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Celebrate Sinterklaas in Hoorn
Celebrate Sinterklaas in Hoorn
Saturday 28 & Sunday 29 November | Sinterklaas Weekend
As soon as Sinterklaas is in the country, Hoorn immediately gets into the Sinterklaas spirit. After the festive Sinterklaas arrival, the countdown to gift evening begins, and there are plenty of moments to enjoy this special time with the children.
We also celebrate the Sinterklaas feast at Van der Valk Hotel Hoorn. On the weekend before gift evening, you can join us for a festive Sinterklaas show, extensive brunch, and Live Cooking Sinterklaas dinner buffet. Choose the program that suits your family and make it a cozy Sinterklaas day together.
Sinterklaas at Van der Valk Hotel Hoorn
Sinterklaas show for the whole family
Sinterklaas show for the whole family
Sunday, November 29
On Sunday afternoon, it's time for our festive Sinterklaas show. It promises to be a cozy afternoon for children, parents, and grandparents.
A ticket for the show includes sweets, lemonade, coffee, tea, hot chocolate, and a gift for the children. The performance lasts about one and a half hours.
Sinterklaas brunch
Sinterklaas brunch
Sunday, November 29
Start Sinterklaas Sunday cheerfully with the whole family during our Sinterklaas brunch. Enjoy an extensive brunch buffet with a wide selection of hot and cold dishes.
Of course, Sinterklaas and his Pieten also visit during the brunch, creating an extra festive moment for the children.
After the brunch, the celebration doesn't have to be over. The Sinterklaas show starts at 3:00 PM, making it easy to combine both into a complete Sinterklaas afternoon.
Live Cooking Sinterklaas dinner
Live Cooking Sinterklaas dinner
Sunday, November 29 | Saturday sold out
End the day joyfully during the Live Cooking Sinterklaas dinner buffet. Our chefs prepare various dishes live, and you can enjoy an extensive buffet with plenty of choices for young and old throughout the evening.
Sinterklaas and his Pieten also stop by to make it a festive evening with the children.
The dinner on Saturday, November 28, is completely sold out. Places are still available on Sunday, November 29. You can also combine the dinner with the Sinterklaas show earlier that afternoon.
Practical Information
Practical Information
Good to Know
See below all the practical information for the Sinterklaas weekend, including the dates and times, prices, and conditions for the brunch, dinner, Sinterklaas show and the combo deals.
Sinterklaas Show | Sunday November 29, 2026
Start: 3:00 PM
Duration: approximately 1.5 hours
Adults: € 18.50 per person
Children 3 to 11 years: € 15.50 per person
Children up to 2 years: free
Includes sweets, lemonade, coffee, tea, hot chocolate, and a gift for the children. You pay the full amount for the Sinterklaas show in advance.
Reserve here
Sinterklaas Brunch | Sunday November 29, 2026
12:00 – 2:30 PM
Adults: € 46.50 per person
Children 8 to 11 years: € 26.00 per person
Children 3 to 7 years: € 18.00 per person
Children up to 2 years: free
No need to pay in advance for the separate Sinterklaas brunch.
Reserve here
Sinterklaas Dinner | Sunday November 29, 2026
5:00 – 9:00 PM
Adults: € 56.50 per person
Children 8 to 11 years: € 31.50 per person
Children 3 to 7 years: € 23.50 per person
Children up to 2 years: free
Note: The Sinterklaas dinner on Saturday, November 28, is sold out. Reservations are only possible for Sunday, November 29.
No need to pay in advance for the separate Sinterklaas dinner buffet.
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Combo Brunch & Show | Sunday November 29, 2026
Brunch: 12:00 – 2:30 PM
Sinterklaas Show: 3:00 – approximately 4:30 PM (± 1.5 hours)
Adults: € 62.50 per person
Children 8 to 11 years: € 39.50 per person
Children 3 to 7 years: € 31.50 per person
Children up to 2 years: free
For this combo deal, you pay the full amount in advance.
Reserve combo Brunch & Show
Combo Show & Dinner | Sunday November 29, 2026
Sinterklaas Show: 3:00 – approximately 4:30 PM
Live Cooking Sinterklaas dinner buffet: 5:00 – 9:00 PM
Adults: € 72.50 per person
Children 8 to 11 years: € 45.00 per person
Children 3 to 7 years: € 37.00 per person
Children up to 2 years: free
For this combo deal, you pay the full amount in advance.
Reserve combo Show & Dinner
Frequently Asked Questions about Sinterklaas
When is Sinterklaas celebrated at Van der Valk Hotel Hoorn?
The Sinterklaas weekend takes place on Saturday, November 28, and Sunday, November 29, 2026. The Live Cooking Sinterklaas dinner on Saturday is completely sold out. On Sunday, you can still make reservations for the Sinterklaas brunch, Sinterklaas show, dinner, or one of the combo deals.
When does the Sinterklaas show take place?
The Sinterklaas show takes place on Sunday, November 29, 2026, at 3:00 PM and lasts about one and a half hours.
What is included with a ticket for the Sinterklaas show?
A ticket includes sweets, lemonade, coffee, tea, hot chocolate, and a gift for the children.
Can I combine the Sinterklaas show with the brunch or dinner?
Yes. On Sunday, you can choose the combo deal brunch + show or show + dinner. This way, you can combine the show with an extensive brunch or the Live Cooking Sinterklaas dinner buffet economically.
Do I need to pay in advance?
For the Sinterklaas show and combo deals, you pay the full amount in advance. No advance payment is needed for a separate reservation for the Sinterklaas brunch or dinner buffet.
Are children up to 2 years free?
Yes, children up to 2 years can participate in the Sinterklaas show, brunch, dinner, and combo deals for free.
Reserve or want to know more?
Reservations can be easily made online.
Do you have any questions about our Sinterklaas offerings, your reservation, or the different options? Our team is happy to help you.
Feel free to contact us via 0229 799 060 or send an email to hoorn@valk.com