Tilburg Christmas Events & Things to Do 2025
Your complete guide to the best christmas events in Tilburg and surrounding areas
Tilburg kicks off the holiday season near cultural landmarks with bright Holiday lights and a lively schedule of festive events and Christmas markets around the Pieter Vreedeplein and cultural quarter where Tilburgs Winterparadijs and Kerstmarkt Ketelhavenplein bring seasonal cheer. Community performances and holiday gatherings add warmth to the nights. From market browsing to family activities, Tilburg offers a friendly and festive atmosphere for visitors this winter.
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Christmas Markets
43 eventsMagical winter experience with ice skating and local chalets
Christmas Lights
12 eventsCovered ice rink in historic Gorinchem
Christmas Parties
11 eventsNew Year's Eve party on a historic steamship
Christmas Shows
5 eventsNew international show celebrating 200 years of Circus Royal
Christmas Activities
29 eventsEfteling transformed into a magical winter wonderland
Editor's Picks (6)
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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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Dordts Wintercircus Royal
(Dordrecht)
New international show celebrating 200 years of Circus Royal
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Winter Efteling
(Kaatsheuvel)
Efteling transformed into a magical winter wonderland
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Sinterklaas Celebration in Oss
(Oss)
Sinterklaas arrival and festive activities in Oss
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Helmond Winter Castle
(Helmond)
Historic castle transformed into a magical winter wonderland.
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Verknipt NYE Eindhoven
(Eindhoven)
Biggest Verknipt show with a marathon techno set
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Tilburg Christmas Events Map
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Tilburg Christmas FAQ
The biggest annual events include Tilburg Winter Paradise with its beautifully lit ice rink and festive pavilion, as well as various neighborhood markets and light displays throughout the city.
Tilburg celebrates with a mix of traditional Dutch festivities and local customs, including community markets, neighborhood light displays, and special events like the Spoorzone holiday gatherings.
The city center and surrounding residential neighborhoods are known for their charming holiday lights, with several streets featuring coordinated displays that attract visitors each year.
Christmas markets and local artisan vendors are primarily located in Tilburg’s central squares and community venues, with additional markets held in nearby neighborhoods throughout the season.
Enjoy free neighborhood light displays, public ice skating at Tilburg Winter Paradise, and visiting open-air markets where entry is free, making for budget-friendly festive outings.
Families can enjoy the indoor and outdoor ice rinks at Tilburg Winter Paradise, children’s holiday performances, and markets with kid-friendly crafts and treats throughout the city.