Winter Village Laren
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 across the season includes disco skating evenings, curling competitions, and character meet-and-greets.
Nov 20, 2026 – Jan 3, 2027 All ages
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Tickets
Skating ticket: €9.50 per person, skate rental included. 10-visit card: €88.50 for 10 skating visits, skate rental included. Season subscription: €95.00 for unlimited skating all season, skate rental included; early-bird price €85.00 through 19 November.
Hours
Skating rink: Monday and Tuesday 15:00–21:00; Wednesday 12:00–18:00; Thursday 15:00–21:00; Friday–Sunday 12:00–21:00. Christmas holiday and holiday exceptions: 21–24 December 12:00–21:00; 25 and 26 December 12:00–17:00; 28–30 December 12:00–21:00; 31 December 12:00–17:00. Restaurant: Monday–Sunday 09:00–22:00; kitchen 12:00–21:00. 25 and 26 December 10:00–17:00 (after 17:00 by reservation only); 31 December 09:00–17:00; 1 January 12:00–22:00. Outdoor bar: Monday and Tuesday 15:00–22:00; Wednesday and Thursday 12:00–22:00; Friday–Sunday 12:00–22:00; 25 and 26 December 12:00–19:00.
Food & Drink
The event has an indoor restaurant serving lunch and dinner, an outdoor bar with hot chocolate and glühwein, and food chalets offering poffertjes and a small menu.
Location
Tips & Advice
- Buy skating tickets online or at the skate-rental counter; no time slot is required for rink entry.
- Bring your own skates if you prefer, but leave clap skates and speed skates at home.
- Collect an entry wristband at the counter first if you are using a season subscription or 10-visit card.
- Register your curling team early because places are limited and the competition can fill up.
- Reserve a restaurant table in advance to secure a place for lunch or dinner.
Special Events & Promotions
- The season subscription has an early-bird price through November 19.
- A 10-visit card is cheaper than ten individual tickets.
- Peuter skating is held Wednesday mornings on November 25, December 2, 9 and 16, in a quiet session for young children; parents skate free. It does not run during the Christmas holiday.
- The official opening is November 22, with an ice-skating demonstration by KVM On Ice.
- Beginner skating courses for children ages 4–12 are sold separately in three-lesson sessions on December 21–23 or December 28–30; advance registration is required.
Links & Contact
Run by Winter Village Nederland B.V.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Winter Village suitable for children and beginner skaters?
The 400-square-metre outdoor rink welcomes all ages and skill levels. Small children can use skating aids, and lessons are offered for children and adults.
Do I need to reserve a skating time, and can I buy tickets at the rink?
Skating has open entry with no time-slot reservation. Tickets are available online or at the skate-rental counter; when the rink is busy, skating is limited to two hours per visit.
Can I bring my own skates?
Yes, but clap skates and speed skates are not allowed. Skate rental is included with skating tickets, with sizes 28 through 50 and blades for the youngest children.
What food and drink options are available?
The restaurant serves lunch and dinner, the outdoor bar offers drinks including hot chocolate and glühwein, and the food chalet sells poffertjes and a small menu.
What should teams know before joining the curling competition?
Teams must register in advance because places are limited. Each team has four to six players, and subscription or 10-visit-card holders should collect an entry wristband at the counter before skating.
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