1. Christmas Village at Museumplein
Dates: December 4 – December 28, 2025

Hours: 12:00–21:00 (Weekends: 11:00–21:00; Dec 25–26: 11:00–19:00)

Highlights:

Wooden chalets selling gifts, food, and mulled wine

Ice skating rink in front of the Rijksmuseum

Enchanting lights and festive music

Location: Museumplein, between the Rijksmuseum and Van Gogh Museum2

2. Amsterdam Winter Paradise (RAI Amsterdam)
Dates: December 17, 2025 – January 3, 2026

Features:

Indoor and outdoor skating rinks

Ferris wheel, carousel, cross-country skiing

Live performances by Dutch artists

Christmas stalls and gourmet treats

Location: Europaplein 24

3. Funky Xmas Market
Date: Sunday, December 21, 2025 (12:00–18:00)

Location: Westergasfabriek, Pazzanistraat 33

Vibe: Quirky and creative, with fashion, design, vintage, and global snacks

4. Pure Markt Wintermarkt
Date: Sunday, December 21, 2025 (11:00–17:00)

Location: Park Frankendael

Focus: Artisanal food, drinks, and unique non-food products

🌟 Bonus Festive Highlights
Dam Square Christmas Tree: Over 20 meters tall, decorated with 40,000 LED lights

Bijenkorf Department Store: Stunning holiday window displays

Amsterdam Light Festival: Illuminated art installations along the canals (Nov 28 – Jan 19)