Dec 3–27, 2026
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museumplein amsterdam

Q: When is the Christmas market open

The Christmas market is back this year, running from December 3rd to December 27th, 2026.

Q: What are the opening hours

MON / FRI 3 TO DEC 24: 12:00 / 21:00, DEC 25 & 26: 12:00 / 19:00, DEC 27: 12:00 / 18:00

Q: Getting to the Christmas market

The Christmas market is held at Museumplein in Amsterdam and is easy to reach.

Q: Is there parking available?

You can park quickly and easily at the Q-Park located underneath Museumplein. Parking fees apply.

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CHRISTMAS VILLAGE
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There is plenty to do for locals and tourists alike this year on and around Museumplein. Amsterdam's Christmas market, Christmas Village, is known for its wonderful combination of great food, drinks and shopping. This year marks the tenth edition of the Christmas Village market. A fun day out for everyone—from young to old. The perfect day trip for the whole family, cozy and free to attend.

With over 45 vendors and various food and drink options, it is the ideal location for an unforgettable Christmas experience! Find all your Christmas gifts at this winter market—because what could be better than celebrating Christmas in winter at Museumplein with mulled wine and activities?

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From December 3 - 27, 2026, Museumplein in Amsterdam transforms into a winter wonderland.

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The Christmas market takes place at Museumplein and is easy to reach.

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Free Christmas Market

With over 50 stalls, we offer 200 m² of Christmas fun during the holiday season

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Find practical answers here about your visit to the Christmas market at Museumplein. Have other questions?

When is the Christmas market open?

The Christmas market is back again this year, running from December 3 - 27, 2026.

What are the opening hours?

Christmas Village Amsterdam is open at the following times:

December 3 through December 27
12:00 PM to 9:00 PM

Weekends
11:00 AM to 9:00 PM

December 25 and 26
11:00 AM to 7:00 PM

Getting to the Christmas market

We recommend that everyone travels by public transport. Christmas Village is easily accessible from Amsterdam Central Station: Tram 2, tram 3, and tram 5 all stop at the Museumplein stop; from there, it is just a short walk to the Christmas market.

You can take Metro line 52 (towards Zuid) to the Vijzelgracht stop, from which it is about a 15-minute walk to the Christmas market.

Is there parking available?

There is a Q-Park located under Museumplein where you can park quickly and easily. Paid parking applies.

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