Brugge – Winter Fair Simon Stevinplein 2027
What to expect
Winterfoor Simon Stevinplein 2027 is provisionally scheduled as the first planning period, following the municipal autumn school holiday pattern, from 30 October to 7 November 2027. The city has not yet published individual dates for 2027; in particular, the funfair may run longer until preparations for Wintergloed begin.
Winterfoor Simon Stevinplein 2027: Scheduling
The City of Bruges’ official funfair calendar lists Simon Stevinplein as a separate Winterfoor location. For 2026, the city gives 31 October as the start date but initially leaves the exact end date open: the funfair ends before Wintergloed is set up. For the 2027 edition, the first Saturday of the autumn school holidays, 30 October, is a plausible guide. For now, only the holiday week is scheduled, through 7 November; however, Winterfoor could last longer. This uncertainty will be corrected after the new announcement.
Simon Stevinplein in Bruges Old Town
Simon Stevinplein lies between the Markt square and the Steenstraat shopping street, right in the heart of the historic city centre. It is a special location for a small funfair, as you can easily visit the square while sightseeing. Around the Simon Stevin monument, you’ll find cafés, shops and beautiful façades. The square is smaller than the large ’t Zand. So the focus here is more on a modest line-up of rides. For a longer funfair visit, you should also check the other event venues.
Winterfoor Simon Stevinplein 2027: Rides
In the past, the Herbst-Winterfoor has brought small games stalls and food stands to the site. Local reports mentioned duck fishing and a funfair, among other things, for 2026. However, this is not a promise for the 2027 season. The line-up can change from year to year depending on the participating showmen. For this reason, no stalls are listed as confirmed until a specific 2027 line-up of rides is available. Children in particular may enjoy small games and sweets at a winter funfair like this.
Difference between Wintergloed and Christmas market
In Bruges, Winterfoor is not another name for the Christmas market. The Winterfoor on Simon Stevinplein begins in autumn, before the major Wintergloed programme. Later, the Christmas market is set up in the square. There are also smaller Winterfoor locations on ’t Zand and Jan van Eyckplein at the same time. These event venues are part of the same winter activity in the city, but have different dates. That is why Kirmestermine.eu lists the funfair on Simon Stevinplein as a separate event.
Admission and opening hours
Simon Stevinplein is a public square in Bruges’ pedestrian zone. Based on previous small-scale funfair offerings, no general admission fee is charged, in keeping with usual practice. Games, food and individual rides are charged separately. Exact opening hours for 2027 have not been published. We therefore deliberately do not show a made-up schedule. The end date, which is still listed as open on the city’s website, may only be confirmed once the Wintergloed installations have been planned. Check the final dates before you travel.
Funfair treats and a stroll around town
At Simon Stevinplein, you can combine small funfair rides with a leisurely stroll through the old town. In previous years, food stalls offered fried specialities and confectionery, among other things. Which vendors will return this year will remain unknown until the new tender is issued. The Market Square and popular shopping streets are just a few minutes' walk away. This makes the square particularly suitable for visitors who are planning to explore Bruges anyway. Compared with the large Meifoor, the Winterfoor is a relatively compact event.
Getting there and image information
The site is right in the centre of Bruges and can be reached from the station by public bus or on foot. Because of the narrow streets, it is best to park your car outside the centre. The title image is a custom AI-generated funfair illustration, not an actual photo of the Winterfoor. The city publishes a full city map and updated road closures. Our calendar can also help you find other fairgrounds in Bruges.
You can find the latest information on the official organiser's website. You can also discover more winter funfairs and fairs.
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Simon Stevinplein, 8000 Bruges. From the station, take a bus or walk to the old town; use car parks outside the pedestrian zone.
Frequently asked questions
When does the Winterfoor Simon Stevinplein 2027 begin?
Expected to start on Saturday, 30 October 2027. Current plans initially run until Sunday, 7 November; the funfair may last longer.
When does Winterfoor 2027 end?
The exact end time of the event period will only be set by the city when the Wintergloed set-up work begins.
Where is Simon Stevinplein located?
In Bruges’ historic city centre, between the Steenstraat shopping street and the Market Square.
Is admission free?
Public space and, based on past practice, freely accessible. Games and food and drink are charged separately.
Which rides will be there?
No specific showmen have been confirmed yet for 2027. In previous years, there were small game stalls and food stalls.
Is the Winterfoor the Christmas market?
No. It takes place before the later Christmas market or Wintergloed programme.
Have the opening times been announced?
No, daily opening hours for 2027 have not been published yet.
