Weekendo
opens Thu 26 November, 17:00
Malmedy Christmas City (Cité de Noël)
About twenty chalets, a big festive bar and a large ice rink on Place du Châtelet, Thursday to Sunday over four weekends.
Christmas markets in East Belgium 2026
8 Christmas markets in East Belgium in the 2026 season, in 7 towns and villages — from Christmas at Reinhardstein Castle to village markets such as Malmedy or Büllingen. For each one: dates, opening hours, entry and map, from official sources.
All markets
8 markets
opens Thu 26 November, 17:00
hours not confirmed yet
Büllingen Christmas market
Christmas market in Büllingen — from 28 November to 29 November 2026. Free entry. Around 20 exhibitors and craftspeople.
opens Sat 28 November, 10:00
Christmas at Reinhardstein Castle
Christmas market in Waimes — from 28 November to 3 January 2027. Free entry. All the castle rooms decorated for Christmas, Christmas tales in the chapel (FR/NL) and a small artisans' market with mulled wine and champagne at the foot of the castle. No booking needed.
hours not confirmed yet
Raeren Christmas market
Christmas market in Raeren — from 28 November to 29 November 2026. At the foot of Raeren Castle, on the first Advent weekend.
opens Sun 29 November, 10:00
Makers' Christmas market – Malmedy
Christmas market in Malmedy — 29 November 2026. A one-day makers' market.
hours not confirmed yet
Kelmis Christmas village
Christmas market in Kelmis — from 5 December to 6 December 2026.
opens Fri 11 December, 14:00
Eupen Christmas Market
The 54th edition of the Euregio's oldest Christmas market: more than 90 chalets in Eupen's upper town, for a single weekend.
hours not confirmed yet
St. Vith Christmas market
Christmas market in St. Vith (Rathausplatz) — from 12 December to 13 December 2026. Free entry. A local market: check the details with the organiser before you go.
Frequently asked questions
What is the biggest Christmas market in East Belgium?
Christmas at Reinhardstein Castle — Waimes, 28 November – 3 January.
Which markets are open this weekend?
None this weekend. The next to open: Malmedy Christmas City (Cité de Noël), on 26 November.
Are there free Christmas markets?
Yes, 5 of 8 have free entry, for example Malmedy Christmas City (Cité de Noël), Büllingen Christmas market, Christmas at Reinhardstein Castle (Waimes).
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