Christmas holidays 2025

Experience the Kunsthal this Christmas holiday! On Monday 22 and 29 December, the Kunsthal will be open extra days. Explore the universe of fashion designer Iris van Herpen, step inside the mind of absurdist artist David Shrigley, and be surprised by everything else the Kunsthal has to offer. There’s plenty to do this holiday season, so come by for a big dose of inspiration and fun. Look&Do Tour David Shrigley (6-12 years)

Every day
In the exhibition David Shrigley: What the Hell Was I Thinking? you’ll find a free Look&Do booklet waiting for you. It’s filled with funny – and sometimes wonderfully weird – activities, just like Shrigley’s art. Draw a panicked dog, invent the most useless award ever, or give your best friend an imaginary tattoo. With the Look&Do booklet, you experience the exhibition your own way. Pick up a copy at the entrance and start your adventure!

Walk-in workshop Iris van Herpen

Sunday 21 – Tuesday 23 December
Sunday 28 – Tueday 30 December
12.00 – 16.00 hrs
Get inspired by the structures and patterns from the exhibition Iris van Herpen: Sculpting the Senses and create your own artwork. In this accessible walk-in workshop, you can jump right in: experiment with shapes, materials, and ideas – completely in the spirit of Van Herpen’s innovative designs. SKVR workshop leaders will be ready to guide you in the KunsthalLAB. Come whenever you like and stay as long as you want. Let your creativity flow and make something truly unique!
For all ages
No registration required

Draw David Shrigley's Life Model

Every day
In the exhibition What the Hell Was I Thinking? one of Shrigley’s Life Models is waiting to be drawn. His models are intentionally oddly proportioned and sometimes move unexpectedly, so no one has to worry about “getting it right.” Just sit down, look, and draw it in your own way. It doesn’t have to be perfect, in fact, it can be wonderfully weird!

Iris van Herpen: Sculpting the Senses

This Christmas holiday, you can also dive into the world of Iris van Herpen. Her spectacular designs – at the intersection of fashion, art, and technology – are a visual feast for all ages. The sculptural shapes, unusual materials, and almost otherworldly creations spark the imagination of both adults and young visitors alike. It’s an inspiring exhibition for anyone who loves to be amazed. Read more here

OVERVIEW ACTIVITIES

Sunday 21 Dec Walk-in workshop Iris van Herpen 12.00 - 16.00 hrs Monday 22 Dec Walk-in workshop Iris van Herpen 12.00 - 16.00 hrs Tuesday 23 Dec Walk-in workshop Iris van Herpen 12.00 - 16.00 hrs Sunday 28 Dec Walk-in workshop Iris van Herpen 12.00 - 16.00 hrs Monday 29 Dec Walk-in workshop Iris van Herpen 12.00 - 16.00 hrs Tuesday 30 Dec Walk-in workshop Iris van Herpen 12.00 - 16.00 hrs Ongoing Look&Do Tour David Shrigley All day Ongoing Drawing David Shrigley's Life Model All day