Marché de Noël d'Eupen
The oldest Christmas market of the Euregio, three days of festive music, food and crafts in Eupen's centre.
ⓘ Recurring event. The 2026 date is the usual window; confirm the exact date closer to the event.
Drive foot traffic and seasonal spending during the second weekend of December by positioning Eupen's heritage Christmas market as a destination for festive shopping, local crafts, and family experiences.
- Discover the Euregio's oldest Christmas market: three days of artisan crafts and seasonal treats
- Plan your festive weekend: Eupen's Marché de Noël brings music, food, and local heritage to life
- Support local makers this December—explore handcrafted gifts at Eupen's iconic Christmas market
The 54th Marché de Noël d'Eupen (December 11–13, 2026) is Belgium's oldest Christmas market in the Euregio, inviting visitors to three days of festive music, magical atmosphere, culinary delights and thoughtful gift ideas. Thousands of lights and numerous open fires create a warm, welcoming ambiance in the historic centre with its beautiful merchant houses, making it an unforgettable experience.
Friday 11 Dec 2026
Market opens 2 PM; typical evening entertainment with live music, shopping and festive dining
Saturday 12 Dec 2026
Full day 2–9 PM; expected peak attendance; St. Nicholas visit, concerts, light shows and children's activities
Sunday 13 Dec 2026
Extended morning hours 11 AM–8 PM; Advent calendar door-opening at 5:30 PM (daily); final day for shopping and family activities
- Approximately 90 carefully decorated chalets offer handicrafts, Christmas decorations and local specialties.
- Live concerts, book signings, winter angels on stilts, impressive light installations, harmonious music and numerous activities for children.
- Focus on local producers, sustainability, fair trade and plastic reduction.
- Artisan cheese fondues, grill specialties, Belgian waffles, mulled wine, original beer and Swiss and French specialties.
- Historic setting with merchant houses and medieval charm in Eupen's old town.
- Giant Advent calendar with 24 doors designed by local schoolchildren, one opened daily at 5:30 PM.