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HAARLEM IS GETTING EVEN COSIER THIS WINTER!
From 12 December 2026 to 3 January 2027, the Lichtfabriek becomes a welcoming winter wonderland filled with ice, lights, music and good company. Come ice skating, try curling or disco skating, or meet Santa. Then warm up with a drink in the Wintercafé and enjoy music bingo, a pub quiz or a live performance.
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Disco skating
Soul, disco, funk or a little ABBA: the DJ plays the hits while disco lights turn the ice rink into a spectacular dance floor with a touch of winter magic.
Winter outdoors
Take a seat at one of the cosy outdoor tables in Winterplein and discover delicious bites from our food trucks. Get a taste of winter!
Delicious food trucks
From generously topped flammkuchen and cheese fondue to currywurst, our food trucks serve freshly prepared dishes full of flavour. Great food and winter fun? The perfect combination.
A warm welcome
Our winter crew will give you a warm welcome at the entrance. They are happy to help with information about what’s on, facilities, skate hire and lockers, and share useful tips.
Curling
Learn the basics of curling with guidance. Get an introduction, practise your aim and play your first game in no time! Step onto the ice, aim for the target and discover just how much fun it is.
Your first steps on the ice
Start slowly, find your balance and grow in confidence. Discover the joy of skating at your own pace, with a skating aid if needed, and turn those first steps into a winter memory.
Mulled wine
Warm your hands and lift your spirits with a steaming mug of mulled wine, full of winter spices and festive cheer.
Skating with friends
Meet at the ice rink and give your usual get-together a winter twist. A few laps, plenty of laughter and a catch-up afterwards make the perfect afternoon.
Santa on Ice
Santa is swapping his sleigh for skates! Meet him on the ice and feel free to ask him to join you for a lap.
Curling with your team
The right direction, the right speed and plenty of teamwork: every throw counts in curling. Challenge your friends or colleagues and find out who has the best feel for the ice.
The games corner
Enjoy playing games together this winter. Explore our games cupboard in the Wintercafé.
Hot chocolate
Swap cold hands for a warm mug. Take a hot chocolate break and enjoy a sweet winter treat between activities.
Arcade… Beat Santa
The games are ready for you in our arcade corner. Challenge your friends, beat the high score and find out who will be the winter champion!
Currywurst, bratwurst & käsewurst
From spicy currywurst and classic bratwurst to cheesy käsewurst: three German favourites, fresh from the grill and perfect for a hearty winter appetite.
Flammkuchen & pizza
Take a savoury break with a generously topped pizza or delicious flammkuchen. Tasty, fun and easy to share.
Winter terrace
Get together after skating or start your visit with a relaxed drink. Good food, a drink and a warm winter atmosphere set the scene for a lovely catch-up.
Cheese fondue & raclette
Delicious cheese fondue or raclette, chunks of bread and good company. Take a seat and enjoy a taste of Switzerland!
Wintercafé
Settle at a long communal table or a high standing table in the Wintercafé, order a drink and something tasty, and enjoy the cosy winter atmosphere together.
Christmas stall
Browse our festive Christmas stall for novelty Christmas jumpers, scarves, gloves and more.
Poffertjes & oliebollen
Worked up an appetite with all that winter fun? Treat yourself to poffertjes (mini pancakes) or an oliebol (Dutch doughnut) in Winterplein.
Chips & snacks
Sometimes a portion of chips or a tasty snack is just what you fancy. Make a quick stop, then get back to the winter fun.
Under the lights
As the lights fill the square with colour, there is something to see everywhere. Take a stroll and enjoy the Lichtfabriek’s festive winter decorations.
From outdoors to indoors
Start with the welcoming atmosphere in the square, then step inside our winter wonderland. Mix exploring, tasting and skating to create a visit that suits you.
Winter live music
Music brings extra warmth to our winter wonderland. Let the live sounds draw you in and enjoy a special moment together between activities.
Winter hits & singalongs
Familiar tunes get everyone in the mood. Winter hits make your visit even more festive.
Après-ski
You don’t need to head to the mountains for winter cheer. Enjoy a festive atmosphere, upbeat music and good company after skating.
Novelty Christmas jumper party
The more outrageous the jumper, the better the party! Put on your wildest Christmas jumper and dance to guilty pleasures and Christmas classics. Anything goes, as long as your jumper is wonderfully over the top.
Meet & greet with Santa
Meet Santa at IJSTIJD, take a festive selfie together and enjoy a cheerful moment full of laughter, personal attention and winter magic.
Music bingo
Recognise the hits, tick off the songs and sing along at a cheerful music bingo session for all ages.
Pub quiz
Test your knowledge at our friendly pub quiz, packed with surprising questions, fun facts and healthy competition. Who knows the most and will take home first prize?
Explore your IJSTIJD route
Explore the interactive venue map and discover your new winter wonderland.
Updates
Disco skating to dance classics
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Curling teams with friends or colleagues
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A place filled with lights, music, fun on the ice, après-ski cheer and winter warmth. Explore the 360° tour and get a first taste of the Lichtfabriek’s winter wonderland.
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