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WNTR Brasschaat

Visitors can experience a magical winter village featuring an ice skating rink of more than 600 square meters and numerous carnival attractions under twinkling lights. Cozy chalets hosted by local businesses serve winter dishes and drinks like hot chocolate, glühwein, and jenever. The grounds also host fringe entertainment and performances by local artists.

What to Expect

Winter village with an ice rink, fairground rides, and food chalets.

Event Details

Ages

All ages

Organizer

WNTR Brasschaat

Food & Drink

Local chalets serve winter dishes and seasonal drinks including hot chocolate, glühwein and jenever.

Local Insight & Ratings

Family Friendly

🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 (5/5)

Best For

Families and winter-fun seekers

Vibe

Festive and cozy

Energy Level

Moderate

Budget

Free

Photo Friendly

High

Weather Sensitivity

Moderate

Location

Hemelweide
Hemelakkers 1-11, 2930 Brasschaat
Brasschaat
2930

Know Before You Go

  • Tickets: Free entry. The skating rink and fairground attractions are paid.
  • Parking: Parking is available in several places in the surrounding area.
  • Accessibility: The event works to be as accessible as possible for disabled visitors, though not all attractions are suitable.
  • Pets: Dogs are welcome, must be leashed, and are not allowed on attractions except assistance dogs.

Tips & Advice

  • Book skating tickets online in good time if you want to be sure of a spot on the rink, and show the PDF on your phone.
  • Wear thick socks, gloves, a hat and a scarf for skating, because the event is outdoors even though much of it is covered.
  • Allow extra time to get in, since bag searches and security checks at the entrance can cause delays.
  • Leave your own alcohol at home, because it isn't allowed on site and drinks bought there must be finished before you leave.
  • Walk the five minutes from the bus stops on the Bredabaan or Miksebaan if you are coming by public transport.

Special Events & Promotions

  • December 6 (shopping Sunday): Het Winterpaardje on the Armand Reusensplein.
  • December 13 (shopping Sunday): Santa on stilts on the Armand Reusensplein.
  • December 20 (shopping Sunday): Winterkoning 2.0 on the Armand Reusensplein.
  • December 27 (shopping Sunday): Winterfiets met Winterfiguur on the Armand Reusensplein.
  • Say hello to the shopping-Sunday acts and you might get a treat and a free skating ticket for WNTR.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need to book the skating rink or rides in advance?

The fairground rides need no booking and are paid on site. Skating needs a ticket, so order online in good time to be sure of a place. You can show the PDF ticket on your phone at the rink entrance.

What is there to eat and drink?

Chalets run by local businesses serve winter dishes and drinks, including hot chocolate, glühwein and jenever.

Are there rules about alcohol?

Alcohol is served only to visitors over 16, and staff may ask for ID. You can't bring your own, and drinks bought on site must be finished or thrown away before you leave.

What happens in very wintry weather?

The site is outdoors but largely covered, with several sheltered, heated spots across the grounds. Some attractions may close if the weather makes them unsafe.

Are there baby changing facilities?

Yes, there are baby changing spots on site.

Tags

Christmas marketholiday marketice skatingfamily friendlyfestive foodseasonal activitiescommunity celebrationwinter activitieslive entertainmentconcerts

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Last Updated: Oct 20, 2026
Original Submitter: Sep 17, 2025 The Christmas Events Near Me editorial team