About
The Swedish Christmas tree on Lange Voorhout in The Hague is lit on 9 December 2026 at 18:00, followed by a performance by the Lucia choir of Lund University.
What to expect
Escher in the Palace and the Swedish embassy in The Hague invite you to the traditional lighting of the Swedish Christmas tree on Lange Voorhout, in front of the door.
The lights are lit by mayor Jan van Zanen, Theo Heere of Buurtschap centrum 2005 and Swedish Ambassador Julius Liljeström.
- Glühwein or warm chocolate milk
- Lucia choir of Lund University performs
- Lights go on at 18:00
Questions
When does Kerstboomceremonie start and end?
Kerstboomceremonie runs Wednesday, 9 December 2026, 18:00 until 19:00.
Where is Kerstboomceremonie?
Kerstboomceremonie takes place at Escher in the Palace, Lange Voorhout 74, Den Haag.
Are drinks available?
The organizer mentions a glass of glühwein or warm chocolate milk. No prices are stated.
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Getting there
Escher in the Palace, Lange Voorhout 74, 2514 EH Den Haag, Zuid-Holland, NL
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