Christmas Market

There's no place more fun to shop than at the Christmas market!

  • When: Thursday 3 December 2026 until Sunday 20 December 2026
  • Where: Ladeuzeplein and Herbert Hooverplein (view on map)
  • Price: Free

Opening hours

  • Thursday 3 December 2026, 12:00 to 23:00
  • Friday 4 December 2026, 11:00 to 23:00
  • Saturday 5 December 2026, 12:00 to 23:00
  • Sunday 6 December 2026, 12:00 to 22:00
  • Monday 7 December 2026, 12:00 to 22:00
  • Tuesday 8 December 2026, 12:00 to 23:00
  • Wednesday 9 December 2026, 12:00 to 23:00
  • Thursday 10 December 2026, 12:00 to 23:00
  • Friday 11 December 2026, 11:00 to 23:00
  • Saturday 12 December 2026, 12:00 to 23:00
  • Sunday 13 December 2026, 12:00 to 22:00
  • Monday 14 December 2026, 12:00 to 22:00
  • Tuesday 15 December 2026, 12:00 to 23:00
  • Wednesday 16 December 2026, 12:00 to 23:00
  • Thursday 17 December 2026, 12:00 to 23:00
  • Friday 18 December 2026, 11:00 to 23:00
  • Saturday 19 December 2026, 12:00 to 23:00
  • Sunday 20 December 2026, 12:00 to 21:00

More during Winterseason in Leuven

Thu 3, 10 and 17 December 2026

Evening visit to the university library

During the 5-storey climb you will learn more about the history of the library.
Tue 8 December 2026 until Sun 10 January 2027

Botanique Magique

During this winter walk, you will discover eight impressive installations that bring plants, trees and mysterious inhabitants to life.
Sat 12 December 2026

Great Beguinage by candlelight

The glow of thousands of candles, carillon music and choir songs create a magical atmosphere.

Program

Check out the full program of Winterseason.

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