Winter in Antwerpen
Antwerp's old town turns into a festive winter city with chalets, attractions and an ice rink spread across several squares in the historic centre.
ⓘ Recurring event. The 2026 date is the usual window; confirm the exact date closer to the event.
Position Antwerp's Winter Festival as a must-visit European holiday destination combining festive shopping, dining, and family entertainment in a historic setting.
- Winter wonderland in the heart of Europe: ice skating, chalets & holiday markets in Antwerp's historic squares
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Winter in Antwerpen runs from 5 December 2025 to 4 January 2026, immersing the city in a warm and enchanting winter atmosphere . The event unfolds across the city's most beautiful squares with warmth, conviviality and winter charm . The 2025–2026 edition attracted 1.5 million visitors, confirming its status as one of the strongest winter events the city has staged . Seven locations: Steenplein, Suikerrui, Grote Markt, Handschoenmarkt, Hendrik Conscienceplein, Groenplaats, Operaplein Indoor ice rink around Rubens statue on Groenplaats; nostalgic carousel on Operaplein; beloved 55-meter Ferris wheel on Steenplein with views over the illuminated city Over 70 vendors across all locations; gastronomic chalets offering grilled meat, vegetables from smoker, smashed burgers Live jazz performances and refined cuisine prepared by local chefs at Your Divine Xmas on Hendrik Conscienceplein Interactive viewing columns (2.5m high) with moving winter scenes and short stories Sustainable approach: all vendors use reusable cups, bowls and plates with €2 deposit system