Christmas holidays 2016 tips outings events. What can you do during the Christmas holidays 2016? Here you will find great tips for a (free) outing, day out, events, fairs and festivals during the Christmas holidays 2016. Don't know what to do during the Christmas holidays? Then read on quickly for great tips and get ideas and inspiration for the 2016 Christmas holiday.
The 2016 Christmas holiday this year starts on Saturday 24 December 2016 and ends on Sunday 8 January 2017. Unlike, for example, the summer holiday, the aforementioned dates apply to all schools in all provinces. Enough time to enjoy free outings, days out and the best events, fairs and festivals with the whole family.
The Visiting Farm Het Achterhuis in Leerdam is organizing a Christmas Surprise Afternoon for the whole family on Wednesday 28 December and Wednesday 4 January 2017. The afternoon is all about conviviality. The exact activities are still a surprise, it is certain that upon arrival you will receive a cup of tea, coffee or chocolate milk with something delicious and that you can take stale bread for the animals.
Where:Visit farm Het Achterhuis
Hoogeind 20a, Leerdam
When:Wednesday 28 December 2016
Wednesday 4 January 2017
Time:13:00 – 16:30
Admission:€8.00 pp
Who is not familiar with the Unox New Year's Dive in Scheveningen? Traditionally, the New Year's Dive in Scheveningen is held on January 1, 2017. Participants receive a delicious cup of pea soup as a reward. Do you want to join? You can register from 10:30 am. Not participate? Just come and have a look and encourage the daredevils.
Where:Scheveningen Beach
Strandweg 39-99
When:January 1, 2017
Time:12:00 pm
Access:free
A medley of good food, enjoying theater and having a good time together, that's the Winterparade Amsterdam which will be held from 20 to 30 December 2016. While you enjoy mouth-watering dishes with a lot of other guests at a 120 meter long table, you are treated to singing, dancing and readings, where the table serves as a stage. The presale of the tickets has already started!
Where:Zuiderkerk
Zuiderkerkhof 72, Amsterdam
When:20 to 30 December 2016
Time:19:00- 22:00 hours
Admission:€ 45.00 all in
The Railway Museum in Utrecht is undergoing a complete metamorphosis especially for the Christmas holidays. From December 24, 2016 to January 8, 2017, visitors can enjoy Winter Station Utrecht, where Christmas lights, Christmas trees, poffertjes and ice skates determine the atmosphere. Skates can be borrowed for free! Will you come and join in the fun with your whole family?
When:24 December 2016 to 8 January 2017
Where:Railway Museum Utrecht
Maliebaanstation, Utrecht
Time:10:00 – 19 :00 pm (24-26 and 31 December and 8 January open until 5:00 pm)
Admission:€16.00
Free with annual museum card and for children up to and including 3 years
The Indoor Christmas Holiday Spectacle Bunnik will be organized especially for all children from 4 to 7 January 2017. The children can enjoy themselves on bouncy castles, storm and obstacle courses, football cage, slides and of course ball pit. In short:children will never be bored during this fun event.
When:January 4 to 7, 2017
Where:Broekies Entertainment Group Bunnik
Shouldermantel 35-a, Bunnik
Time:10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Admission:€7.50 (incl. Ranja and cotton candy)
Free entry for parents
On December 28, 2016, the National Prison Museum in Veenhuizen organizes the Landlopers Day. During this event, visitors are introduced to the life of vagabonds and everything revolves around street performers, old children's games, artisan market stalls and much more. Just drop by and be surprised.
When:December 28, 2017
Where:National Prison Museum
Oude Gracht 1, Veenhuizen
Time:10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Admission:€8.00
€3.00 (for children up to and including 12 years)
During the Christmas holidays on 27 to 29 December 2016, the oliebollenfeest will take place in the Land of Jan Klaassen. On 30 and 31 December there will be a special fireworks show for children after the performance. Great fun entertainment during this event especially for all children.
When:27 to 31 December 2016
Where:Land van Jan Klaassen
Gildeweg 6, Braamt (Montferland)
Time :10:00 AM – 5:00 PM (except December 31st until 4:00 PM)
Admission:€11.00 (from 2 years)
Traditionally, the carbide shooting in Zevenhuizen takes place every year on December 31. This year too, 100 milk churns will be set up and visitors can enjoy music after the event.
Where:Veldstreek 3, Zevenhuizen
When:December 31, 2016
Time:9:30 – 16:30 hours
Admission:free
The Winterfair Vaeshartelt in Maastricht is planned as an extension of the many Christmas markets. With a live nativity scene, live music, a winter terrace and a bird of prey show, young and old will not be bored on 26 and 27 December 2016.
Where:Buitenplaats Vaershartelt
Weert 9, Maastricht
When:December 26 and 27, 2016
Time:12:00 PM – 5:00 PM (Birds of prey show December 26 at 1:00 PM and 3:00 PM)
Admission:Free
Are you still looking for a nice outing during the Christmas season? Then the Christmas Antique Market Tilburg on December 25 and 26, 2016 is a must for you. You can find everything in the field of antiques here:from furniture to crockery and from trinkets to real collectibles. Tip:If you still need a last minute Christmas present, you can come and have a look here.
When:December 25 and 26, 2016
Where:Koepelhal
Ns Plein 3, Tilburg
Time :9:30 am – 4:30 pm
Admission:€ 6.00 (children up to 12 years with supervision free)
On December 26, 2016 you can enjoy delicious food, drinks, entertainment and shopping in Breda during the Stuff &Smullen Cherish the Christmas event. Enjoyment is central to this lifestyle market. Of course everything is kept in a real Christmas atmosphere!
When:December 26, 2016
Where:De Faam
Liniestraat 19, Breda
Time:12:00 – 20:00
Access:Free
From December 10 to January 8, 2017, the square in Den Bosch will be transformed into Het Bosch Winter Paradise. Numerous activities are held, for an overview it is best to take a look at the website. But you can think of a grand Advent calendar, an ice rink, Joris' Christmas tree, performances and much more.
When:December 10 to January 8, 2017
Where:Parade
Den Bosch
Time:see website for program
Admission:free
From 24 to 30 December 2016, Enschede will be dominated by the International Circus Festival Enschede, where numerous artists from home and abroad will compete for the golden artist. The theme of the 21st edition is 'Amazing' and it is sure to be amazing with performances by jugglers, acrobats, horses, camels and much more. Guaranteed fun for the whole family during this free outing.
When:24 to 30 December 2016
Where:Go Planet Expohal
Colosseum 70, Enschede
Time:see website for starting times
Admission:from € 22.00
The Endless Festival will be held in Deventer from 27 to 30 December 2016. During this event, music, theatre, films, but also various exhibitions and literature are central. Everything takes place in the Center and Havenkwartier. With more than 50 activities, there is plenty to see and do for young and old.
When:27 to 30 December 2016
Where:various places in Deventer
Time:see website
Access:see website
Of course, various Christmas markets are also organized throughout the country. The Christmas markets are known for their cosiness and winter atmosphere. You will not only find nice Christmas markets in the Netherlands. Would you like to see and do something different? Then visit the most popular Christmas markets in Germany.
