Hot chocolate with an extra thick dollop of whipped cream, unforgettable theater performances, a cozy movie night, and a city bathed in lights. Go on an adventure in Leeuwarden during the Christmas holidays! Curious about what there is to do during the Christmas break? We have listed the best activities for you.
The best activities
The Oldehove is covered in scaffolding, so why not make something beautiful out of it right away? From 9…
From October 15 to 18, Festival Het Avontuur will take place at De Harmonie for the fifth time. In…
Discover the history of Leeuwarden during October Children's Month
Your parents, teacher, or neighbor probably drink it every day: coffee. But what exactly is coffee?…
Free workshops, scavenger hunt through the exhibition, and costume party in the hall.
During the autumn break, children will do assignments and experiments related to water conservation.
Have you always wanted to climb the famous Leaning Tower of Leeuwarden? Seize the opportunity! The Oldehove is every…
On Tuesday, October 20 and 27, you can visit the Mummy Mysteries exhibition for free.
During the Night of the Night, the lights go out in Leeuwarden and you can view the city from…
Experience music at PasveerKidZ! A free program for children aged 7 to 12. During this super fun…
Do you want to discover how a real detective works? Then join this workshop! Take fingerprints…
Discover, experience, and participate at VONK! At this free market in Leeuwarden, you will find smart ideas for…
December shopping
It is always a good idea to surprise your loved ones with a personal (Christmas) gift. The various shopping areas in the center of Leeuwarden each have their own charms and personalities, so you are guaranteed to find something. Not sure where to start? Don't worry, we have created a gift guide for you! This way, you will find the most beautiful gift for your sweet neighbor, funny grandpa, or best friend in no time.
At Koffie & Krijtjes, it is all about second chances: for children's clothing, toys, and for yourself, with a good…
Discover the unique charm of the 60s, 70s, and 80s at Vintage2youstore.
A ceramics studio in the historic center of Leeuwarden, located in a beautiful old townhouse. Here you will find unique…
Discover Lies Keramiek in the Blokhuispoort: handmade ceramics, art, workshops, and courses to learn it yourself.
Van der Velde Boeken has branches in Sneek, Drachten, Dokkum, Groningen, Harlingen, and Assen.
Taste & Experience is the motto of House of Taste, and that is exactly what we love to do. With our…
At Galerie 81, you can find top vintage design, vintage clothing, and modern art.
At Wielinga Dé Wijnwinkel, we devote a great deal of time and care to our wines. In the largest wine shop of…
Spellekijn is the shop in the north for games, puzzles, and toys.
Nozem & de Non Vintage clothing is a shop where handpicked gems from the '70s, '80s and…
Frank Postma warmly welcomes everyone to share his passion for coffee and tea. You…
Vintage lover? Then you definitely must pay a visit to De Plek Vintage! The shop is filled with fantastic…
Madelief is the go-to shop for quality second-hand women's clothing in Leeuwarden and the surrounding area.
Sissy-Boy is a unique fashion and lifestyle brand with more than 40 stores in the Benelux today.…
As soon as you step into Ny-Na, you feel like you are in another world. A world full of color, cheerfulness, and positivity…
Waanzinnig Leuk! is a unique gift shop in the old prison De Blokhuispoort (Blokhuisplein 40). Shop here for beautiful…
The House Of Vintage is a vintage shop with furniture and small items from before 1980.
NØRD conceptstore is a shop & coffee bar in the historic center of the Frisian capital Leeuwarden. You will find…
Come and visit us and enjoy the delicious Dutch cheese, fresh farmhouse cheese, our own Fryske Tsiis,…
Hot chocolate
Come on a journey of discovery at AquaZoo Leeuwarden, the zoo of the North! Here you come face to face with…
An interactive museum for the whole family!
The Elfstedenhal is the premier ice rink in Leeuwarden. The hall features a 400-meter track, a 30×60 center area, and a…
Brownies&downieS stands for purity. Purity in all its facets. Our employees are sincere, enthusiastic, and pure. But also…
For over 100 years, the Frisian Agricultural Museum has been telling the story of agriculture. In a beautiful monumental…
Leeuwarden Children's Farm is located within walking distance of the city center. Here you can admire all kinds of farm animals: pigs, chickens, guinea pigs, rabbits, pigeons, donkey(s),…
A huge play paradise for young and old, come and experience the day of your life! Will we see you…
In the De Grote Wielen nature reserve, you can experience adventurous activities offered by Copini Buitensport.

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Coughing and sniffling – winter is still here. Fortunately, we have our one and only Doctor Watson in Leeuwarden, who is happy to meddle in your health. In what way? That is for you to discover for yourself. That is, if you can find the speakeasy bar…