Amsterdam Christmas Lights 2026

Visitors discover illuminated installations, projections, and sculptures created by national and international artists throughout Amsterdam's historic centre. The light artworks can be explored on foot along the quaysides and bridges or viewed directly from the water aboard canal cruise boats....

Glide through Amsterdam's illuminated canals on an electric boat to experience 20 unique light artworks up close. An experienced skipper and host guide the tour, sharing insights about the city, historic monuments, and the light installations. Guests can take in...

Visitors can skate on an expansive ice rink, challenge friends to curling, or glide down the winter slide. The indoor festival features fairground attractions including a roller coaster, carousel, and high swing tower, as well as circus acts, theater shows,...

Visitors walk through life-sized light installations and atmospherically illuminated historic buildings spanning prehistory, Roman times, and the Middle Ages. The experience includes historical storytelling by Archeotolken, light shows, a scavenger hunt, and a spectacular fire show. Along the way, guests...

Visitors can skate on a 400-square-metre open-air ice rink set up on the village green. The grounds feature an indoor restaurant, a heated outdoor terrace, an outdoor bar serving glühwein and hot chocolate, and food chalets offering poffertjes. Additional entertainment...

Visitors gather at the Podium in IJsselstein to witness the Gerbrandytoren transformed into the largest Christmas tree in the Netherlands. The 366.80-meter-tall transmission tower is illuminated by 120 LED lamps alongside special top and base lighting. The gathering offers an...

Visitors experience Gouda's historic city center filled with a diverse, day-long program of entertainment and cultural performances for all ages. The centerpiece of the celebration is the ceremony by the Christmas tree, set between De Waag and the historic town...

Experience the magic of the Kerstlichtjestocht in Amersfoort, where thousands of candles illuminate a special route through the historic city. Actors and choirs bring the Christmas story to life, creating an enchanting atmosphere for all ages. This unique light walk...

Step into a fairytale at Kasteel de Haar, transformed into a magical Christmas castle from December 10th to January 5th. The historic estate is adorned with thousands of twinkling lights, festive ornaments, and a spectacular 8-meter-tall Christmas tree in the...

Step into a world of enchantment at 'En Busca de la Magia,' a captivating light display designed to ignite your holiday spirit. This immersive experience features stunning illuminated art installations and interactive light displays that come alive with movement and...