Last updated: 11 November 2024
Discover the festive highlights in Anderlecht! This guide leads you through all winter events and activities our municipality has to offer during the Christmas period. For both residents and visitors, this guide provides a complete tour through the festive atmosphere.
The historic center of Anderlecht forms the heart of winter festivities, with the Place de la Vaillance as the central meeting point. The traditional Christmas market extends along the Wayez Street, where local vendors offer their goods in atmospherically lit stalls. Near the Saint-Guidon square, you'll find winter terraces and an ice rink, while the Saint-Guidon Church provides an impressive backdrop for evening light projections.
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Anderlecht Holiday Light Displays
Brussels Ferris Wheel
- What to Expect
- Unique view of Brussels from 55 meters high.
- Description
- The Brussels Ferris Wheel offers a spectacular view of the festive city center of Brussels from 55 meters high.
- Where
- Brussels | More Info : Brussels Ferris Wheel
Anderlecht Holiday Markets and Shopping
Ghent Christmas Market
- What to Expect
- Largest mobile roller skating rink in the country
- Description
- The Gentse Winterfeesten offer a cozy winter atmosphere with cozy chalets, a Ferris wheel, food and drink stalls, festive decorations, and animation. There are numerous food stalls and animation, as well as the best gifts under the Christmas tree.
- Where
- Ghent | More Info : Ghent Christmas Market
Leuven Christmas Market
- What to Expect
- Unique handmade products from local artisans.
- Description
- The Leuven Christmas Market is an annual event in the heart of Leuven, attracting tens of thousands of visitors each year to discover the many artisans and their handmade products. The market offers a wide range of Christmas-related items, from handmade jewelry to delicious treats.
- Where
- Leuven | More Info : Leuven Christmas Market
Heart of Snow Christmas Market
- What to Expect
- Children can meet Father and Mother Christmas every Wednesday afternoon.
- Description
- The Coeur en Neige is a Christmas market in Bergen (Mons) featuring a wide range of activities, including a craft market, stalls with flavors from around the world, a magic kiosk where you can meet Father and Mother Christmas, and a nativity scene.
- Where
- Mons | More Info : Heart of Snow Christmas Market
Brussels Ice Rink
- What to Expect
- Unique because there is a separate area for children.
- Description
- The Brussels Ice Rink is an ice rink in the center of Brussels where you can skate until January 7. There is a separate area for children, and you can rent skates.
- Where
- Brussels | More Info : Brussels Ice Rink
Leuven Christmas Carousel
- What to Expect
- Unique view from a 20-meter-high Christmas tower.
- Description
- The Leuven Christmas Market offers a comprehensive program featuring a 20-meter-high Christmas tower, an expanded Santa's House, a rotating Christmas carousel, and a special Christmas merry-go-round. Visitors can enjoy a unique view of the Christmas market from the various platforms in the Christmas tower.
- Where
- Leuven | More Info : Leuven Christmas Carousel