Last updated: December 01, 2024
Discover the festive atmosphere in Waalwijk during the December month! This guide leads you through all winter events and activities our city has to offer, from traditional markets to cozy gatherings.
In the historic center around the Market Square, you'll find a varied selection of winter activities. The characteristic St. John's Church forms the centerpiece of the festivities, surrounded by cozy stalls and illuminated streets. The city center is adorned with atmospheric decorations, while the nearby shopping streets radiate their own winter charm with festive window displays and seasonal offerings.
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More than 20 unique 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 during the winter months. These artworks are placed on bridges, along the canals, and in the water.
Where: Amsterdam | More Info: Amsterdam Light Festival
1500 candles light up the windows of the historic town hall.
Gouda by Candlelight is a cultural event featuring various activities in the Christmas spirit in the city center of Gouda from 2:00 PM to 10:00 PM. The highlight is the lighting of the Christmas tree lights between 7:00 PM and 8:00 PM.
Where: Gouda | More Info: Gouda by Candlelight
Various light acts and seasonal refreshments.
The Scheveningen Light Walk is a unique nighttime walking event with routes of 5 km, 10 km, and 15 km. Along the way, you can admire many spectacular light acts, and you will receive various seasonal refreshments.
Where: Scheveningen | More Info: Scheveningen Light Walk
Floating ice rink and nostalgic fair.
Winter Wonder Weken in Leiden offers a wide range of activities, including the House of Sinterklaas, the floating ice rink, and the nostalgic fair.
Where: Leiden | More Info: Winter Wonder Weeks
Special programming with Christmas choirs and children’s activities.
The Royal Christmas Fair in The Hague is a 19-day Christmas market featuring numerous Christmas houses, thousands of LED lights, cozy fires, mulled wine, and almost daily visits from Santa Claus. The special programming with Christmas choirs, storytellers, children’s activities, and musical performances makes this Christmas market a worthwhile visit.
Where: The Hague | More Info: Royal Christmas Fair
Cozy shopping market in historic church
The Winterfair in the Goudse Sint-Jan offers a day filled with coziness, atmosphere, and hospitality. Young and old are welcome to shop, eat, and enjoy musical performances and a concert. The church is free to visit and provides a beautiful opportunity to admire the Goudse Glazen.
Where: Gouda | More Info: Winter Fair Gouda
More than 250 Christmas stalls with unique Christmas products.
The Grootste Kerstmarkt van het Oosten in Arnhem offers a comprehensive Christmas market with over 250 stalls, where you can enjoy warm chocolate milk or mulled wine, take photos with Santa and Mrs. Claus, and enjoy performances by orchestras and choirs. You can also take a ride on the historic steam train and visit the Coca Cola Christmas truck.
Where: Arnhem | More Info: Arnhem Christmas Market
Diverse range of Christmas products and entertainment.
The Country & 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 and Christmas Fair
400m² outdoor ice rink for all skaters, young and old.
Winterdorp Amstelveen offers a wide range of activities, including ice skating, skating lessons, disco skating, and craft activities. Visitors can also enjoy various drinks and snacks at the non-alcoholic bar.
Where: Amstelveen | More Info: Winter Village Amstelveen
Cozy winter atmosphere with ice skating and Christmas market.
The ice rink on Museumplein in Amsterdam is the cosiest ice skating rink in the Netherlands. Here you can skate for both beginners and advanced skaters, while enjoying the winter atmosphere and photo opportunities around the rink.
Where: Amsterdam | More Info: Ice*Amsterdam
Classic roller coasters and a large outdoor ice rink.
The Efteling is transformed into a winter wonderland every year, filled with fairy tales and magical attractions. Experience the magic of the Efteling in the winter with classic roller coasters, a large outdoor ice rink, and many light and art installations.
Where: Kaatsheuvel | More Info: Winter Efteling
Unique light installations transforming Eindhoven into a living artwork.
GLOW Eindhoven is an international light art festival that transforms the city of Eindhoven from November 9 to 16, 2024, into a living artwork. With the theme "The Stream," it inspires the fundamental forces shaping our world, inspired by water flow and human experience.
Where: Eindhoven | More Info: Glow festival Eindhoven