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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
Sunday 29 November
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 candy, lemonade, coffee, tea, hot chocolate, and a gift for the children. The performance lasts about one and a half hours.
Sinterklaas Brunch
Sunday 29 November
Start Sinterklaas Sunday cozily with the whole family during our Sinterklaas brunch. Enjoy an extensive brunch buffet with a wide choice of hot and cold dishes and take all the time to dine together.
After the brunch, the party doesn't have to be over. At 3:00 PM, the Sinterklaas show begins, which allows you to easily combine both into a complete Sinterklaas afternoon.
Live Cooking Sinterklaas Dinner
Saturday 28 & Sunday 29 November
End the day cozily during the Live Cooking Sinterklaas dinner buffet. Our chefs prepare different dishes live, and you can enjoy an extensive buffet with plenty of choices for young and old throughout the evening.
The dinner takes place on both Saturday and Sunday. On Sunday, you can also combine your visit 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 29 November 2026
Start: 3:00 PM
Duration: approximately 1.5 hours
Adults: € 18,50 p.p.
Children 3 to 11 years: € 15,50 p.p.
Children up to 2 years: free
Includes candy, lemonade, coffee, tea, hot chocolate, and a gift for the children. You pay the full amount in advance for the Sinterklaas show.
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Sinterklaas Brunch | Sunday 29 November 2026
12:00 – 2:30 PM
Adults: € 46,50 p.p.
Children 8 to 11 years: € 26,00 p.p.
Children 3 to 7 years: € 18,00 p.p.
Children up to 2 years: free
Prepayment is not needed for the individual Sinterklaas brunch.
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Combo Brunch & Show | Sunday 29 November 2026
Brunch: 12:00 – 2:30 PM
Sinterklaas Show: 3:00 – approx. 4:30 PM (± 1.5 hours)
Adults: € 62,50 p.p.
Children 8 to 11 years: € 39,50 p.p.
Children 3 to 7 years: € 31,50 p.p.
Children up to 2 years: free
You pay the full amount in advance for this combo deal.
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Combo Show & Dinner | Sunday 29 November 2026
Sinterklaas Show: 3:00 – approx. 4:30 PM
Live Cooking Sinterklaas Dinner Buffet: 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Adults: € 72,50 p.p.
Children 8 to 11 years: € 45,00 p.p.
Children 3 to 7 years: € 37,00 p.p.
Children up to 2 years: free
You pay the full amount in advance for this combo deal.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Sinterklaas
When is Sinterklaas celebrated at Van der Valk Hotel Hoorn?
The Sinterklaas weekend takes place on Saturday 28 and Sunday 29 November 2026. On Saturday, you can enjoy the Live Cooking Sinterklaas dinner buffet. On Sunday, you can choose from 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 29 November 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 candy, lemonade, coffee, tea, hot chocolate, and a gift for the children.
Can I combine the Sinterklaas show with brunch or dinner?
Yes. On Sunday you can choose the combo deal brunch + show or show + dinner. This allows you to combine the performance economically with an extensive brunch or the Live Cooking Sinterklaas dinner buffet.
Do I need to pay in advance?
You pay the full amount in advance for the Sinterklaas show and the combo deals. Prepayment is not needed for an individual reservation for the Sinterklaas brunch or the Sinterklaas dinner buffet.
Are children up to 2 years free?
Yes, children up to 2 years can participate for free in the Sinterklaas show, brunch, dinner, and combo deals.
Reserve or want to know more?
Reservations can be easily made online.
Do you have any questions about our Sinterklaas offering, your reservation, or the different options? Our team is happy to assist you.
Feel free to contact us via 0229 799 060 or send an email to hoorn@valk.com