Den Bosch – De Brabantse Winter 2026

De Brabantse Winter 2026 transforms the Brabanthallen in Den Bosch into an indoor winter wonderland with an ice rink, attractions, food and drink, and stage entertainment from Friday, 18 December 2026, to Sunday, 3 January 2027. For the new season, the organiser has announced 4.000 square metres of extra space and 15 new activities or attractions. Admission is charged; the event is closed on 25 and 31 December and 1 January.

De Brabantse Winter 2026: Dates and opening times

On opening day, Friday, 18 December, you can celebrate from 16 until 1 at night. On the other days, the programme usually starts at 10. Closing times vary between 23 and 1 at night. On 24 December, the winter event closes as early as 18; on the final day, 3 January, it closes at 20. You can find the exact daily times in the opening times section of this page; they come from the current official ticket calendar. Please note: Friday, 25 December, Thursday, 31 December, and Friday, 1 January, are rest days.

De Brabantse Winter 2026: Rides and ice rink

The Brabanthallen become a winter wonderland. The organiser confirms an ice rink, numerous games and attractions, an après-ski area and winter food and drink. Curling is also on offer. The 2026 homepage promises 15 new activities and attractions, but does not provide a verified showman operator for every attraction. For this reason, rides with merely similar names from the attractions database are not listed as a confirmed line-up of rides.

With standard admission, you can use most activities without limits. Winter curling, prize games and workshops are among the exceptions; these must be booked or paid for separately. According to the organiser’s current FAQ, skate hire for the ice rink is included in the ticket; you can also bring your own skates. Gloves are compulsory on the ice rink.

Live music, children's programme and winter food and drink

The winter stage line-up for the 2026/27 season includes Kris Kross Amsterdam, Robert van Hemert, K3, Samuel Welten, Ronnie Flex, Tino Martin, Gerard Joling, Donnie and Lil Kleine. Families can enjoy shows featuring Juf Roos, Fien & Teun, Pieter Konijn and other children's characters. You can find the individually dated performances in our event programme; times are left blank when the organiser only gives the date.

Between activities, you can relax in the beer garden and après-ski area. According to the organiser, the food and drink options include a range of winter dishes and beverages. You can plan your visit as a family outing in the morning or come in the evening for the music. Check which acts are performing on the day of your visit before buying your ticket.

Tickets, payment and important rules

The official homepage is currently advertising admission tickets from 10,50 euros; the actual price depends on the ticket type and day of your visit. Options include morning, day and multi-day tickets. Morning tickets have entry time limits, while a Passe-partout also allows you to re-enter later. Payment is generally by card. If you need cash, you can get a cash card at the information desk for three euros; any remaining balance is non-refundable.

You may not bring your own food or drinks. The site is accessible to wheelchair users and has an accessible toilet, but not every attraction is automatically suitable. Lockers are available.

Getting to the Brabanthallen in ’s-Hertogenbosch

The venue is at Diezekade 1, 5222 AK ’s-Hertogenbosch. According to the organiser, the Brabanthallen are about a 15-minute walk from Den Bosch station. Paid parking is also available at the halls. The FAQ lists a special rate of 7,50 euros for parking before 13; check regular parking prices with the operator before travelling.

Find more events in the Kirmestermine calendar. All current rules, daily times and admission options are listed on the official Brabantse Winter FAQ page.