Grand Christmas Circus 2025

The Grand Christmas Circus in The Hague has been a cherished Christmas tradition on the Malieveld for more than 25 years and is one of the oldest and largest Christmas circuses in the Netherlands.

What can you expect at the Grand Christmas Circus in The Hague?

Each year a completely new family show is presented, making a visit during the Christmas holidays a beloved annual outing for many families.

A New Show Every Year: Every season the circus surprises visitors with a fully renewed production featuring international top acts, specially curated for the audience in The Hague.
International Top Performers: Enjoy award-winning acts from the Netherlands and abroad, including breathtaking aerial acrobatics, spectacular juggling and impressive hand-balancing at the highest level.
Magical Christmas Atmosphere: Colourful sets, atmospheric music and thousands of lights create a warm and enchanting ambiance inside the circus tent.
Humour and Wonder: Funny moments alternate with moving scenes and pure circus artistry, making the show suitable for all ages.
More than Two Hours of Spectacle: The family show offers over two hours of variety, excitement and surprises, with acts performed both on the ground and high above the ring.

Practical Information

Period: Performances take place throughout the Christmas holiday.
Tickets: For up to date show dates, times and ticket sales, visit the official website of the Grand Christmas Circus.

Experience an unforgettable Christmas full of light, magic and spectacle at the Grand Christmas Circus in The Hague.

When

Friday 19 December 2025 – Sunday 4 January 2026.

Where

Malieveld, The Hague

Website

kerstcircusdenhaag.nl

Christmas events near Scheveningen

Take your wishlist and swap Scheveningen for a day out at one of these magical Christmas markets nearby. In addition to an endless array of unique gifts, you can also indulge in all sorts of festive treats. Savour, shop, and browse.

Christmas Market at the Oude Haven in Rotterdam

The annual Christmas Market at the Oude Haven transforms one of the most charming spots in Rotterdam into a wonderfully festive winter setting.

Atmospheric Route Around the Harbour: Stroll past cosy Christmas stalls, sparkling lights and warm fire pits as you make your way between historic ships, the iconic Cube Houses and inviting cafés and restaurants.
Cosy Central Point at the Gelderse Plein: Here you’ll find the main bar, winter treats, fun children’s activities, musical performances, Christmas choirs and even Santa Claus dropping by regularly.

When: Friday 19 – Tuesday 23 December 2025
Free Entry
Where: Gelderse Plein, Rotterdam
Website: derotterdamsekerstmarkt.nl

Nostalgic Christmas Market, Leiden

A charming scene will be set up on the beautiful Hooglandse Kerkgracht where lovely Christmas gifts can be purchased. Of course, the option to enjoy a delicious warm mulled wine or hot chocolate will not be missing.

When:
– Friday 12 – Sunday 14 December 2025
– Thursday 18 – Sunday 21 December 2025
Opening Hours: 12:00–17:00
Free Entry
Where: Hooglandse Kerkgracht, Leiden
Website: www.visitleiden.nl

Ice rink on the Museumplein

When: Saturday 15 November 2025 – Friday 6 February 2026
Where: Museumplein
Website: www.schaatsbaanmuseumplein.nl

Amsterdamse Winterparadijs

The RAI (indoor & outdoor) is once again transformed into the place for your Ultimate Winter Experience in Amsterdam. There's plenty to do both during the day and in the evening. You can skate on both the indoor and outdoor rinks, go cross-country skiing, curling, or if you're not really planning to exert yourself, you can enjoy the après-ski, take a ride on the Ferris wheel, go to the cinema or theatre, or listen to the performances taking place. In short, the Amsterdam Winter Wonderland promises a lot of good things.

When: Saturday 13 December 2025 – Saturday 3 January 2026
Where: RAI, Europaplein 1

Royal Christmas Fair, The Hague

In December, you can soak up the atmosphere, smell, and ultimate Christmas spirit in the Dutch political capital. Come and listen to one of the many storytellers and children's choirs. The Lange Voorhout is filled with cosy stalls offering flammkuchen, wood carvings, and wintry pelts.

When: Thursday 4 – Tuesday 23 December 2025
Where: Lange Voorhout, Den Haag
Website: www.royalchristmasfair.nl

Light Festival Amsterdam

The canals and streets of Amsterdam are transformed into a magical museum of light each year.

Beautiful winter event – The canals and streets of Amsterdam are transformed annually into a magical light museum.
International light art – Admire the large light installations created by artists from various countries.
All around the city centre – Light sculptures are spread throughout the heart of Amsterdam, perfect for a special evening walk.
Unique boat route – Take a special festival boat tour and see all the highlights from the water.

When: Thursday 27 November 2025 – Sunday 18 January 2026
Where: Prins Hendrikkade

Ice Rink in Scheveningen

Every winter, Scheveningen transforms into a magical winter paradise during the Cool Event. Right on the Kurhausplein, a covered ice rink of no less than 600 m² sparkles, with the iconic Kurhaus hotel in the background.

When: Saturday 8 November 2025 – Sunday 8 February 2026
Where: Kurhausplein, Scheveningen
Website: www.cooleventscheveningen.nl

Neem je wishlist mee en verruil Scheveningen voor een dagje uit naar een van deze magische kerstmarkten in de omgeving. Naast een oneindig aanbod aan bijzondere cadeautjes, kun je er ook snoepen van allerlei feestelijke lekkernijen. Smul, shop en snuffel rond.

Location Grand Christmas Circus

marker Malieveld, The Hague

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Contact information organizer Grand Christmas Circus

Groot Kerstcircus
url: kerstcircusdenhaag.nl

Other events in Scheveningen

Vlaggetjesdag (New Herring Day);
Early June
Funfair in The Hague;
Jazz in de gracht;
End August
City-Pier-City Run;
Sunday 15 March 2026
Summer BeachLife Volleyball;
Lifeboat Day;
Early May

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