Utrecht, 11 December 2025 - This Christmas holiday, Jaarbeurs will be the place where magic and cosiness come together. From 18 December 2025 to 4 January 2026, you will experience a vibrant Winter World full of lights, shows and surprises in Utrecht. From Disney On Ice presents Into the Magic and the Van Gogh Experience to Moulin Rouge! The Musical, Bubble Planet and Europe's largest indoor pickleball court. Here you will find a Christmas holiday that connects, warms and amazes.
One roof, endless experience
"It is incredible to see how many activities we are bringing together under one roof this Christmas holiday," says Herman Mantel, CCO of Royal Jaarbeurs. "From immersive entertainment to sports pop-ups, we are creating a place where people come together to enjoy, discover and make memories."
Anyone visiting Jaarbeurs s Winter World this Christmas holiday will experience the magic immediately. Families will be enchanted by the magic of Disney On Ice presents Into the Magic, art lovers will lose themselves in the world of Van Gogh (Exhibition Hub & Fever), big dreamers will find their place in the colourful fantasy of Bubble Planet (Exhibition Hub & Fever) and film lovers will enjoy heartwarming Christmas classics at cinema Kinepolis Jaarbeurs Utrecht. The Beatrix Theatre buzzes with the energy of Moulin Rouge! The Musical, while sports fans will be introduced to the world's fastest-growing racket sport: pickleball, with a unique indoor venue in Jaarbeurs. Meanwhile, the Utrecht Winter Spectacle transforms our halls into a sparkling winter wonderland where young and old come together.
From fairy tales to sports: magic for young and old
Partners share the same enthusiasm. Matteo Tagliabue, Marketing Director of producer Feld Entertainment, is delighted that the new show Disney On Ice presents Into the Magic will give families unforgettable memories again this year. Michelle Laukat of Fever, organiser of Bubble Planet and Van Gogh: the immersive Experience stressed, "Our dream world perfectly matches the festive atmosphere of Winter World." Stage Entertainment is also proud: "Moulin Rouge! The Musical remains a sensation and makes this winter extra special." Kassandra Dommisse of cinema Kinepolis Jaarbeurs Utrecht added: "Christmas and film belong together. We provide the ultimate winter movie experience." And according to Huub van de Vecht, organiser of the Utrecht Winter Spectacle, Jaarbeurs will be "a place full of light, music and fun." For sports fans, Jeroen Winters, organiser of Skechers X-mas Pickleball, says: "Pickleball is conquering Europe and now Utrecht too! With 16 lanes and fun games, we offer a unique experience to experience this sport."
More information
Jaarbeurs 's Winter World offers a multi-faceted programme where experience is key: one location with countless opportunities to enjoy together.
Full details can be found at: https: jaarbeurs
Dates: 18 December 2025 - 4 January 2026
Location: Royal Jaarbeurs, Utrecht
