Winter Wonders 2026 · 25 years
Brussels Christmas Market 2026
Winter Wonders, from 27 November 2026 to 3 January 2027
The big festive market returns to the heart of Brussels: more than 200 chalets, the Christmas tree and the sound and light show on the Grand-Place, a big wheel, an ice rink and a Basque-Béarn village at the Bourse. Here is everything already confirmed. The full programme follows as soon as the official press release is out.
Opening in
Official press release expected on 17 November: the full programme will be published here as soon as it is out.
27.11.2026 → 03.01.2027
Brussels Christmas Market 2026: key facts
- Dates
- From Friday 27 November 2026 to Sunday 3 January 2027
- Opening hours
- Every day from noon to 10 pm; closes at 6 pm on 24 and 31 December and on 3 January
- Chalets
- More than 200 chalets in central Brussels
- Entry
- Free access
- Guests of honour
- Béarn Pyrénées and the Basque Country
- Organisers
- City of Brussels and Brussels Major Events
Plaisirs d’Hiver · Winterpret · Winter Wonders
What you will find at the Brussels Christmas market
- 01A Christmas market with more than 200 chalets
- 02Fairground rides, a big wheel, an ice rink and curling lanes
- 03The Grand-Place Christmas tree
- 04The Grand-Place sound and light show (except on 24 and 31 December and 3 January)
- 05Cultural activities and events
- 06A Basque-Béarn village on Place de la Bourse
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The Christmas market trail
The City of Brussels lists six central squares for the 2026 edition:
- 01
Grand-Place
The Christmas tree and the sound and light show.
- 02
Place de la Monnaie
A stop on the Winter Wonders trail.
- 03
Place de la Bourse
The Basque-Béarn village of the guests of honour.
- 04
Place Sainte-Catherine
A stop on the Winter Wonders trail.
- 05
Marché aux Poissons (Vismet)
A stop on the Winter Wonders trail.
- 06
Place De Brouckère
A stop on the Winter Wonders trail.
visit.brussels also mentions Place Royale, the Black Tower, the Madeleine and Place Poelaert. The exact location of chalets and attractions will be given in the official programme.
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How to get to the Christmas market
- Train
- Brussels-Central station is at the heart of the event.
- Metro, tram, bus
- Gare Centrale, Bourse and De Brouckère stops: metro 1 and 5, trams 4 and 10.
- Bike
- The simplest and most flexible option, according to the organisers.
- Car
- Possible, but only if there is no other alternative.
PMR · Baby corner
Accessibility and families
- Toilets along the trail are accessible to people with reduced mobility, thanks to adapted ramps.
- Public toilets are also available on Place Fontainas, at the Halles Saint-Géry, at Central Station and in De Brouckère and Bourse metro stations.
- A “baby corner” at the Bourse lets families change their baby and warm a bottle in peace.
FAQ
Brussels Christmas market: frequently asked questions
When does the Brussels Christmas market start?
On Friday 27 November 2026. It runs until Sunday 3 January 2027.
Where is the Brussels Christmas market?
In the city centre: Grand-Place, Place de la Monnaie, the Bourse, Place Sainte-Catherine, Marché aux Poissons (Vismet) and Place De Brouckère.
When does the Brussels Christmas market end?
On Sunday 3 January 2027, when it closes at 6 pm.
Where should I get off for the Brussels Christmas market?
By train, at Brussels-Central station. By metro or tram, at the Gare Centrale, Bourse or De Brouckère stops (metro 1 and 5, trams 4 and 10).
Is there an ice rink at the Brussels Christmas market?
Yes, an ice rink and curling lanes are among the announced attractions. Their location and prices will be given in the official programme.
What are the Christmas market opening hours?
Every day from noon to 10 pm. On 24 December, 31 December and 3 January it closes at 6 pm and there is no sound and light show on the Grand-Place.
Is entry free?
Yes, access is free. Prices for the attractions will be listed on the official website.
How many chalets are there?
More than 200, according to the City of Brussels.
Who are the guests of honour in 2026?
Béarn Pyrénées and the Basque Country, with a Basque-Béarn village on Place de la Bourse.
What is the Brussels Christmas market called?
Winter Wonders in English, Plaisirs d’Hiver in French and Winterpret in Dutch.
Sources
Verified sources
- City of Brussels — Plaisirs d’Hiver (FR)
- Winter Wonders (Brussels Major Events) — practical info (FR)
- Winter Wonders — official website
- visit.brussels — Plaisirs d’Hiver (FR)
The Christmas tree and the Town Hall on the Grand-Place (December 2018). Photo: Inti Runa Viajero, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY 2.0.
Page prepared by the BXLpositive newsroom. It will be completed as soon as the official programme is published.