Winter Festival Amsterdam

During the Winter Festival Amsterdam, Fabrique des Lumières Amsterdam has a very special show of interest to young and old. Namely, the show Destination Cosmos takes you to the world of stars, planets, nebulae, gas clouds and supernovas.

Young and old alike can skate on the Netherlands' cosiest skating rink on Museumplein in the centre of Amsterdam.

On the cosy Rembrandtplein in the centre of Amsterdam, there will be a great skating rink again this winter. Skate a lap on this ice rink and enjoy the unique atmosphere on this Amsterdam square.

On Sunday 19 November 2023 Sinterklaas will arrive in Amsterdam again. Sinterklaas (Saint Nicholas) is a truly Dutch tradition.

The Christmas Market in Haarlem is one of the largest markets in the Netherlands and will be held from Friday 8 to Sunday 10 December 2023.

Enjoy the wonderful combination of skating and shopping in a magical winter landscape at the free Christmas Market in Amsterdam.

From 14/12 to 30/12, the RAI Amsterdam will be transformed into the Amsterdam Winter Paradise. Skating rink, Christmas market and more!

The Sunday Markets are a well-known phenomenon in Amsterdam and the special Funky Xmas Market is back on the agenda in December.

During the Christmas weekend in Amsterdam, there are several activities and events to enjoy the unique Christmas atmosphere.

Celebrate New Year's Eve in Amsterdam and enjoy the attractions, firework shows and events in the city centre.

20 January it is National Tulip Day on Museum Square in Amsterdam. During this event, people can pick a bunch of tulips for free. There are more than 200,000!