Nunspeet: Sinterklaas arrival November 22nd 2025
After a long journey from Spain, Sinterklaas and his helpers will set foot on Dutch soil once again. A week later, on Saturday 22 November, Sinterklaas will arrive in Nunspeet, where he is expected in the town centre in the early afternoon.Of course, there will be lots of singing, jumping and dancing! According to the latest rumours, there will be quite a few peppernut Petes... and even a gluten-free peppernut Pete! After the party on the Market Square, Sinterklaas will take up residence at the Roskam, where he will wave from the balcony.
Elburg: Winter in the Fortress
Winter in the Fortress is an atmospheric winter event in the fortified town of Elburg, set in the spirit of the year 1900. This beautiful old town serves as a wonderful backdrop, and as you walk through the streets and alleys, there is something to see or experience everywhere. The event is organised by the residents, many of whom dress up in 1900s style. Some wear the most beautiful Victorian dresses, others dress as poor beggars. There is plenty of entertainment, such as music, dance and theatre. Your inner self is also taken care of. You can warm up by one of the many fire pits with mulled wine, hot chocolate or one of the many other delicacies. There are atmospheric stalls in the market. And of course, we haven't forgotten the children; let them float in the nostalgic merry-go-round or take a ride in a real steam train. The residents of Elburg cordially invite you to come and experience this for yourself.
WinterLight in Nunspeet
On Saturday, December 13th, the WinterLightTour will travel through the entire municipality of Nunspeet! A festive procession of beautifully illuminated tractors and trucks will bring light and coziness to these dark days.
The tour starts at 5:30 PM at the Mill in Elspeet, where the Elspeet Fanfare will perform and hot chocolate will be ready. The procession then moves via Vierhouten (with a break around 6:15 PM, featuring music from the Vierhouten Choir) to Nunspeet, where the arrival is expected around 7:30 PM at the Market Square. Here, music, the Santa Run, hot drinks, and oliebollen (Dutch donuts) will add to the festive atmosphere.
The evening ends in Hulshorst, where the vehicles will arrive around 9:00 PM at the Dorpshuis. Canto Felice will provide the musical finale.
Along the entire route, everyone is warmly invited to admire the illuminated vehicles, take photos, and enjoy this heartwarming winter event together.
Come watch, enjoy, and let yourself be enchanted by the light of the WinterLightTour!