The holidays in Amstelveen

Enjoy the holidays in Amstelveen with these events and activities. Venues like Schouwburg Amstelveen, P60 and of course the Amstelveen Poppentheater provide wonderful shows for young and old. Work through your gift list in Amstelveen's shopping areas. In the Stadshart, in addition to well-known brands, you will also find unique pop-up shops set up especially for the holiday season. Outside the center, you can find unique gifts in the various vintage stores and shopping malls. Of course, we also give tips for eating out at one of the cozy restaurants scattered around town.

Combine a day of shopping with fun on the ice? Of course you can at the Winter Village

P60's alternative Christmas playlist

We asked P60 to share their favorite Christmas gems with us. From indie pop to christmas metal.

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Winter Village

For four weeks, the Stadsplein in Stadshart Amstelveen will be transformed into a winter wonderland with, of course, the famous ice skating rink. In addition, there are daily fun activities such as disco skating (Friday evening), and skating lessons (Saturday and Christmas vacations).

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At these stores you' ll always succeed for Christmas gifts for all ages.

It's all about Christmas
It's all about Christmas

This pop-up store provides the ultimate Christmas experience in the middle of the city center. A walhalla of Christmas accessories.
Venstra Cadeaus
Venstra Cadeaus

A special pop-up store for the cutest gifts, from cookbooks and novels to dinnerware, socks and Miffy items. Stop by to browse.
The WineKitchen at Home
The WineKitchen at Home

Fresh breads, delicious wines, cheeses, delicacies and more.

Searching for a vintage gift or coming to shop stylishly. Shopping in Amstelveen is a feast in itself.

Check out the shops of Amstelveen

Young Dikkert's special Christmas menu
Young Dikkert's special Christmas menu

De Jonge Dikkert is one of the most atmospheric locations to enjoy your Christmas meal . Chef Marcel Bonda has combined all his creativity and love for pure ingredients into an exquisite culinary Christmas menu
Kerst À La Kronenburg
Kerst À La Kronenburg

Restaurant Kronenburg will be transformed into a modern, atmospheric Christmas experience. Come enjoy an extra special Christmas menu paired with a special selection of wines.
anniversary beer from Naeckte Brouwers
anniversary beer from Naeckte Brouwers

This hearty Imperial Stout from Naeckte Brouwers will easily get you through the cold winter. Exclusive to the anniversary box are the beers aged for eight months in Whisky, Bourbon and Mezcal barrels.

Whether you are going for a brisk walk in the Amsterdamse Bos, want to discover the tranquility of the Middelpolder or walk a historic route through the Old Village of Amstelveen. Afterwards, you'll probably like a hot drink with something sweet.

La Gare in het Oude Dorp
La Gare in het Oude Dorp

At La Gare they serve the best coffee, freshly made sandwiches and homemade sweets. Perfect if you want to discover Amstelveen's Old Village on foot.
SUBZERO°S in Kostverlorenhof
SUBZERO°S in Kostverlorenhof

When it is below zero outside and you have just finished a long walk through the Middelpolder, you could probably use a pick-me-up. Warm yourself up with freshly roasted fair trade coffee beans from Colombia, extra delicious in combination with cakes from their own kitchen.
Bosburger in Amsterdamse Bos
Bosburger in Amsterdamse Bos

In the middle of the Amsterdam forest you will find the Bosburger. Here they have delicious coffee to go and you can start directly on one of the many hiking trails of the Amsterdam Forest.