Last updated: December 01, 2024
Discover the festive atmosphere of Zottegem with our complete winter guide. From the cozy Market Square to the historic Egmont Church, we'll guide you through all the winter highlights our city has to offer during the holiday season.
The central Market Square forms the beating heart of winter activities, with traditional stalls and local delicacies. Visitors can stroll through atmospherically lit shopping streets, where local merchants have decorated their windows festively. From the center, illuminated paths lead to various neighborhoods, where community committees organize warm winter activities that bring the entire community together.
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Synchronized light and sound show on historic marketplace buildings
The sound and light show at the Grand-Place is a cultural discovery that unites us through music from around the world. With its rich diversity and colors, this show transports us with emotions and encourages us to share, discover, and explore.
Where: Brussels | More Info: Sound and Light Show Grand Place Brussels
Walk through the forest with sparkling light effects and enchanting projections.
Lanterna Magica is a brand-new walk through the forest and along the castle, where every corner of the park 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 over 70 installations.
Pairi Daiza transforms into a breathtaking light spectacle with over 70 stunning installations, including giant animals and illuminated buildings.
Where: Brugelette | More Info: Pairi Daiza Zoo Lights
Unique combination of light art at lesser-known locations.
(un)Holy Light is a light art festival that illuminates the city of Leuven with six intriguing artworks at various locations. From December 9 to 17, you can visit the installations in the Sint-Jacobskerk, the chapel of KADOC, the inner courtyard of bib Tweebronnen, and in the Mechelsestraat.
Where: Leuven | More Info: (Un)Holy Light
Unique combination of Christmas market and ice rink in the center of Mons.
The Coeur de Neige is an extensive Christmas market in Mons, featuring multiple themed areas such as the Grand’Place, Marché aux Herbes, and Place Léopold. Visitors can enjoy a wide range of activities, including an ice rink, inline skating, Christmas projection mapping, and strolling entertainment.
Where: Mons | More Info: Mons Christmas Market
Unique combination of Christmas market, ice rink, and light experience trail.
Winter Glow in Bruges offers a wide range of activities in a fairytale setting. There is a Christmas market, an ice rink on the Minnewater, a light experience trail, winter shopping, and a cozy winter bar. The Christmas lights and decorations warmly welcome you.
Where: Bruges | More Info: Bruges Winter in Bruges
Largest mobile roller skating rink in the country
The Gentse Winterfeesten transform the city center into a magical and cozy winter atmosphere. The cozy chalets, Ferris wheel, numerous food and drink stalls, festive decorations, and animation make these events an unforgettable experience for young and old.
Where: Ghent | More Info: Ghent Winter Festival
Cozy market stalls with festive items and mulled wine.
The Christmas Market in Antwerp is a large event that covers various squares in the historic center of Antwerp. You'll find many cozy market stalls with festive items and stands where you can enjoy a warm glass of mulled wine. There are also plenty of snacks available, making it perfect for getting inspiration for your Christmas menu.
Where: Antwerp | More Info: Winter in Antwerp
Enjoy a unique beer from 40 meters high with a view over the Christmas market.
The Leuven Christmas Market is an annual event in the heart of Leuven, attracting tens of thousands of visitors each year to browse and purchase unique Belgian products from local artisans.
Where: Leuven | More Info: Leuven Christmas Market
Unique combination of vocal and instrumental music in a historic church.
In the Sint-Pieterskerk in Leuven, you can find a series of Christmas concerts by the ensemble Currende. These concerts are a tribute to Christmas night and are performed with beautiful vocal music and instrumental accompaniment.
Where: Leuven | More Info: Christmas Concerts in St. Peter's Church
Taste artisanal beers in a cozy atmosphere.
The Winters Bierfestival is a tasting festival where you get to know 11 brewers and their brewing skills. You can taste various beers and enjoy the many colors, scents, and flavors in a cozy atmosphere with a children's corner.
Where: Waregem | More Info: Winter Beer Festival