While they may not resemble the traditional Easter markets of Vienna and are not exclusively themed around Easter, these Easter markets in the Netherlands are a fun way to spend the long holiday weekend. We compiled a list of the best markets from all over the country happening between 29 March and 1 April.
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Easter Weekend Markets
The Hague
Home Made Easter Market – Lange Voorhout
- What: Lifestyle market with handmade products and antiques. You can expect a wide range of goods from food, fashion, art, interior design, jewellery and accessories, to vinyls and vintage products. There is also live music and a 100-year-old carousel.
- When: 29 March – April 1 2024
- What time: 10am – 5pm every day
- Entrance fee: free
- Where: Lange Voorhout, The Hague
- More info here
Easter Market & Braderie – Lange Vijverberg
- What: Lifestyle market with art, antiques, bric-à-brac, food, fashion, art, interior design, jewellery, accessories and more.
- When: 29 March – April 1 2024
- What time: 10am – 5pm every day
- Entrance fee: free
- Where: Lange Vijverberg, The Hague
- More info here
Middelburg
Middelburg Easter Fair
- What: The Middelburg Easter Fair is an antique market and brocante with antiques, bric-à-brac, art, books and more held in the beautiful historic centre of Middelburg in Zeeland.
- When: 30 March – 1 April 2024
- What time: 11am – 5pm
- Entrance fee: free
- Where: Markt, Middelburg
- More info here
Easter Sunday Markets
Amsterdam
Sunday Market Rokin
- What: The Rokin market is one of the four popular Sunday markets of Amsterdam organised on the last Sunday of every month that happens to be Easter Sunday this year. Shop from independent designers, artists, creators and curators or get a tasty snack from one of the food trucks.
- When: Sunday, 31 March 2024
- What time: 12pm – 6pm
- Entrance fee: free
- Where: Oude Turfmarkt, Amsterdam
- More info here
Groningen
Suikermarkt Vintage Festivalmarkt
- What: A fun market with a selection of vintage, retro, and secondhand products, curiosities, and handmade items. There will be live music, face painting for kids, and cool food trucks.
- When: Sunday, 31 March 2024
- What time: 11am – 5pm
- Entrance fee: €4
- Where: EM2 Venue, Suikerlaan 6, 9743 DA Groningen
- More info here
Orvelte (DR)
Paasmarkt Orvelte (Easter Market)
- What: Over the years, the Easter market has become a tradition in Orvelte, a historical village in the heart of Drenthe. The vendors offer a selection of handmade products, accessories, jewellery, snacks, home goods, bath products, and more.
- When: Sunday, 31 March 2024
- What time: 10am – 5pm
- Entrance fee: free
- Where: Brink, Orvelte
- More info here
Rotterdam
Waluw Vintage Market
- What: The Waluw Vintage Market features a wide array of vintage items, including clothing, furniture, decor, and accessories from various eras. The market emphasises sustainability, creativity, and contemporary appeal. It attracts both sellers and buyers interested in unique, high-quality vintage goods.
- When: Sunday, 31 March 2024
- What time: 11am – 5pm
- Entrance fee: €4.50 / €5.50
- Where: de Doelen concert hall, Schouwburgplein 50, Rotterdam
- More info here
Valkenburg (LI)
Paasmarkt Valkenburg – Braderie
- What: Home to the famous Christmas market, Valkenburg aan de Geul also hosts a yearly Easter braderie. In addition to spring accessories, you’ll find clothing, souvenirs, entertainment, and freshly baked fish, which is a must-try in the town on the Geul river.
- When: Sunday, 31 March 2024
- What time: 11am – 5pm
- Entrance fee: free
- Where: Town centre, Valkenburg
- More info here
Vlissingen (ZE)
Paasmarkt Vlissingen (Easter Market)
- What: On Easter Sunday over 150 stalls take over the boulevard of Vlissingen, the longest sea boulevard in the Netherlands. It’s the perfect place to leisurely stroll along the water and browse the selection of clothes, jewellery, leather goods, phone accessories, traditional Dutch market snacks and more.
- When: Sunday, 31 March 2024
- What time: 10am – 5pm
- Entrance fee: free
- Where: Boulevard, Vlissingen
- More info here
Easter Monday Markets
Amsterdam
Paasmarkt Noordermarkt (Easter Market)
- What: The Saturday and Monday markets on the Noordermarkt are an institution in Amsterdam with a loyal customer base. The market is also open on Easter Monday with brocante, new and vintage fashion, jewellery, delicious food and drinks and more!
- When: Monday, 1 April 2024
- What time: 9am – 2pm
- Entrance fee: free
- Where: Noordermarkt, Amsterdam
- More info here
Born (LI)
Paasmarkt Born (Easter market)
- What: On Easter Monday, the centre of Born, a village in the Dutch province of Limburg, transforms into a gezellige Easter market. More than 200 merchants set up their stalls selling clothing, jewellery, antiques, bric-à-brac, books, toys and more. After strolling around, you can enjoy a variety of delicious food options at the spring market.
- When: 1 April 2024
- What time: 9am – 5pm
- Entrance fee: free
- Where: Town centre, Born
- More info here
Drachten (FR)
Paasmarkt Drachten (Easter market)
- What: A traditional Dutch market held once a year on Easter Monday in the centre of Drachten, Friesland. There’s also a kermis in town, so you can make a fun day out of it with the whole family!
- When: 1 April 2024
- What time: 9am – 4pm
- Entrance fee: free
- Where: Markt, Drachten
- More info here
Groningen (GR)
Zeldzaam Mooi Market
- What: A market with unique products made by local and regional artists, designers and creative makers. All products are handmade, self-designed, or locally produced in small batches. Artisanal and organic foods and drinks are also available throughout the day.
- When: 1 April 2024
- What time: 11am – 5pm
- Entrance fee: free
- Where: Vismarkt, Groningen
- More info here
Kampen (OV)
Annual Market “De Heugte” in Kampen
- What: The traditional annual market “De Heugte” offers a delightful outing for both young and old! The market’s history dates back to the 14th century. Stretching over a kilometre, you’ll discover an array of stalls offering everything from the famous rotisserie chicken to shoes, clothes, bags, and flowers. And for the kids, there are plenty of exciting activities to enjoy, including the ever-popular large claw machine.
- When: 1 April 2024
- What time: 8am – 5pm
- Entrance fee: free
- Where: Noordweg, Kampen
- More info here
Leeuwarden (FR)
Supervlooi
- What: Supervlooi is the largest indoor flea market in Northern Netherlands. You’ll find everything from bric-à-brac, books, toys, clothes to antiques, furniture, home goods, and a lot more. The Stoffen Spektakel (fabric market) is held on the same day at the same location. At this event, you’ll find a wide range of fabrics, including women’s, children’s, and lining fabrics, haute couture, bridal, curtain, upholstery, decorative, real or faux leather, faux fur, tablecloths and more. Additionally, you’ll find all the necessary supplies and haberdashery for sewing.
- When: 1 April 2024
- What time: 9:30am – 4:30pm
- Entrance fee: €3,50 (Stoffen Spektakel is free)
- Where: WTC Expo, Fryslânplein, Leeuwarden
- More info here
Liempde (NB)
Boeremèrt in Liempde, Noord Brabant
- What: On Easter Monday, the village centre of Liempde in the municipality Boxtel transforms into the Brabantse Boeremèrt (Brabant Farmer’s Market). Stalls are filled with delicacies like “worstenbrood” (sausage rolls) and “ spekstruif” (bacon pudding). Market traders wear traditional attire and enthusiastically sell their goods with hand gestures. You can witness old crafts coming to life, with clog makers demonstrating their skills, troubadours serenading the crowd, and the carousel spinning joyfully. If you’re looking to experience authentic Dutch folk traditions, this market is a must-visit!
- When: 1 April 2024
- What time: 10am – 5pm
- Entrance fee: €5
- Where: Centre, Liempde
- More info here
Nijmegen (GE)
Paasmarkt Nijmegen (Easter Market)
- What: The market in the centre of Nijmegen, the oldest city of the Netherlands, is held on Easter Monday. You’ll find all kinds of products and art sold at this market.
- When: 1 April 2024
- What time: 11am – 5pm
- Entrance fee: free
- Where: City centre, Nijmegen
- More info here
Oudemirdum (FR)
Voorjaarsmarkt Oudemirdum, Friesland (Oudemirdum Spring Market)
- What: The Spring Market in Oudemirdum, Friesland has over 90 vendors, workshops, and children’s activities, featuring a delightful mix of local products and delicious treats in the picturesque setting of the Brink square.
- When: 1 April 2024
- What time: 11am – 6pm
- Entrance fee: free
- Where: De Brink 4, Oudemirdum
- More info here
Panningen (LI)
Paasmarkt Panningen, Limburg (Easter market)
- What: The Easter market in Panningen is an annual event that takes place on Easter Monday. With over 400 market stalls the market attracts a large number of visitors (over 30,000) from the municipality and beyond. From clothing and accessories to local specialties and household items, there’s plenty to discover for every bargain hunter. There are various stalls offering delicious local treats, music and fun Easter activities for children.
- When: 1 April 2024
- What time: 9am – 4pm
- Entrance fee: free
- Where: centre, Panningen
- More info here
Rolde (DR)
Paasmarkt Rolde, Drenthe (Easter market)
- What: The Easter market in the town centre of Rolde is held on Easter Monday. There are food trucks, a kermis, a goods market, and a flea market section.
- When: 1 April 2024
- What time: 10am – 5pm
- Entrance fee: free
- Where: Grolloerstraat, Rolde
- More info here
Rotterdam
Swan Market
- What: Lifestyle market with independent creators including handmade jewellery, fashion, bags, home goods, prints, kids and baby products and more.
- When: Monday, 1 April 2024
- What time: 11am – 5:30pm
- Entrance fee: €3
- Where: Parklaan, Rotterdam
- More info here
Slochteren (GR)
Garden & Lifestyle Fair Fraeylemaborg
- What: The annual Garden and Lifestyle Fair at the Fraeylemaborg Estate, organised by Groei & Bloei Midden Groningen, is a market featuring plant and flower offerings, garden-related items, lifestyle products, activities for all ages, and exhibitions in a picturesque setting on Easter Monday.
- When: 1 April 2024
- What time: 11am – 5pm
- Entrance fee: €6.50 / €7.50
- Where: Landgoed Fraeylemaborg, Hoofdweg 30, Slochteren
- More info here
Tilburg
Vlo-markt flea market
- What: A flea market at the Willem II stadium in Tilburg with over 300 stalls.
- When: 1 April 2024
- What time: 10am – 5pm
- Entrance fee: €3
- Where: Koning Willem II Stadion, Goirleseweg 34, Tilburg
- More info here
Winschoten (GR)
Winschoter Paas Event (Winschoten Easter Event)
- What: The Winschoten Easter Event features a variety of activities, including a braderie, flea market, truck run, motor races,live music and more in Winschoten, a city in the Groningen province.
- When: 1 April 2024
- What time: 10am – 5pm
- Entrance fee: free
- Where: Havenkade, Winschoten
- More info here
