Arrival of Saint Nicholas Texel 2025

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The tradition of Saint Nicholas bringing gifts to children, celebrated in many countries, is an extraordinary occasion on Texel. Saint Nicholas arrives surrounded by his servants.

Later, the whole parade in a festive way accompanies him to the city center. Children greet the procession. Customarily candies are given away.

Access: free.

Schedule 2025

The 2025 programme is as follows:

  • 09:00: grounds open
  • 11:55: start of the TV broadcast
  • 12:00: arrival parade
  • 12:40: start of the procession featuring Texel children
  • 13:15: end of the live broadcast
  • 13:15: start of the after-show programme with Texel dance acts
  • 13:45: end of the programme

When

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What time / Opening hours

From 12:00 hours.

Where

Haven van Oudeschild

Website

www.texel.nl