Christmas Markets in Belgium

Belgium’s Christmas market season pairs medieval architecture with expansive light trails, ice rinks, and culinary hallmarks from artisanal chocolate to spiced hot beers. From Brussels' flagship Winter Wonders festival to the intimate canal markets of Bruges and Ghent, this guide provides confirmed dates, walking routes, and transit tips to build an efficient winter itinerary without missing regional highlights.

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Bruges Christmas Market & Winter Glow 2026 – Program & Visitor Guide Illustrative photo
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Bruges Christmas Market & Winter Glow 2026 – Program & Visitor Guide

From Nov 20, 2026, to Jan 3, 2027, Bruges enchants visitors with its "Winter Glow". Look forward to a magical light trail, romantic ice skating between historic towers on the Grote Markt, and the finest Belgian chocolate along the wintery canals.

Nov 20, 2026
🇧🇪 Brugge
Brussels Christmas Market 2026 – Winter Wonders (Plaisirs d'Hiver) & Light Show Illustrative photo
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Brussels Christmas Market 2026 – Winter Wonders (Plaisirs d'Hiver) & Light Show

From 27 Nov 2026 to 3 Jan 2027, the Brussels Christmas Market "Winter Wonders" enchants visitors with a magical sound and light show at the historic Grand-Place. Enjoy Belgian waffles, ride the Ferris wheel, and explore over 200 festive stalls across the city center.

Nov 27, 2026
🇧🇪 Brussels
Liège Christmas Village 2026 – Dates, Program & Visitor Guide Illustrative photo
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Liège Christmas Village 2026 – Dates, Program & Visitor Guide

From 27 Nov to 30 Dec 2026, Liège hosts its famous Village de Noël. Discover Belgium's oldest and largest Christmas market, functioning as a real village with over 150 chalets, its own mayor, a Ferris wheel, and an ice rink.

Nov 27, 2026
🇧🇪 Liège
Liège Christmas Market 2026: Village de Noël in the Old Town Illustrative photo
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Liège Christmas Market 2026: Village de Noël in the Old Town

The Liège Christmas Market runs from November 27 to December 29, 2026, and is considered Belgium's oldest and largest Christmas village. Around 200 chalets, an ice rink and festive lighting await visitors free of charge in the old town.

Nov 27, 2026
🇧🇪 Liège
Namur Christmas Market 2026 – Program, Ice Rink & Folklore Illustrative photo
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Namur Christmas Market 2026 – Program, Ice Rink & Folklore

Celebrate the Namur Christmas Market from 28 Nov to 31 Dec 2026 at Place de l'Ange. Enjoy traditional brass bands, folk groups, festive lights, an ice rink, and winter magic in Wallonia's capital.

Nov 28, 2026
🇧🇪 Namur
Ghent Christmas Market 2026 – Winterfeesten & Gravensteen Illustrative photo
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Ghent Christmas Market 2026 – Winterfeesten & Gravensteen

From 3 December 2026 to 3 January 2027, Ghent turns into a winter wonderland. Experience the Gentse Winterfeesten featuring over 150 stalls, a giant Ferris wheel, and the spectacularly illuminated Gravensteen Castle in the city's historic heart.

Dec 03, 2026
🇧🇪 Ghent
Ghent Christmas Market 2026: Winter Magic in the Old Town Illustrative photo
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Ghent Christmas Market 2026: Winter Magic in the Old Town

The Ghent Christmas Market (Gentse Winterfeesten) runs from December 3, 2026 to January 3, 2027 in the historic old town. Over 150 chalets, an ice rink and a Ferris wheel bring festive cheer around Saint Bavo's Cathedral, with free entry to the whole market.

Dec 03, 2026
🇧🇪 Ghent
Winter in Antwerp 2026 – Christmas Market, Ferris Wheel & Program Illustrative photo
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Winter in Antwerp 2026 – Christmas Market, Ferris Wheel & Program

From Dec 4, 2026, to Jan 3, 2027, "Winter in Antwerp" enchants its visitors. Stretching from the riverbank to the majestic cathedral, this luxurious Christmas market features a giant Ferris wheel, an ice rink, and premium culinary delights in the heart of the Old Town.

Dec 04, 2026
🇧🇪 Antwerp

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