Gouda by Candlelight

Yearly, starting from Dec 11, 2026, forever.

Start time: 11:00 - End time: 21:00

On Friday, December 11, Gouda's historic city center will be the setting for the 71st Gouda by Candlelight.

The renovation of our beautiful city hall will still be in full swing during this edition. What this means exactly for our event is not yet clear. But our team has already come up with several scenarios to accommodate this.

So, in addition to the full-day program for young and old and something for everyone, the highlight of our event this year will again be the ceremony at the tree at 7 p.m. Keep an eye on this page for more information.

Next editions:
December 10, 2027
December 15, 2028

Photo: Astrid den Haan & Lima Photography