Celebrate Santa Lucia and Swedish Traditions Across the Netherlands

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Experience the beauty of Swedish traditions and the festive spirit of Santa Lucia with events taking place across the Netherlands this December:

December 7–8: Swedish Christmas Market, Groningen
Explore the charm of Swedish culture at the Christmas Market in Groningen, featuring unique gifts, traditional treats, and crafts. For details, visit zweedsekerstmarkt.nl.

December 12: Lighting of the Swedish Christmas Tree, The Hague
Join the annual tree-lighting ceremony at Lange Voorhout, The Hague, at 18:00, followed by a Lucia choir performance at approximately 18:30.

December 15: Fire Making Workshop and Swedish Traditions, Amsterdam
Take part in a fire-making workshop while exploring Swedish traditions.
Time: 13:30–16:30
Location: Amsterdam
For tickets, visit Eventbrite.

December 15: Lucia Concert with Svenska Högtidskören, Amsterdam
Enjoy a captivating Lucia concert in the historic De Krijtberg church in Amsterdam.
Time: 19:00 (concert duration approximately 1 hour)
Location: De Krijtberg, Amsterdam
For more information, visit Svenska Högtidskören.

Celebrate the season with warmth and tradition at these special events.

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