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Haarlem Christmas Market
One of the largest Christmas markets in the Netherlands: hundreds of stalls around the Grote Markt, 11–13 December.
opens Sun 15 November, 08:00
SnowWorld Amsterdam (Velsen) indoor ski slopes
SnowWorld Amsterdam · Velsen-Zuid, NetherlandsSeason15 November – 31 March 2027
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Prices vary by time slot and are shown only in the SnowWorld online shop (ski passes 'from €23.95' across all locations). Hire optional when booking. Overtime: 5 min free, then €2.50 per 5 min.
About the event
In Velsen-Zuid, in the Spaarnwoude recreation area, SnowWorld Amsterdam has two slopes on real snow at −5 °C: a 170 m run for those who can turn and stop, and a 70 m beginners' slope. Three lifts and a small funpark (tube, rails) complete the set-up. It is more compact than Landgraaf or Zoetermeer and works well for an hour or two on skis combined with a visit to Amsterdam or Haarlem. Book a time slot online and add hire gear when booking. Tip: on 24 and 31 December the hall closes at 6 pm, and on site you can only pay by card.
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Opening hours
Christmas holidays (19/12/2026–03/01/2027): opens at 8 or 9 am depending on the day, until 10 pm, except the dates below.
| Monday | 09:00–22:00 |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 09:00–22:00 |
| Wednesday | 09:00–22:00 |
| Thursday | 09:00–22:00 |
| Friday | 09:00–22:00 |
| Saturday | 08:00–22:00 |
| Sunday | 08:00–21:00 |
- Fri 1 January — 12:00–22:00. New Year's Day: noon–10 pm.
Combine with
Christmas markets nearby for the same trip.
Funky Xmas Market (Westergas, Amsterdam)
Christmas edition of the Sunday Market: makers, designers and food trucks at Westergas, on one December Sunday.
Christmas Village Amsterdam (Museumplein)
The free Christmas market on Museumplein, between the Rijksmuseum and the Concertgebouw, 3–27 December.
opens Thu 26 November, 16:30
Amsterdam Light Festival 2026–2027
Around twenty light artworks along the canals, on foot (4.5 km) or by boat, 26 Nov–17 Jan.
Amsterdam Winter Paradise (RAI)
Big indoor winter festival at the RAI: skating, rides and shows; timed tickets, 17 Dec–2 Jan.
Leiden Christmas Market (Leidse Kerstmarkt)
Nostalgic market around the Hooglandse Kerk over two long weekends: 11–13 and 17–20 December.
SnowWorld Amsterdam (Velsen) indoor ski slopes9 markets nearby