From 6 to 31 December 2025, Mons’ Grand-Place transforms into a magical Christmas Village. Over fifty chalets offer gift ideas, gourmet treats, and dining options, all in a warm atmosphere filled with music, lights, and festive scents.
Mons Cœur en Neige: the Traditional Christmas Village
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To discover in the Christmas Village
The Grand Christmas Tower
- Seasonal snacks and comforting drinks to warm up.
Artisan pop-up chalets
- Three pop-up chalets featuring unique local creations, run by passionate artisans throughout the market.
The Solidarity Chalet
Do a good deed by discovering local charitable associations.
- Free soup: 11 a.m. – 7:30 p.m., supported by the National Lottery.
2025 charity programme:
- Scouts of Cuesmes: 6 Dec
- Chalet des Hirchons: 7 & 13 Dec
- Oxfam: 8 – 11 Dec
- Youth House Cuesmes: 12 Dec
- Gaia (animal protection): 14 Dec
- La Pilerie: 15 – 17 & 22 – 23 Dec
- Les Petits Vieux: 18 – 19 Dec
- Nothing But Pets: 20 – 21 Dec
- Jeunes Socialistes de Mons: 24 & 30 Dec
- Chat-Bidou: 26 – 28 Dec
- Belgian MS League: 29 Dec
- Jeunes MR: 31 Dec
Santa, Mrs. Claus, and friends
- Welcome well-behaved children on Wednesdays, Saturdays, and Sundays, 2 – 6 p.m.: 7, 10, 13, 14, 17, 20 & 21 Dec.
Enchanted decorations and illuminations
- Magical lights, the “King of the Forest” from the Ardennes, nativity scene, and themed decorations.
“Sapin enchanté” Carousel
- A magical carousel for children and adults at the heart of the Grand-Place.
Children’s activities
- Carousel, duck fishing, and various activities for little ones.
The 2025 edition of Mons’ Christmas Village promises an unforgettable festive and family-friendly experience, combining local crafts, gastronomy, shows, and entertainment for all.
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From
06Dec
To
31Dec
Christmas Village opening hours
- Daily from 6 – 31 December (closed on 25 Dec)
- Sunday to Wednesday: 11 a.m. – 8 p.m. (open until 10 p.m. allowed)
- Thursday to Saturday: 11 a.m. – 9 p.m. (open until 1 a.m. allowed)
- Christmas Eve (24 Dec): 11 a.m. – 4 p.m. (open until 8 p.m. allowed)
- New Year’s Eve (31 Dec): 11 a.m. – 4 p.m., evening celebrations from 10 p.m.