
Kerststad Valkenburg
Christmas markets inside Valkenburg's old marl caves, plus a Christmas village, Santa's Village and a Christmas parade above ground. The town is free, and the cave markets are paid.
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Christmas markets inside Valkenburg's old marl caves, plus a Christmas village, Santa's Village and a Christmas parade above ground. The town is free, and the cave markets are paid.

15 km over the "seven hills" of Nijmegen on Sunday, and the 7 km Zevenheuvelennacht on Saturday evening.More races and walks: Running and walking events in the Netherlands 2026.

One of the largest record fairs in the world. Saturday 9:00 to 17:00 and Sunday 10:00 to 17:00. Day tickets €12.50 online or €15 at the door, weekend pass €22.50 […]

A Sinterklaas-themed 5 km fun run through the woods, with 1 and 2 km family runs and warm chocolate milk at the finish.More races and walks: Running and walking events in the Netherlands 2026.

A record fair in Hilversum with LPs, singles, CDs and posters from dealers across the country. Organised by Variaworld.More record fairs: Upcoming vinyl record fairs in the Netherlands.

Indoor and outdoor Christmas fair at a country estate in the dunes near Haarlem, with gifts, decorations, food and live performances. Tickets €17.75 for adults, €11.75 for children aged 7 to 14.

Light art installations along the canals of Amsterdam, by boat or on foot, all winter long.

Independent record shops across the Netherlands sell limited edition releases that are only available in stores on the day. Get there early.More record fairs: Upcoming vinyl record fairs in the […]

An evening walk of 6 to 20 km through the dark dunes, lit by light art, ending on the beach. Organised by Le Champion.More races and walks: Running and walking events in the Netherlands 2026.

One of the biggest cross-country events in the Netherlands, with races for all ages and international elite athletes.More races and walks: Running and walking events in the Netherlands 2026.

Maastricht's main square becomes a winter village with Christmas chalets, an ice rink, a big Ferris wheel and winter terraces. Free entry.

Winterstad and WinterWelVaart fill Groningen with a winter programme, including illuminated historic ships along the canals. Free entry.