Koude Kermis Lochristi
Najaarskermis met dorps karakter en attracties in het centrum van Lochristi.
Promote local autumn fair attractions and food/beverage offerings to drive foot traffic and community engagement in Lochristi's town center.
- Autumn fair highlights: rides, games & local food stalls in Lochristi
- Family-friendly fall festival with traditional carnival atmosphere
- Support local: discover Lochristi's autumn kermis vendors & attractions
- Plan your weekend: Koude Kermis dates & what to expect
The Koude Kermis (Cold Fair) in Lochristi is a traditional rural fairground event held annually in Oost-Vlaanderen, Belgium. With 7–20 attractions, it features the classic village character that makes it an ideal family outing. The fair brings community together through its seasonal tradition, where children enjoy the festive atmosphere while adults reconnect with cherished memories of the fairground experience.
Friday 2 October
Opening day; children's hour 18–19h (free entry)
Saturday 3 October
Full day; sensory-friendly hour 15–16h (reduced lights/sounds, slower-running rides)
Sunday 4 October
Full day of fairground operation
Monday 5 October
Final day
- 4-day weekend fairground with traditional attractions (7–20 rides & games)
- Typical attractions include rotating rides, ring toss, duck fishing, bumper cars, and fun games
- Family-friendly special events: free children's hour (Friday 18–19h) and sensory-sensitive hour (Saturday 15–16h with reduced lights/sounds)
- Held in the traffic-free village centre at Dorp-Oost location
- No specific 2026 lineup published yet—typical attractions based on annual format
- Perfect village-scale event for families seeking authentic fairground charm