Amsterdam transforms into a winter wonderland this December, offering a wide range of Christmas concerts to get you in the holiday spirit. Whether you’re enjoying the soothing glow of a candlelight concert, singing along to festive carols, or immersing yourself in the magic of Christmas movie soundtracks! Discover the city’s most enchanting holiday music events and make your Christmas celebrations extra special with these unforgettable performances. Happy holidays!
Jazzy Bees Concerts: An Interactive Christmas Concert For Kids!
Celebrate Christmas with a fun, interactive concert for children and families in the heart of De Pijp! The Jazzy Bees concert offers an engaging musical experience where kids can enjoy classic jazz songs, original pieces, and tunes from beloved shows like Disney and Sesame Street. With instruments and props like shakers and scarves, children are free to dance, play, and explore the rhythms and colors of music. This unique concert promotes sensory and motor skills, vocabulary, early literacy, and well-being—while creating joyful holiday memories together!
📍 Where: The Parlour Amsterdam, 23 Cornelis Troostplein, 1072 JJ Amsterdam
📆 Date: Sunday, December 15, 11 AM-11:50 AM
🎟️ Prices: From 7€
Celebrate Christmas with Berget Lewis and Friends
Step into a magical Christmas evening filled with soul-stirring music as Berget Lewis graces the stage with her captivating voice. Joined by special guests, including Trijntje Oosterhuis, Edsilia Rombley, Candy Dulfer, Ben Saunders, and the renowned ZO! Gospel Choir, Berget takes you on a journey through the most beloved gospels and timeless Christmas classics, both old and new. This heartwarming concert brings the spirit of Christmas to life, reaching deep into the soul with every note. She will be joined by the New Amsterdam Orchestra, under the baton of pianist Stephan Geusebroek, promising an unforgettable holiday experience.
📍 Where: Concertgebouwplein 10, 1071 LN Amsterdam (Main Hall)
📆 Date: Monday, December 16, 8:15 PM–10:00 PM
🎟️ Prices: From 29€
Candlelight: Christmas Classics
Embrace the holiday spirit with a magical Candlelight Christmas concert in a stunning setting! Surrounded by the warm glow of flickering candles, you will enjoy soulful renditions of festive favorites like Santa Tell Me, Last Christmas, and All I Want for Christmas Is You. Don’t miss this one-of-a-kind holiday experience in Amsterdam! You can get your tickets here.
📍Where: Royal Theatre Tuschinski, Reguliersbreestraat 26-34, Amsterdam, 1017 CN
📆 Date: Thursday, December 19, 7 PM
🎟️ Prices: From 38,50€
Candlelight: Christmas Movie Soundtracks
Step into a magical holiday evening with a Candlelight concert featuring iconic Christmas movie soundtracks, set against a sea of flickering candles. Enjoy enchanting renditions of beloved classics like Let it Snow, The Christmas Song, Sleigh Ride, and White Christmas, as well as modern favorites like Let It Go from Frozen and The Maestro by Hans Zimmer. It’s the perfect way to relive the spirit of Christmas movies through music, alongside loved ones in a beautiful, candle-lit setting. This unforgettable concert in Amsterdam promises a cozy December night filled with nostalgia and holiday cheer! You can get your tickets here.
📍 Where: Royal Theatre Tuschinski, Reguliersbreestraat 26-34, Amsterdam, 1017 CN
📆 Date: Thursday, December 19, 9:30 PM
🎟️ Prices: From 31,50€
A Festive Christmas Concert with Photonen Vocaal Ensemble
Join Photonen Vocaal Ensemble for a magical Christmas concert featuring both beloved and rare holiday pieces! From Kodály’s Veni, veni Emmanuel and Bach’s Christmas Oratorio to modern harmonies like Britten’s Hymn to the Virgin, enjoy a mix of reflective and joyful songs. The choir also performs carols from around the world, including Dutch, French, and Scandinavian favorites. Led by conductor Jeroen Spitteler, this concert invites you to discover holiday gems—and sing along with traditional carols!
📍 Where: Oud-Katholieke Kerk, Ruysdaelstraat 39, 1071 XA Amsterdam
📆 Date: Sunday, December 22, 3:15 PM-5 PM
🎟️ Prices: From 18€ (for adults) and 10€ (for children up to 12)
Children’s Concert: Jingle Bells! (6+, Dutch spoken)
Celebrate the most wonderful time of the year with joyful Christmas concerts for the whole family! This lively event combines modern holiday tunes with traditional carols, perfect for singing along and getting into the holiday spirit. What does a house sound like? Or a spinning wheel? How does love sound—or the feeling of being on cloud nine? The Concertgebouw’s Children’s Concerts invite kids aged 4 to 12 on a magical musical adventure, where they’ll explore instruments, melodies, and the world of music. With enchanting music and engaging stories, children are encouraged to listen, observe, sing, and join in, discovering beautiful sounds and masterpieces from across time and cultures in a playful way. Please note: narration for these concerts is in Dutch.
📍 Where: Concertgebouwplein 10, 1071 LN Amsterdam (Recital Hall)
📆 Date: Monday, December 23, 1:30 PM–2:30 PM
🎟️ Prices: From 19€
Christmas Eve Service
For over 50 years, the cherished Christmas Eve service at The Concertgebouw has welcomed guests of all ages into the story of Christmas. Guided by conductor Benjamin Bakker and an array of talented musicians, the evening features a selection of Christmas concerts and carols that range from beloved classics to delightful new discoveries. “Music takes you into the heart of the Christmas story, both soothing and celebratory.”
📍 Where: Concertgebouwplein 10, 1071 LN Amsterdam (Main Hall)
📆 Date: Tuesday, December 24, 8:00 PM–9:45 PM
🎟️ Prices: From 7,50€