Kerstmarkt Eext
Visitors can wander along dozens of market stalls offering Christmas decorations, gifts, and seasonal crafts on the centuries-old village green. The event features a synthetic ice skating and curling rink, food and drink stands, and fish-smoking demonstrations. Guests can also enjoy live music from Dickens carolers, pop choirs, and midwinter horn blowers, alongside creative workshops and appearances by Santa Claus.
Dec 19 – Dec 20, 2026 All ages Gratis.
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Plan Your Visit
Hours
Saturday: market 13:00–18:00; horeca open until 21:00. The practical information elsewhere says Saturday 13:00–20:00. Sunday: 11:00–17:00.
Food & Drink
Food and drink stands offer warm seasonal treats, snacks and drinks; alcohol is not sold to anyone under 18.
Parking
Follow the signs around the village.
Tips & Advice
- Follow the parking signs around the village and the traffic controllers' directions, then walk from the car park to the market on the brink.
- Come on Saturday if you want to hear the Dickens Singers from Meppel, who give several performances at the market that day.
- Bring ID if you look under 25 and plan to buy a drink, because no alcohol is sold to anyone under 18.
- Eext is easy to reach by bike as well as by car, so cycling to the market is a good option if you live nearby.
- Dress warmly for a winter day outdoors on the brink, especially if you plan to try the curling or the ice rink.
Special Events & Promotions
- The Dickens Singers from Meppel give several performances on Saturday 19 December.
- On Saturday, food and drink stay open into the evening after the market stalls close.
Links & Contact
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is there to do besides browsing the stalls?
There are workshops for young and old, music and demonstrations, a visit from Santa, an ice rink, Christmas storytelling and curling on the brink.
Can we try curling?
Yes. Curling is set up on the brink, so you can challenge friends and family to a game on the ice.
Is there food and drink?
Yes. Food and drink stands serve warm winter treats, snacks and drinks. On Saturday, food and drink stay open into the evening after the market stalls close.
Where do we park?
Follow the signs around the village. Traffic controllers will show you where to park, and you walk from the car park to the market.
Can I still book a stall?
Stallholder registration is full, with 52 stallholders signed up. You can still put your name on the reserve list.
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