Winter in Kortrijk
Kortrijk's Grote Markt becomes a winter village with chalets, an ice rink, live performances and the 'Land of Santa Claus' for families.
ⓘ Recurring event. The 2026 date is the usual window; confirm the exact date closer to the event.
Position Winter in Kortrijk as a must-visit festive destination for families and holiday travelers seeking authentic European winter charm, ice skating, and seasonal shopping.
- Family-friendly winter village tour: chalets, ice rink, and Santa's Land photo ops
- Holiday shopping guide: local artisan chalets and seasonal gift finds at Grote Markt
- Live performance highlights and festive event calendar for planning winter getaways
- Behind-the-scenes setup and transformation of Kortrijk's main square into a winter wonderland
The city center of Kortrijk transforms into a winter wonderland with a sparkling Christmas tree and multiple atmospheric zones. Classic ingredients include Christmas markets, a Christmas fair, terraces, and performances . Winter in Kortrijk attracts over 700,000 visitors annually , positioning it as a major winter destination in the region. [ "New 36-meter Ferris wheel with 30 gondolas offering panoramic views of the city and Christmas market, €6 children/€8 adults", "Grote Markt Christmas market with wooden chalets offering winter food, gifts, and warm beverages", "Wintertuin (Winter Garden) on Sint-Maartenskerkhofplein with live performances and DJ sets daily", "Land of Santa on Vandaleplein: Santa's house, candy factory, elf sleeping quarters—ideal for families", "Christmas fairground (Kerstfoor) on Schouwburgplein with attractions from duck fishing to bumper cars for all ages", "Winter Corrida running event (Dec 5, 2026): 5km/9km street runs plus kids' 500m/1000m races with podium prizes" ]