Holiday season in Amsterdam
Christmas, Sinterklaas, markets and more
The Dutch really know how to make the most of the holiday season... starting with Sinterklaas; a Dutch tradition complete with pepernoten and parades! Christmas Day is celebrated with good food and family fun; and in between the city sparkles with bright lights, fun markets, great parties, snowy scenery and festive good cheer! The holiday season is a wonderful time to be in Amsterdam, so get out and enjoy the fun.
Saint Nicholas (Sinterklaas) in Amsterdam
With a boat parade, parade on horseback and weeks of special traditions, sweets and gift-giving evening, Sinterklaas (Saint Nicholas) is a unique Dutch tradition not to be missed! Read more... »Top 12 holiday season events
I amsterdam's top twelve events and things to do over Christmas and the holiday season, including the World Christmas Circus, holiday markets, ice skating, plays and more. Read more... »A Classical Christmas
All across Amsterdam festive classical music, orchestras and choirs singing carols in churches and halls mark Christmas and the holiday season. Read more... »Amsterdam Christmas Markets
Ditch the high street this Christmas and hit the markets for distinctive gift ideas for your stocking and tree; head for the Albert Cuyp, Flower Market and more. Read more... »Christmas tree on Amsterdam's Dam Square
Grown in the German Ardennes, the Christmas tree on Amsterdam's Dam Square stands an impressive 22 metres tall and is decorated with four kilometres of Christmas lights. Read more... »Turn on the Lights
With 'Turn on the Lights', de Bijenkorf annually opens the festive season in brilliant spectacle and festive cheer at the end of November - and you are invited! Read more... »