Brussels Christmas Events & Things to Do 2025
Your complete guide to the best christmas events in Brussels and surrounding areas
Brussels welcomes the holiday season with spectacular Holiday lights and festive events centered on Grand Place and the main district. Plaisirs d'Hiver and Winter Wonders offer Christmas markets, light shows and Santa visits alongside seasonal entertainment in the historic heart of the city. Wander illuminated squares, enjoy winter activities and sample market treats while concerts and family-friendly events bring warm festive cheer to Brussels' streets.
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Christmas Markets
54 eventsReal ice rink and cozy Christmas chalets
Christmas Shows
9 eventsDutch-dubbed Sinterklaas family film adventure
Christmas Parties
8 eventsThemed weekly evenings with live music and DJs
Christmas Lights
7 eventsBrussels' largest winter festival with diverse attractions.
Other Christmas Activities
21 eventsFEI World Cup equestrian events with local talent.
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Plaisirs d'Hiver 2025
Brussels' largest winter festival with diverse attractions.
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De Gentse Winterfeesten
(Gent)
Real ice rink and cozy Christmas chalets
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Plaisirs d'Hiver et Marché de Noël de Bruxelles 2025
Sprawling Christmas market across multiple city squares.
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Jumping Mechelen
(Mechelen)
FEI World Cup equestrian events with local talent.
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Winter in Dendermonde
(Dendermonde)
Ice rink, Christmas market, and curling.
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Winter Wonders and Christmas Market Brussels
Sprawling Christmas market with over 200 chalets and a Grand-Place light show.
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Brussels Christmas FAQ
The biggest annual Christmas event is Winter Wonders, which includes the Brussels Christmas Market, a large ice rink, a sound and light show at Grand Place, and various cultural activities throughout the city center.
In Brussels, children traditionally leave their shoes by the fireplace for St. Nicolas, who is said to travel with a horse. Christmas Eve dinners often feature turkey followed by a chocolate Christmas log dessert, reflecting local festive customs.
The city center around Grand Place, including Rue de la Bourse and Place Sainte-Catherine, offers the most impressive Christmas lights. Nearby neighborhoods also feature charming displays that add to the festive ambiance.
Christmas markets and local artisan vendors are concentrated around Grand Place, Marché aux Poissons, Place de la Monnaie, and Place Sainte-Catherine, all within walking distance in central Brussels.
Enjoying the free light displays and sound shows at Grand Place, strolling through the open-air markets, and visiting neighborhood holiday lights are great budget-friendly ways to experience Brussels during Christmas.
Families can enjoy ice skating at Place De Brouckère, festive rides like the Ferris wheel at Marché aux Poissons, and kid-friendly treats and activities throughout the Winter Wonders markets.