Sinterklaas Arrival Leiden
Visitors gather to welcome Sinterklaas as he sails into Leiden aboard Pakjesboot071. The grand arrival features music and lively celebrations for children and adults alike.
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When
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Pre-event festivities begin at 11:30.
Ages
All ages
Neighborhood
Beestenmarkt, Garenmarkt
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Tips & Advice
- Dig out your Pieten hat before you go, because everyone is invited to wear one when they welcome Sinterklaas to Leiden.
- Get to the Beestenmarkt when the fun starts before the arrival, so the kids are already in place when Pakjesboot071 comes in.
- Keep the celebration going afterwards at the Huis van Sinterklaas in the Waag, where kids can hand in wish lists and earn a Pietendiploma.
- If you miss a moment, watch the special broadcast of the arrival on Sinterklaas Nieuws Leiden on Centraal+, or catch it later on YouTube.
- Book a Sint bij je thuis house visit if you'd like Sinterklaas and his Pieten to come to your own Pakjesavond celebration.
Special Events & Promotions
- A special broadcast of the arrival airs on Sinterklaas Nieuws Leiden on Centraal+ and can be watched back on YouTube.
Links & Contact
Run by Sinterklaas intocht Leiden
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Frequently Asked Questions
What can we expect at the arrival?
Sinterklaas sails into Leiden on Pakjesboot071, and his arrival comes with music and celebrations for young and old. The fun on the Beestenmarkt starts before he arrives.
What should we wear?
Get out your Pieten hat and wear it to welcome Sinterklaas.
Where can we meet Sinterklaas after the arrival?
The Waag becomes the Huis van Sinterklaas from 21 November to 2 December. There you can meet Sinterklaas and his Pieten, hand in your wish list, make a drawing or go for your Pietendiploma. There are also games, music and the Pietendans.
Can Sinterklaas come to our home?
Yes. You can book a house visit through Sint bij je thuis on 28 or 29 November, or on 3, 4, 5 or 6 December.
We missed part of it. Can we watch it back?
Yes. Sinterklaas Nieuws Leiden shows the arrival in a special broadcast on Centraal+, and you can watch the episode again on YouTube.
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