Plan your festive December month in Drachten! This guide offers a complete overview of winter events and activities you can visit in our Frisian municipality, perfect for both residents and visitors.
The vibrant center of Drachten forms the heart of the festivities, with the Drachtsterplein as its focal point. Visitors can enjoy the atmospheric winter market, traditional stalls with local delicacies and handmade products. In the surrounding streets, such as the Zuidkade and Noorderbuurt, you'll find cozy cafes and restaurants serving winter specialties, while the festive lighting creates a warm atmosphere throughout the entire city center.
Happy Holidays!
Drachten Events Events
Christmas Concert Drachten (Drachten) • 0.7 miles
Live orchestral performance by Noord Nederlands Orkest
Christmas Market Drachten (Drachten) • 1.7 miles
Sparkling Christmas market with 60 stalls and a pop-up stable.
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Dutch Winter North 2024 (Heerenveen)
Duo speedcubing competition with multiple rounds
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Festive Holiday Celebrations at WTC Hotel Leeuwarden (Leeuwarden)
Festive dining and overnight stays with city views.
XMAS Sneek Christmas Celebration (Sneek)
Festive Christmas market with parade and tree lighting
Events Around Sneek
Christmas Market Sneek (Sneek)
Festive market coinciding with XMAS Sneek festivities.
Gospel Choir Performance (Sneek)
A 45-member Danish gospel choir performance
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