Antwerp Christmas Market - Groenplaats
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Antwerp Christmas Markets 2026
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When are the Antwerp Christmas markets in 2026?
Antwerp has 6 Christmas markets in our directory. Last season most opened around 5 Dec and the last one closed on 4 Jan 2026; 6 stayed open after Christmas. All are free to enter.
Antwerp's Christmas market spreads over the Grote Markt and the Groenplaats by the Cathedral of Our Lady, with skating, Belgian beer and plenty of waffles.
6Christmas markets
5 DecTypical opening (2025)
4 Jan 2026Last market closed
6Open after 25 Dec
All Christmas markets in Antwerp
Sorted by opening date. Dates shown are from the 2025–26 season unless 2026 dates are marked — check the official website before you go.
Antwerp Christmas Market - Grote Markt
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Antwerp Christmas Market - Handschoenmarkt
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Antwerp Christmas Market - Hendrik Conscienceplein
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Antwerp Christmas Market - Operaplein
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Antwerp Christmas Market - Suikerrui
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Frequently asked questions
How many Christmas markets are there in Antwerp?
We list 6 Christmas markets in Antwerp, including Antwerp Christmas Market - Groenplaats, Antwerp Christmas Market - Grote Markt, Antwerp Christmas Market - Handschoenmarkt and Antwerp Christmas Market - Hendrik Conscienceplein. Some are small one-day or weekend events, so check the dates on each card.
When do the Antwerp Christmas markets open in 2026?
In 2025 the first market, Antwerp Christmas Market - Groenplaats, opened on 5 Dec 2025, and most were open by 5 Dec 2025. Expect similar timing in 2026: the first Sunday of Advent falls on 29 Nov 2026. Confirm on the official website before you book.
Are Antwerp's Christmas markets open after Christmas?
Yes — last season 6 markets stayed open after 25 December, including Antwerp Christmas Market - Groenplaats, Antwerp Christmas Market - Grote Markt, Antwerp Christmas Market - Handschoenmarkt, Antwerp Christmas Market - Hendrik Conscienceplein and Antwerp Christmas Market - Operaplein. Most others closed on or before 4 Jan.
Are the Christmas markets in Antwerp free?
Yes, entry to the markets we list is free — you only pay for food, drinks and gifts. Many stalls serve mulled wine in a mug with a small deposit that you get back when you return it.