Discover the festive events in Rotterdam during December! This guide presents all the highlights of the winter season, from traditional Christmas markets to modern light shows, carefully curated for both Rotterdam locals and visitors.
In the heart of the city, you'll find the atmospheric Binnenrotte Christmas market, surrounded by historic buildings and modern architecture. The Markthal offers an indoor winter experience with local delicacies, while the Coolsingel sparkles with festive lighting. The Schouwburgplein transforms into a winter celebration with an ice rink, and the Erasmus Bridge forms the iconic backdrop for Rotterdam's winter skyline.
Happy Holidays!
Top Events Events In and Around Rotterdam
- Rotterdam Christmas Concerts
- Scheveningen Light Walk
- Rotterdam Christmas Market
- Rotterdam Harvest Market Christmas Edition
- New Year's Eve Rotterdam Fireworks
- Danish Christmas Market Rotterdam
- Euromast and Euroscoop
- Green Christmas Market
- Vintage aan de Maas Christmas Market
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Rotterdam Events Events
Rotterdam Christmas Concerts (Rotterdam) • 0.1 miles
Diverse classical Christmas concerts for all ages
Scheveningen Light Walk (Rotterdam) • 0.2 miles
Atmospheric winter walk with light installations and music.
Rotterdam Christmas Market (Rotterdam) • 0.5 miles
Diverse Christmas markets including Scandinavian and local options
Rotterdam Harvest Market Christmas Edition (Rotterdam) • 0.6 miles
Weekly farmers' market with local and regional food products.
New Year's Eve Rotterdam Fireworks (Rotterdam) • 1.1 miles
Spectacular national fireworks display over the Erasmus Bridge
Danish Christmas Market Rotterdam (Rotterdam) • 1.2 miles
Authentic Danish Christmas 'hygge' and specialties
Euromast and Euroscoop (Rotterdam) • 1.3 miles
Panoramic city views from 185 meters high.
Green Christmas Market (Rotterdam) • 1.7 miles
Intimate market with sustainable, green-themed gifts
Vintage aan de Maas Christmas Market (Rotterdam) • 1.8 miles
Cozy vintage market on a former shipyard with live music.
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