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Christmas holiday in Breda

  • Children
  • Creativity
  • Ice skating
  • Breda Straalt
  • Christmas
  • Theatre
Discover what you can do during the Christmas holiday in Breda: winter events, atmospheric light routes, and cosiness in the city. Plan your visit!

Breda Shines This Winter!

Literally! Because all over the city centre, the festive lights glimmer at you. But also figuratively, as there is a packed schedule filled with pleasant and atmospheric winter events. The ice rink, winter terraces, Christmas concerts, and other activities make Breda shine like never before. Who will you discover the magic of wintery Breda with?


Crafting at Stedelijk Museum Breda

21 December to 5 January

Join in the fun of creating the Christmas village at Stedelijk Museum Breda. In the museum café, there is a craft table where you can unleash your creativity. On the patio, you'll find a winter stall, where they serve delicious hot chocolate and winter tea. Are you in the mood for a classic Christmas film? Stedelijk Museum Breda screens the film The Snowman from 1982 several times a day.

Boschstraat 22, Breda

Film fun during the holiday

21 December to 5 January

Complete your day out with a true Christmas classic or a new family film at the cinema. The cinemas in Breda are open during the Christmas holidays! Whether you are planning a romantic evening, a fun outing with friends, or an afternoon full of fun with the family, the cinemas in Breda have something for everyone.

Light trail and family tour through the Great Church

21 December to 5 January

In the Great Church of Breda, there are many secrets and stories hidden. Discover them this winter through the Light Scavenger Hunt or one of the four treasure hunts. Each age group has a different scavenger or puzzle hunt. 
New are the free interactive tours. One of them is specifically for families.  During another, you will learn about the influence of women on the history of the church's formation. 

Kerkplein 2, Breda

WinterBAAI

21 December to 5 January

At WinterBaai, you can enjoy a board game along with a snack and a drink. If you want to spend the whole day here, it is possible to buy an all-in ticket for the games. This gives you access to all the games at WinterBaai, such as The Rollerclub, Minigolf, and Ping Pong.

BAAI has moved this winter! You can find this cool location at PLAYGRND on Slingerweg 76, Breda.

Ice rinks in Breda

13 December to 5 January

Ice skating enthusiasts won't have to be bored this Christmas holiday! At the Grote Markt in the city centre, in Prinsenbeek, and in Ulvenhout, you can enjoy an ice skating rink. Furthermore, there are many more activities to experience around the ice rinks. Curious about what there is to do? Then read the blog about the ice rinks in Breda here.

Grote Markt, Breda
Markt, Prinsenbeek 
Pekhoevestraat, Ulvenhout 

Photo: Betoverend Breda 2019

Shrek at the Chassé Theatre

27th, 28th and 29th December

The days between Christmas and New Year's don't have to be boring! Shrek the Musical is coming to visit the Chassé Theater. During the weekend between the holidays, Shrek the musical will be performed multiple times. Afterwards, all fans can take a photo with Shrek during the meet & greet.

Claudius Prinsenlaan 8, Breda

Winter Boat Tour

to 1 February

Discover the fairytale-like Breda with the winter boat tour with De Stadsboot. Enjoy the illuminated quays during the cozy winter boat trip. De Stadsboot offers various packages including a Glühwein and snacks boat. De Stadsboot can be hired from eight people.

Harbour, Breda

Reptile House De Aarde

21 December to 5 January

During the Christmas holidays, Reptile House De Aarde opens its doors every day (except on public holidays). During the holidays, children can participate in treasure hunts, colour, and play in the reptile house. A few times a day, there is an animal show where you can even hold a snake.

Aardenhoek 26a, Breda

Indoor play paradises

21 December to 5 January

At Kabonk, they have as much as 200 metres of slides and seven floors to climb and explore. On Boxing Day, they are hosting an extensive Christmas brunch. This consists of three courses with a special drinks menu. For the children, there is a special Christmas craft table and of course the play paradise itself!

Monkeytown is the place for children who want to expend their energy this Christmas holiday. On 31 December, the mascot, named Oehlie, will host a real disco party!



Here you will find more fun locations for indoor activities!