Magical Maastricht 2017 - 2018

Maastricht shimmers and shines - 1 December 2017 to 1 January 2018

From 1 December 2017 to 1 January 2018, Magical Maastricht illuminates the city with an abundance of festive lights. Beautiful garlands will stretch from street to street, there will be winter fun on the city's squares, and Christmas music will be heard on almost every corner.

The historic centre will shine and sparkle like never before. Let Magical Maastricht work its magic on you! From 1 December 2017 to 1 January 2018. Discover what Maastricht has to offer during the festive season!

Vrijthof square

Events calendar

Christmas market

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Magical Maastricht 2017 2018

Magical Maastricht on Vrijthof square

The Vrijthof square will be filled with all kinds of wonderful things from all over the world. Get active with some skating on the ice rink! Marvel at the magnificent scene from the top of the Ferris wheel. Browse the Christmas market for original gifts and taste, smell, and experience that magical Christmas feeling. Santa's Grotto will provide fun for all ages from 8 December. The Vrijthof square will be a delightful and unique location this year. Cosier, more authentic, and full of wonder. You will just have one more thing to wish for: another day like this together!

Visit the Vrijthof square

 

 

Magical Culture Festival - 16 to 30 Ddecember 2017

During the Magic Culture Festival, you will be able to enjoy 90 different theatrical, dance, and musical performances at various cultural hotspots in Maastricht. The programme is filled with activities from companies all over the Euregio. It’s sure to be a magical winter in Maastricht! (NB: The exact dates have not yet been set!)

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Christmas in the region

Christmas market

The Vrijthof

Magical Culture Festival