Maastricht Christmas Market
Open after Christmas
Maastricht Christmas Market 2026
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When is the Maastricht Christmas market in 2026?
Maastricht Christmas Market on Vrijthof ran 29 Nov – 30 Dec 2025 last season. We haven't confirmed the 2026 dates yet; markets usually keep a similar pattern. Entry is free. The first Sunday of Advent in 2026 is 29 Nov 2026.
Magisch Maastricht fills the Vrijthof square with Christmas stalls, an ice rink and a big wheel, a short hop from the cave markets of Valkenburg and from Aachen in Germany.
29 NovOpened (2025)
30 Dec 2025Closed
Dates, location and website
Dates shown are from the 2025–26 season unless 2026 dates are marked — check the official website before you go.
Frequently asked questions
When is the Maastricht Christmas market 2026?
Last season Maastricht Christmas Market ran from 29 Nov 2025 to 30 Dec 2025. Expect similar timing in 2026 — the first Sunday of Advent is 29 Nov 2026 — and confirm the dates on the official website before you book.
Is the Maastricht Christmas market open after Christmas?
Yes — last season it stayed open until 30 Dec 2025.
Is the Maastricht Christmas market free?
Yes, entry is free — you only pay for food, drinks and gifts.