a 'Frozen world' with Disney characters.
The Floating Ice Rink in Leiden offers a beautiful ice rink in the historic center of the city. From Saturday, December 7, 2024, everyone can skate from 10:00 AM to 9:00 PM, with some exceptions for holidays. The ice rink includes rental skates but excludes mandatory gloves.
Where: Leiden | More Info: Floating Ice Rink Leiden
Unique combination of ice rink, winter fair, and circus.
During the winter months, there is much to experience in the city. On the Nieuwe Rijn, you'll find a floating ice rink until January 7th. For the little ones, there’s a nostalgic winter fair on the Garenmarkt, where parents can also enjoy snacks and drinks. From December 23rd to New Year’s Eve, the Grand Christmas Circus Leiden takes place on the Lammermarkt.
Where: Leiden | More Info: Winter Wonder Weeks Leiden