Last updated: 11 November 2024
Discover the festive atmosphere in Sint-Niklaas with our complete event guide. We'll guide you through all the winter activities and festivities our city has to offer, perfect for both experienced city visitors and newcomers.
The Grote Markt forms the beating heart of winter fun, with an atmospheric Christmas village and traditional Christmas market. From here, you can easily walk to the historic Stationsstraat with its festive lighting and winter window displays. The Station Square and surrounding streets offer a varied selection of winter activities, while the Hendrik Heymanplein stands out with its ice rink and winter terrace.
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Sint-Niklaas Holiday Light Displays
(Un)Holy Light Experience
- What to Expect
- Intriguing light art installations at unusual locations.
- Description
- (Un)Holy Light features six intriguing light art installations at five well-known and lesser-known locations in Leuven. From Saturday, December 9, to Sunday, December 17, you can visit the Sint-Jacobskerk, the KADOC chapel, the inner courtyard of bib Tweebronnen, and the Mechelsestraat between 5 PM and 9 PM. The former Domo building also hosts two installations.
- Where
- Leuven | More Info : (Un)Holy Light Experience
Sint-Niklaas Holiday Markets and Shopping
Ghent Christmas Market
- What to Expect
- Largest mobile roller skating rink in the country.
- Description
- The Gentse Winterfeesten is a festive winter event featuring cozy chalets, a Ferris wheel, numerous food and drink stalls, festive decorations, and entertainment. There are many food stalls and activities, as well as the best gifts under the Christmas tree.
- Where
- Ghent | More Info : Ghent Christmas Market
Leuven Christmas Market
- What to Expect
- Unique beer at 40 meters high with a view of the Christmas market.
- Description
- The Leuven Christmas Market is an annual event in the heart of Leuven, attracting tens of thousands of visitors each year. The market offers a wide range of handmade products, delicious food and drinks, and a cozy atmosphere.
- Where
- Leuven | More Info : Leuven Christmas Market
Bruges Christmas Market
- What to Expect
- Unique Christmas market with authentic Christmas stalls.
- Description
- The Bruges Christmas Market is a cozy place where you can enjoy warm hot chocolate, crackling fire, and beautiful Christmas trees. Here you'll find cozy Christmas stalls and an abundance of Christmas decorations.
- Where
- Bruges | More Info : Bruges Christmas Market
Sint-Niklaas Christmas Market
- What to Expect
- The most beautifully decorated chalets receive a prize annually.
- Description
- The Sint-Niklaas Christmas Market takes place in the weekends of 13-15 December 2024 and 20-22 December 2024. The registrations open on 1 August at 12:00 and close on 4 November at 8:00. The Christmas Market is an event to promote local trade and community life.
- Where
- Sint-Niklaas | More Info : Sint-Niklaas Christmas Market
Sint-Niklaas Holiday Shows and Entertainment
The Warmest Week
- What to Expect
- Live radio broadcasts from the Warmest House
- Description
- De Warmste Week is a week-long event where Studio Brussel and MNM broadcast live radio from the Warmest House at 't Zand Square. The week is filled with activities, concerts, and a cozy atmosphere.
- Where
- Bruges | More Info : The Warmest Week