Finally! It’s cold enough to wear those comfy jackets and order yourself a big cup of hot chocolate (with whipped cream of course!) You may have seen our article where we highlight 16 Christmas events, markets and ice-rings so for the full list, check that out! For all the other events and the ones we love most, read on! Here’s the Amsterdam Event Calendar for December 2017:
Amsterdam Light Festival
When? 20th of November until
What? The canals of Amsterdam light up
Stunning objects float, hang or stand in and around the canals of Amsterdam. Things really start to get interesting when it get’s dark and the art objects light up. Visitors from all over the world come to this special festival. You can walk the route or experience a boat tour. amsterdamlightfestival.com
Amsterdam Light Festival
Sample Sale Crispy Sheets
When? 1st & 2nd of December, nieuwe herengracht 91a
What? One of the nicest bedsheets is having a huge sale!
Stunning and extremely comfy bedsheet brand is finally having a sample that goes up to 80{8b669be72a7f340f9ef2d6d852585cd40ddf0e79ccf763f3ea93c1234c3d888b} discounts! www.crispsheets.nl
Scandinavian Christmas Market
When? 1st & 2nd of December, Muiderkerk
Get into the Scandinavian spirit with this special market where you can knit and make decorations for “jul”: the wheel of time that spins the year into lighter days. The market is not complete without some real Scandinavian flavours (like cookies) of course! Facebook
Sunday Market Sinterklaas Edition
When? 3rd of December, Westergas
What? Every 1st Sunday of the month
Lot’s of stands and this edition will be full of sweets, sinterklaas and local goods. Bring your kids!
Het Ware Noorden Licht Festival – Opening
When? 2nd of December, De Ceuvel from 4pm
What? Storytelling, campfire and cozyness
Creatives come together and enjoy each others company while telling stories, playing music and the opening of pretty light installations. Facebook
Festival Jan Eef
When? 9th of December, Jan Evertsestraat
What? Street festival in Amsterdam West
It’s the 6th edition already where the Jan Evertsestraat is a transformed into a theatre, cabaret and music street. You can see 3 different theater pieces of 30 minutes each at various locations in the street. Tickets cost between 15 and 17,50 and you can get them here.
Let it Glow Christmas Brunch
When? 10th of December, Zwart Amsterdam
What? Beautiful vegan sisters are hosting the last vegan brunch of the year!
For €32,50 you will enjoy a 3-course vegan menu, a short seminar and a Glow With The Glow magazine with recipes and tips. There are still a few spots available so hurry up if you want to taste some amazing vegan food! Get your ticket here.
Sissy Boy Christmas Market
When? 10th of December, Amstelveld
What? One of the best and hip Christmas markets of the year
We need to mention this market again in our calendar. This is one of the winter markets we are looking forward to the most! Besides the usual Sissy-Boy fashion, interior and accessories, you can also enjoy glühwein, live music, nice food and of course many different stands with all your winter wannahaves! To find out which brands you can find at this years market, check the Facebook event.
Professional Networking Dinner hosted by Expat Republic
When? 14th of December, Market 33 at 6pm
What? Expand your professional as well as personal network whilst enjoying good food.
This event is about connecting you with folks who can be of assistance and vice versa. International urban food court located at the Zuidas. Entrance is free but everyone pays for their own consumption at the bar. Register here!
Neighbourhood Food Market 13
When? 16th & 17th of December, Westergasfabriek
What? The friendliest market of this month!
Food, stands, and walking into to your neighbour perhaps? We always like this market and it’s easy going, for young and old and affordable!
Vahalla Festival
When? 23rd of December, Rai
What? Electronic Music Festival (indoor)
The line-up is pretty impressive so perhaps this is a nice Christmas party to spend your money on. DJ’s like Fritz Kalkbrenner, Speedy J, Kölsch and Hot Since ’82 are there to make you dance throughout the night. www.valhallafestival.nl
Enjoy December!
Love,
Wander-Lust
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