Practical information

Where's it happening?

Winter in Antwerp takes place at 7 venues across Antwerp:

  • Grote Markt
  • Handschoenmarkt
  • Hendrik Concienceplein
  • Groenplaats
  • Suikerrui
  • Steenplein
  • Operaplein
  • Astridplein (Ferris wheel)

Opening hours

From Friday 4 December 2026 to Sunday 3 January 2027, you can enjoy the festive atmosphere in the city. These are the opening hours for each day:

General hours

  • Sunday to thursday: 12 noon to 10 pm (please note: Operaplein closes at 9 pm)
  • Friday to Saturday: 12 noon to midnight (please note: Operaplein closes at 11 pm)

Special days

  • Friday 4 December: 2 pm to midnight (please note: Operaplein closes at 11 pm)
  • Thursday 24 December: 12 noon to 6 pm
  • Friday 25 December: 12 noon to 10 pm
  • Thursday 31 December: 12 noon to 6 pm
  • Friday 1 January: closed
  • Sunday 3 January: 12 noon to 5 pm