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A relaxed evening at School 7 in Den Helder on 17 December, inspired by the Icelandic Jólabókaflóð tradition. Bring a book and give it to another visitor.

What to expect

Jólabókaflóð is an Icelandic tradition where people give each other a book on Christmas Eve and read together for the rest of the evening.

The evening at School 7 is relaxed, with books, reading pleasure, and gezelligheid central.

  • Bring a book
  • Give it to another visitor
  • Read together during the evening

Questions

When does Jólabókaflóð - Give a book, share a story start and end?

Jólabókaflóð - Give a book, share a story runs Thursday, 17 December 2026, 19:00 until 21:30.

Where is Jólabókaflóð - Give a book, share a story?

Jólabókaflóð - Give a book, share a story takes place at School 7, Keizersgracht 94, Den Helder.

How much are tickets for Jólabókaflóð - Give a book, share a story?

Jólabókaflóð - Give a book, share a story is free to enter.

What is Jólabókaflóð?

An Icelandic tradition where people give each other a book on Christmas Eve and read together for the rest of the evening.

Do I need to bring a book?

Yes.

Bring a book

Give it as a gift to another visitor

What happens during the evening?

It is a relaxed evening at School 7.

Books, reading pleasure, and gezelligheid are central.

You read together.

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Getting there

School 7, Keizersgracht 94, 1781 BB Den Helder, Noord-Holland, NL

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