What to Experience in Blankenberge: Events & Activities
Below, you'll find our selection of the finest events in Blankenberge and the surrounding region. Especially in the summer, there are almost daily festivities, ranging from markets and folklore to music performances and sporting events. Yet, even outside the summer season, there's plenty to enjoy in terms of varied activities.
Halloween
Blankenberge is transformed into a scary town! Numerous activities are organized around Halloween, for people of all ...
Firework
End this gorgeous summer day in all beauty with a splashing Fireworks display on the beach of Blankenberge! 21/07/2023, 21:30 - 23:45 @ Zeedijk t.h.v. Pier. 26/08/2023, 22:30 - 23:45 @ Zeedijk t.h.v. Vuurtoren. 28/10/2023, 19:30 - ...
Halloween Funfair in Blankenberge
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Who didn’t like it as a child to be swirled around in a carousel or to get sticky from some cotton candy. In Blankenberge it is still possible every ...
Christmas Market & ice rink
Early December to early January
In December, the days grow shorter and there are Christmas lights and candles everywhere. Time for good food, gifts but above all … each other! A good reminisce about the year during a long beach walk. Will you celebrate Christmas together at your cosy holiday ...
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Funfair in Blankenberge
Who didn’t like it as a child to be swirled around in a carousel or to get sticky from some cotton candy. In Blankenberge it is still possible every ...
Internationale Zweitägige von Flandern
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There is the spring season, and there is the International Two Days of Flanders. The core of this two-day event will also remain unchanged during this edition: a beautiful trail along the beach, dunes and through the polders and picturesque villages. The theme of the village of the medal and badge, ...
Folkloric Harbor Festivals
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At the Harbor Festivals in Blankenberge visitors can completely immerse themselves in the fascinating world of fishermen and fishing. There is a harbor funfair, and an antique and flea market where you can also try all sorts of delicacies from the sea. At the 'Scutefeest' you can marvel ...
Funfair in Blankenberge
Who didn’t like it as a child to be swirled around in a carousel or to get sticky from some cotton candy. In Blankenberge it is still possible every ...
Herring happening
Het is al vele jaren een traditie dat de aanvoer van de Nieuwe Hollandse Maatjes een feest maakt. Aan de haven is er vanaf 16 uur animatie en de aankomst van de maatjes voorzien. Het Blankenbergse Shantykoor zorgt voor de muzikale ambiance. Het publiek kan aan de stalletjes maatjes en jenever aan een democratische prijs ...
Blessing of the sea
The traditional Blessing of the sea in Blankenberge used to mark the start of the bathing season. No inhabitant of this old fishing village went into the sea before the consecration took place. This tradition still exists today.
Paravang Festivities
Early August
Around the Paravang, the windbreak at the harbour, the Paravang festivities are celebrated every year, when fishing folklore takes centre stage. The harbour area is then bathed in an authentic maritime atmosphere and provides the cosy backdrop for fishing traditions and folklore all day long. In the shadow of the ...
Street Fair
Annual market where the shopkeepers are in stalls outside in the street selling their goods. A pleasant bustle!
Flower Parade
Laatste zondag van augustus
The Flower Parade in Blankenberge is the traditional closing of the summer season in the coastal town. The Flower Parade was first organized in 1895 and therefore boasts a long history. The floral event is organized by the City of ...
