Netherlands events in December 2026

Updated November 1, 2026

Things to do in Netherlands in December 2026: 6 festivals, seasonal events and illuminations, with dates checked on official sites.

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Culture

Limburg / Valkenburg

Valkenburg Cave Christmas Markets 2026

Fri, November 13, 2026 – Wed, December 30

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Entertainment

North Brabant / Kaatsheuvel

Winter Efteling 2026–27

Mon, November 16, 2026 – Sun, January 31, 2027

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Entertainment

Amsterdam / City Centre

Amsterdam Light Festival

Thu, November 26, 2026 – Sun, January 17, 2027

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Entertainment

Limburg / Maastricht

Magisch Maastricht 2026

Fri, November 27, 2026 – Sun, December 27

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Food & Drink

The Hague / Lange Voorhout

Royal Christmas Fair The Hague

Thu, December 3, 2026 – Wed, December 23

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Entertainment

Amsterdam / RAI

Amsterdam Winter Paradise

Thu, December 17, 2026 – Sat, January 2, 2027