Christmas begins
in Haarlem
This year's Christmas market will feature nearly 350 stalls spread across 12 locations in the downtown area. On Saturday and Sunday, the Schagchelstraat and the Kleine Houtstraat will once again be transformed into Emma's Street, where you will go back in time to a real 19th-century Christmas party and a mid-century Christmas street.
During the Christmas Market we have a very extensive entertainment program. Especially on Saturday and Sunday the entertainment will burst forth with plenty of performances in the downtown area, both indoors and outdoors. Friday is for visitors who want to visit the Christmas market in peace and quiet.
The Christmas Market Haarlem will take place on:
Friday, December 12 10.30 - 20.00 hours
Saturday, December 13 10.30 - 20.00 hours
Sunday, December 14 10.30 - 19.00 hours
Christmas Market
Plan
Accessibility
Make your visit to Christmas Market Haarlem unforgettable with these handy travel tips!
Note: Houtplein closure during the Christmas Market!
During the Christmas Market Haarlem, Houtplein will be partially closed due to works. Please take this into account during your visit and follow the indicated detours. Plan your route in advance and come enjoy everything the Christmas Market has to offer!
On a bicycle
Free and fast: Avoid traffic jams and parking.
Guarded bike racks: Follow the signs to covered and guarded bike racks around the Christmas market (these are also shown on the map).
Special opening: The bicycle parking lot on Jacobijnestraat will be specially open until 7 p.m. this weekend. The opening hours of other parking facilities have also been adjusted for the Christmas market.
By Train
Travel easily from Alkmaar, Amsterdam, The Hague, Utrecht or other cities directly to Haarlem station.
Walking distance: From the train station, you can walk to the Christmas market in about 10 minutes.
Track work: Attention! There are track works between Leiden and Haarlem. Coming from Leiden? Travel via Amsterdam and transfer at Sloterdijk station.
By bus
From Beverwijk, IJmuiden or Hoofddorp, you can easily travel to Haarlem by bus.
Stops near the Christmas Market: Get off at Haarlem Station, Verwulft or Houtplein.
Children travel for free! During the Christmas Market, children may travel by bus to Haarlem for free.
Convenient check-in and check-out: Use your bank card to easily check in and out. View current departure times at www.9292.nl.
By car
Parking: Parking garages in downtown Haarlem fill up quickly during the Christmas market. We recommend coming by bike, train or bus.
EXPO Greater Amsterdam: Park here for only €12 per day. Ideal if you are traveling with several people.
Additional buses: Connexxion is deploying shuttle buses that will get you to the city center within 12 minutes, right at the Christmas market. Children travel for free: Also on the shuttle buses!
Simple payment: Checking in can be done with your debit card.
For tour operators and bus tours
Drop off near the Christmas market: Sign up to get passage at road closures and let your visitors get off easily at the Christmas market.
Contact: For more information email kerstmarkt@Haarlem.nl.
The Official Christmas Market App
In the Christmas Market app you will find everything you need to plan your visit to this great event to perfection. The app gives you a complete overview of the entertainment program for the Christmas weekend, so you won't have to miss a single performance, event or activity. From the choral ribbon festival to performances at historic venues, you'll have all the information right at your fingertips. Getting lost in the Christmas market is a thing of the past thanks to the interactive map in the app. So you always know where you are and where you want to go, without wasting time looking for stalls or stages.
Stay tuned for the latest news and updates on the Christmas Market, as well as important information not to miss.
The Christmas market winds right
through downtown!
This year the magical Christmas Market in Haarlem brings the warmth and coziness of the holidays to the various locations in downtown Haarlem. Here you can immerse yourself in the enchanting Christmas atmosphere and enjoy all the festivities that these beautiful streets and squares have to offer.
Make sure you don't miss anything from the Christmas market by following the recommended walking route using the sign below.
Accessibility Christmas Market Haarlem
Make your visit to Christmas Market Haarlem unforgettable with these handy travel tips!
Note: Houtplein closure during the Christmas Market!
During the Christmas Market Haarlem, Houtplein will be partially closed due to works. Please take this into account during your visit and follow the indicated detours. Plan your route in advance and come enjoy everything the Christmas Market has to offer!
By bike
Free and fast: Avoid traffic jams and parking.
Guarded bike racks: Follow the signs to covered and guarded bike racks around the Christmas market (these are also shown on the map).
Special opening: The bicycle parking lot on Jacobijnestraat is specially open this weekend. The opening hours of other parking facilities have also been adjusted for the Christmas market.
By train
Travel easily from Alkmaar, Amsterdam, The Hague, Utrecht or other cities directly to Haarlem station.
Walking distance: From the train station, you can walk to the Christmas market in about 10 minutes.
Track work: Attention! There are track works between Leiden and Haarlem. Coming from Leiden? Travel via Amsterdam and transfer at Sloterdijk station.
By bus
From Beverwijk, IJmuiden or Hoofddorp you can easily travel to Haarlem by bus.
Stops near the Christmas Market: Get off at Haarlem Station, Verwulft or Houtplein.
Children travel for free! During the Christmas Market, children may travel by bus to Haarlem for free.
Convenient check-in and check-out: Use your bank card to easily check in and out. View current departure times at www.9292.nl.
By Car
Parking: The parking garages in the center of Haarlem fill up quickly during the Christmas market. We recommend coming by bike, train or bus.
Expo Haarlemmermeer: Park here for only €10 per day. Ideal if you are traveling with several people.
Additional buses: Connexxion is deploying shuttle buses that will get you to the city center within 12 minutes, right at the Christmas market. Children travel for free: Also on the shuttle buses!
Simple payment: Checking in can be done with your debit card.
For tour operators and bus tours
Drop off near the Christmas market: Sign up to get passage at road closures and let your visitors easily get off at the Christmas market.
Contact: For more information email kerstmarkt@Haarlem.nl.
Helping Hands
Of course, this does not happen by itself. The organization works on this event for a year. During the long Christmas weekend, we could very well use helping hands.
We are therefore looking for you!
We have various tasks such as:
- Construction crew support
- Support call team
- Guidance entertainment
- Point of contact at the Christmas market (walking vvv)
- Crew issuing counter for organization
What you get from us:
On the day you will receive on loan a nice warm (ski) jacket with the text Crew on it. You will also receive consumption vouchers for food and drinks and a small gift afterwards.
Have you come to help us? Email kerstmarkt@haarlem.nl
Of course, we can always take wishes and preferences into account.
Toilet facilities
During Christmas Market 2025, you can use restroom facilities at the following locations:
Great Wood Street (near the Wood Bridge): Here you will find accessible restrooms where you can take a break and refresh during your visit to the cozy Christmas market.
New Green Market: In the middle of the festive atmosphere of the New Green Market, you will find a toilet facility so that you can continue to enjoy your visit in comfort.
Grote Markt (including MIVA): visitors with special needs have also been considered. Restrooms, including facilities for the disabled (MIVA), are available at the Grote Markt, so that everyone can participate in the festivities carefree.
Frequently Asked Questions
The Christmas Market Haarlem is from December 13 to 15, 2024.
- Friday, Dec. 13, 10:30 a.m.-8 p.m.
- Saturday, Dec. 14, 10:30 a.m.-8 p.m.
- Sunday, December 15, 10:30 a.m. - 7 p.m.
In downtown Haarlem: Kruisstraat, Krocht, Nieuwe Groenmarkt, Zijlstraat, Grote Markt, Riviervismarkt, Klokhuisplein, Oude Groenmarkt, Kleine Houtstraat, Schagchelstraat, Anegang, Koningstraat, Botermarkt (Sundays only), Gierstraat, Grote Houtstraat
Haarlem is easily accessible by public transportation. The Haarlem Central train station is within walking distance of most entertainment areas. There are also several bus lines running through the city. If you come by car, there are parking options near the entertainment areas, but keep in mind that parking in the center of Haarlem can be limited.
- Parking garages De Kamp, De Raaks, Appelaar and Stationsplein. These are filling up fast!
- TIP: Expo Haarlemmermeer (€10 parking for a whole day). From there it's another 12 minutes by bus.Â
Admission to the Christmas market is free
There different types of outlets: stalls, Christmas houses and pagoda tents. In terms of products, you will find Christmas items, gift items, jewelry, fashion accessories, food and drinks, among others.
During the Christmas Market we have a very extensive entertainment program. Especially on Saturday and Sunday the entertainment will burst forth with plenty of performances in the downtown area, both indoors and outdoors. Friday is for visitors who want to visit the Christmas market in peace and quiet.
There will be a children's family attraction at the Grand Place and stalls at the locations with children's items.
- By train and then get off at Haarlem station.
- By bus and then get off at Haarlem station, Verwulft, Houtplein.
- TIP: Consult 9292OV
Yes there is a Santa Claus present that visitors can have their picture taken with.
The Christmas market is wheelchair accessible.
Security cameras have been put up to monitor all locations. This is constantly monitored at the central station. Where necessary, action can be taken by traffic controllers, enforcement, security or even police.
