Utrecht Christmas Events & Things to Do 2025
Your complete guide to the best christmas events in Utrecht and surrounding areas
The Christmas season in Utrecht centers on the Dom Tower and canal-side squares, where Christmas markets and festive events like Het Utrechtse Winterspektakel offer winter festivals and family-friendly attractions. Holiday activities include seasonal performances, artisan stalls, and the Winter Station experience for visitors seeking lively things to do. Utrecht’s historic streets glow with Christmas lights and music, making it a cozy and cultural destination for the holidays.
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Christmas Markets
38 eventsIndoor winter wonderland with ice skating and snow tubing
Christmas Parties
15 eventsCozy Christmas holiday stays with included dining and activities.
Christmas Lights
12 eventsCovered ice rink in historic Gorinchem
Christmas Shows
9 events36th annual Christmas concert with renowned soloists and choir
Christmas Activities
26 eventsSpectacular New Year's Eve fireworks and light show
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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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Electric Fireworks Amstelveen
(Amstelveen)
Spectacular New Year's Eve fireworks display
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Archeon Light Festival
(Alphen aan den Rijn)
Historical light presentations with storytelling
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Gorcums Winterfestijn
(Gorinchem)
Covered ice rink in historic Gorinchem
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The Nutcracker and the Mouse King
(Amsterdam)
Classic holiday ballet with live orchestra
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Het Amsterdamse Winterparadijs
(Amsterdam)
Indoor winter wonderland with ice skating and snow tubing
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Utrecht Christmas FAQ
The biggest annual events include the Winter Market at Molen de Ster and the Country & Christmas Fair at Kasteel de Haar, both drawing large crowds with festive stalls and entertainment.
Utrecht celebrates with a blend of historic charm and modern festivities, including the Trajectum Lumen light trail and castle garden illuminations that tell fairy tales through light projections.
The city center and areas near Kasteel de Haar are known for their beautiful holiday lights, along with several beloved neighborhood displays that locals decorate each year.
Local makers and Christmas markets can be found at Molen de Ster’s Winter Market and the Country & Christmas Fair at Kasteel de Haar, both offering artisan goods and festive vendor stalls.
Enjoying the Trajectum Lumen light walking trail and visiting neighborhood light displays are great free activities, along with exploring the festive atmosphere in the city’s public squares.
Family-friendly options include the indoor Winter Station at the Spoorweg Museum with ice skating and games, as well as markets offering seasonal treats and live music suitable for children.