Last updated: December 01, 2024
Discover the festive atmosphere in Hamme with our complete event guide. This handy guide leads you through all Christmas activities in our municipality, perfect for both residents and visitors from the region.
The Grand Market forms the beating heart of the Christmas celebration, with a traditional Christmas market where local merchants offer their goods. From the center, you can easily walk to the atmospherically lit Church Street, where wintry shop windows and cozy establishments welcome you. The nearby municipalities of Dendermonde and Sint-Niklaas, just 15 minutes away, complement the winter program with their own festivities.
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Light installations along historic locations in Bruges.
The Light Experience Walk during Wintergloed takes you through ten unique light installations inspired by various themes, such as nature, the history of Bruges, and Christmas.
Where: Bruges | More Info: Bruges Winter Glow Light Walk
Synchronization of light and sound on historic market buildings.
The sound and light show at the Grand Place Brussels is a cultural discovery that connects us by presenting music from around the world.
Where: Brussels | More Info: Sound and Light Show Grand Place Brussels
Walk through the forest with sparkling light effects and enchanting projections.
Lanterna Magica RTL Winter Lights offers a unique walk through the forest and along the castle, enveloped in a symphony of music and light. The walk reveals sparkling light effects and enchanting projections in a winter fairy tale full of wonder and mystery.
Where: Brussels | More Info: Lanterna Magica
Light show with animal installations
Pairi Daiza transforms into a glowing winter wonderland with over 70 breathtaking installations, including giant animals. The centuries-old trees, paths, and buildings are adorned with millions of LED lamps and hundreds of lanterns.
Where: Brugelette | More Info: Pairi Daiza Zoo Lights
Christmas animation and local shops
The Kerstmarkt Hamme is a cozy Christmas market in the heart of Hamme, featuring Christmas animation, music, atmosphere, and delicious food and drinks. Looking for a nice Christmas gift? Be sure to visit our local shops and stalls!
Where: Hamme | More Info: Hamme Christmas Market
Personal consultations with experienced numerologists, card readers, astrologers, and mediums.
The Spirituele Beurs Bloom Fair in Sint-Niklaas offers a day filled with demonstrations, workshops, and lectures. Life coaches and experts are present for personal consultations, and you can also enjoy shopping with spiritual trinkets and unique books. There are also good chances to win a special prize, and you can enjoy snacks and drinks at the catering point.
Where: Sint-Niklaas | More Info: Spiritual Bloom Fair Sint-Niklaas
Unique combination of Christmas market and historical location.
Coeur de Neige Mons is a Christmas market in Bergen (Mons) offering a variety of Christmas-related attractions, including market stalls, food, and games.
Where: Mons | More Info: Heart of Snow Mons
Unique combination of traditional and modern activities.
Winterpret 2024 is an extensive event in Brussels featuring one of the world's most beloved Christmas markets and a variety of activities. It offers a unique combination of traditional end-of-year activities and cutting-edge experiences.
Where: Brussels | More Info: Brussels Winter Wonders
Ice skating on the rink and enjoying a Ferris wheel.
The Antwerp Christmas Market is one of the largest in Belgium, located on various squares in the historic city center of Antwerp. You'll find over a hundred market stalls offering festive items, delicious snacks, and drinks, including mulled wine and Belgian waffles.
Where: Antwerp | More Info: Antwerp Christmas Market
Unique beer from 40 meters high with a view over the Christmas market.
The Leuven Christmas Market is an annual event that attracts tens of thousands of visitors to the Mgr. Ladeuze- and H. Hoover Square. Here, you'll find a brasserie 'Rudolf' and a beer from 40 meters high, offering a beautiful view over the Christmas market and the city center. Visitors can also enjoy handmade products and Belgian delicacies.
Where: Leuven | More Info: Leuven Christmas Market
Unique combination of local products and traditional Christmas market activities.
During the Tournai Christmas Market, you can enjoy delicious food, buy fun souvenirs, and enjoy the cozy atmosphere.
Where: Tournai | More Info: Tournai Christmas Market
Taste more than 400 different beers in a comfortable and spacious setting.
Billie's Craft Beer Fest 2024 is a unique event where 56 of the world's best breweries come together in a lively atmosphere. Enjoy an extensive selection of craft beers, from hoppy IPAs to rich stouts. There are also fun activities, delicious food, and live music.
Where: Antwerp | More Info: Billie's Craft Beer Fest 2024
Unique festival featuring a wide range of metal and synth music performances.
LURE FEST is a celebration of all things outside the box. Join us at Het Bos for a day filled with exciting performances by bands such as MIDORAN, FROG CONCERT, DUIVELSGROT, VICTORIAN SPECTER, FLICKERS FROM THE FEN, LAST ACTION and the CRYPT OF THE WIZARD DJ'S.
Where: Antwerp | More Info: Lure Fest
LIVE discussions, music, theater, and good practices.
Ieders Stem Telt hosts the Feest van de democratie at De Singel in Antwerp. It is a day of connection where various groups come together to discuss democracy, listen to music, enjoy theater, and be inspired by good practices to encourage people to vote.
Where: Antwerp | More Info: Everyone's Voice Counts: Festival of Democracy