Hengelo Other Christmas Activities 2026

Visitors welcome Sinterklaas and his Pieten as they arrive by steamboat before touring through the city center. Entertainment on the Koornmarkt includes stage performances by singing and dancing Pieten. Children can also visit the Huis van Sinterklaas to deliver wish...

Visitors can listen to alternating musical performances from four participating choirs. Stages are set up near the Kersthuis and inside the gallery. The featured ensembles include The Morning-, and Noontime Singers, Jokoenda Enter, What’s New, and Born to Pop.

Participants can choose between walking routes of approximately 5, 10, or 15 kilometers. The trails lead past local sights amidst a winter setting, accompanied by the traditional sounds of midwinter horns playing in the background. Along the way, stops offer...

Sinterklaas and the Pieten sail into the harbour of Enschede to greet waiting children and celebrate. Following the arrival, the procession travels through the city centre streets toward the town hall. The arrival concludes with an official welcome by the...

Visitors experience an atmospheric pre-Christmas gathering in downtown Nordhorn featuring the traditional St. Nicholas procession. Following the parade, attendees can join in the local tradition of Grafschafter Nikolausknobeln.

Children and families can greet Sinterklaas and the Pieten as the Oranjepark transforms into the Pepernotenpark. The park features dance performances, pietengym, carousel rides, crafting, and the chance to spray water with the fire department. Visitors can also enjoy a...

Sinterklaas is welcomed to Epe with a festive parade through the local streets, starting from Wijkvereniging De Burgerenk. The procession travels to the town hall terrace, where the mayor and the chairman of OV Epe officially greet Sint. Visitors can...

St. Nicholas and Knecht Ruprecht ride into the city on horseback, accompanied by an entourage and the music band of the volunteer fire department. Families and children join a lantern parade alongside torchbearers, illuminating the city center on the way...

Sinterklaas and the Pieten arrive by steam train at Station Beekbergen before leading a cheerful procession through the village. The festivities continue at De Boerderij with music, games, and poffertjes. Visitors of all ages can also take part in a...

Children and families can celebrate the arrival of Sinterklaas with an array of activities throughout the shopping center. The festive program features live musical performances by the Sint & Friends Liveband. Kids can also interact with balloon and clown Piets,...

Visitors can walk or cycle a route primarily through the center of Epe to view a wide variety of nativity scenes placed outside participants' homes. The majority of the crèches are made by local residents and are clearly visible from...

Sinterklaas arrives at the Violierenplein in a carriage accompanied by his Pieten and a little train. Visitors can gather at the shopping center to watch the arrival and enjoy festive outdoor entertainment dedicated to the celebration.

Visitors meet Sinterklaas and his Pieten at the station before boarding steam train passenger carriages. The train takes travelers on a scenic return trip between Beekbergen and Eerbeek across the Veluwe. During the journey, the Pieten entertain the passengers and...

Participants embark on walking routes starting from the clubhouse of Apeldoorn Walking Association De Trekvogels, heading through Apeldoorn-Zuid, Westenenkerpark, and into the Orderbos. Walkers pass through hilly pine forests, beech avenues, and small heathlands, with longer routes continuing through open...

Step into a world of wonder at the CAPITOL Weihnachtszauber, a festive variety show in Nordhorn. This enchanting evening combines dazzling magic, thrilling acrobatics, and captivating music, all enhanced by an exquisite Christmas buffet. International artists promise a night of...

Experience the charm of Nordhorn from the water with special winter boat rides. Enjoy a warm cup of mulled wine or punch while gliding along the Vechte River, illuminated by festive lights. These unique tours offer a cozy and memorable...

The 'Sparkasse on Ice' event transforms Bocholt's Neutorplatz into a winter wonderland. From late November 2025 to early February 2026, visitors can enjoy ice skating on a large, illuminated rink. Evening hours offer opportunities for competitive Eisstockschießen (curling), and the...

Experience a magical 'Advents-Singen' (Advent Singing) at Kulturhof Deitmar, featuring the 'Wolters Family's' joyful Christmas concert. They'll fill the air with festive melodies, and with lyrics projected on a big screen, everyone can join in. Enjoy traditional treats like 'Piepkuchen'...