Last updated: 11 November 2024
Get ready for a festive December in Nijkerk! This guide provides a complete overview of all winter events and activities our city has to offer. Whether you're a resident or visiting Nijkerk, here you'll find everything for a wonderful time.
The historic center of Nijkerk forms the heart of the festivities, with the characteristic Great Church as its radiant centerpiece. On the Square and in the surrounding shopping streets, you'll find cozy stalls, winter lighting, and traditional decorations. From the center, you can easily reach various activities, from the Christmas market at Museum Nijkerk to atmospheric concerts in local churches. The nearby cities of Amersfoort and Harderwijk, just 15 minutes away, complement the winter program with their own festivities.
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Nijkerk Holiday Light Displays
Amsterdam Light Festival
- What to Expect
- Unique light artworks along Amsterdam's canals.
- Description
- The Amsterdam Light Festival is an annual event where the city of Amsterdam is illuminated with unique light artworks. The thirteenth edition, titled "Rituals," takes place from November 28, 2024, to January 19, 2025.
- Where
- Amsterdam | More Info : Amsterdam Light Festival
Gouda by Candlelight
- What to Expect
- Candles illuminate the historic city center.
- Description
- Gouda by Candlelight is a beautiful cultural event featuring various activities in the spirit of Christmas. In the afternoon, locations throughout the Gouda city center are illuminated with light and color. In the evening, 1,500 candles are lit behind the windows of the historic town hall and thousands more in the buildings in the city center. There are walks, concerts, performances, and shows at the Gouda Theatre, museums, churches, and on the streets.
- Where
- Gouda | More Info : Gouda by Candlelight
Nijkerk Holiday Markets and Shopping
Zaanse Dickens Market
- What to Expect
- Unique Christmas experience with historic building and authentic decor.
- Description
- The Kerstmarkt Zaandam offers a festive Christmas experience with thousands of lights, bubble machines, smoke machines, and many Christmas trees. The assortment includes gadgets, books, drinks, sports, cooking, fashion, home, and kids' packages.
- Where
- Zaandam | More Info : Zaanse Dickens Market
Utrecht Christmas Market
- What to Expect
- Christmas markets with unique activities and locations around Utrecht.
- Description
- In the vicinity of Utrecht, you can find various Christmas markets and winter fairs that offer a unique festive atmosphere. Discover the best Christmas markets around Utrecht and enjoy the festive activities and winter treats.
- Where
- Utrecht | More Info : Utrecht Christmas Market
Country & Christmas Fair
- What to Expect
- Many unique stands with exclusive Christmas gifts and delicious delicacies.
- Description
- Visiting the Country & Christmas Fair, you will experience the smell of mulled wine and other delicacies, the many Christmas trees and atmospheric lights, walking past the warming stands completely in the mood of the festive month of December. This is all surrounded by À Capella choirs, live music, and street theater.
- Where
- Vijfhuizen | More Info : Country & Christmas Fair
Haarlem Christmas Market
- What to Expect
- Over 350 stalls in the historic city center.
- Description
- The Haarlem Christmas Market is one of the largest Christmas markets in the Netherlands, featuring 350 stalls spread across 12 locations in the city center. Enjoy Christmas activities, performances by artists and choirs, and an extensive entertainment program.
- Where
- Haarlem | More Info : Haarlem Christmas Market
Nijkerk Holiday Shows and Entertainment
Dickens Festival Deventer
- What to Expect
- Over 950 characters from Charles Dickens' books.
- Description
- In the historic Bergkwartier of Deventer, more than 950 characters from Charles Dickens' famous books come to life. The Dickens Festijn attracts thousands of visitors from both within and outside the Netherlands.
- Where
- Deventer | More Info : Dickens Festival Deventer
Nijkerk Other Holiday Activities
Ice Christmas Village
- What to Expect
- Cozy ice rink with Christmas market and silent disco.
- Description
- The ice rink on Museumplein in Amsterdam is the cosiest ice rink in the Netherlands. It is the ideal location for both beginners and advanced skaters to showcase their skills.
- Where
- Amsterdam | More Info : Ice Christmas Village
Winter Plaza Rembrandtplein
- What to Expect
- Unique winter atmosphere with snow cannons and wooden chalets.
- Description
- The ice rink on Rembrandtplein is a great place to ice skate and enjoy the winter atmosphere. The square is fully decorated in a winter theme with snow cannons, wooden chalets, and Christmas trees. After ice skating, you can warm up in the cozy glühwein hut with a delicious warm Dutch waffle or a sausage roll.
- Where
- Amsterdam | More Info : Winter Plaza Rembrandtplein
Winter Efteling
- What to Expect
- A large outdoor ice rink and numerous light and art installations.
- Description
- The Efteling is transformed into a fairy-tale winter wonderland each year with magical attractions, warm moments, and delicious snacks.
- Where
- Kaatsheuvel | More Info : Winter Efteling