the most wonderful time of the year!
Before 2026 draws to a close, Parc Maasresidence Thorn will be going all out. In the last month of the year, the park will be filled with festive decorations and boundless exciting activities, including a winter cruise, festive food options and, of course, Santa’s sleigh! The surrounding region around Parc Maasresidence Thorn will not stay idle either. Discover all the charming Christmas markets, unique festivals, and amazing shopping venues.- Three-course choice menu: €47.95 per person
- Three-course kids' menu (up to 12 years): €18.95 per person
The restaurant is open on 24, 25, 26 and 31 December 2026, and on 1 January 2027.
On 25 and 26 December, the same menu is also served for lunch at Humphrey's Thorn. Throughout the holidays you can also enjoy a luxurious breakfast buffet there. On 31 December, Humphrey's Thorn is open until 17:00, and on 1 January it opens at 09:00.
For more information and a full list of what each course includes, click here.
Please note: Humphrey's closes at 17:00 on 31 December, so dinner at the park won't be available on New Year's Eve. Staying with us? Join our exclusive New Year's Eve dinner at Kasteelhoeve De Grote Hegge, just a short walk from the park.
Note: The breakfast buffet at Humphrey's restaurant will be served from 9:00 a.m. on 1 January 2027.
Make your Christmas stay even more special: you can now order a Christmas dinner box, delivered straight to your villa. Scan the QR code to place your order.
Orders are open until 18 December 2026, with delivery on 24 or 25 December 2026. For questions or payments, please contact Smaakvol Catering directly.
See the menu and drinks menu options here:
To celebrate New Year's Eve, we have teamed up with Kasteelhoeve De Grote Hegge to offer an exclusive dinner for our park guests. Spend the last evening of the year at Kasteelhoeve De Grote Hegge in Thorn, with good food and good company, and start 2027 in style.
- New Year's Eve buffet: a relaxed, generous buffet, ideal if you like to sample a bit of everything.
- 4-course dinner: a more refined evening, served course by course.
See the complete menu on our flyer here.
- Date: 31 December 2026
- Time: 17:00 – 22:30
- Location: Kasteelhoeve De Grote Hegge, Waterstraat 9, 6017 AJ Thorn (only a 10 minute walk or 2 minute drive from the park)
Good to know: dogs are welcome in the restaurant.
This dinner is exclusively for guests staying at the park on the night of 31 December – 1 January.
After you book, we'll email you a flyer with a ticket link and QR code. Use either one to buy your tickets. Staying with us on 31 December and haven't received your flyer? Ask our reception team and they'll give you the exclusive ticket link.
On the 12th and 13th of December, between 15:00 and 20:00, the Eynder Pieck festival is back again!
Each year, the Eynderhoof open-air museum leaps back in time to the setting of Anton Pieck’s paintings, with cozy little stalls, nice bites, music, a merry-go-round, and a fire spectacle!
Tickets cost € 12.50 for grown-ups and € 6.00 for children, and the museum is a 20-minute drive from the park.
Experience the Christmas Atmosphere in Thorn
On Sunday, December 13th, from 11:00 AM to 5:00 PM, the traditional Christmas Market will take place in the attractively decorated historic centre of the white town and at the beautiful Kasteelhoeve De Grote Hegge (De Grote Hegge Castle Farm). The more than 70 stallholders offer visitors an extensive and very varied assortment.
The choir Equil Voices from Nederweert will take you back to the world of Dickens and Scrooge, singing atmospheric music in the historic streets of Thorn. You'll come across them all day long, both indoors and outdoors.
Children can enjoy a magical meet and greet with a wizard at Kasteelhoeve De Grote Hegge! Bring along a coloured-in colouring page and the wizard has a surprise waiting for you.
This year, you can even arrive at the Christmas Market by boat with Rederij Cascade! Combine a visit to the "white town" of Thorn with a festive winter cruise. Find out more about this offer here.
Admission: €4.50. Children up to 12 years old go free.
More details here.
Sinterklaas in Roermond
Every year, Sinterklaas, the Petes, his horse and steamboat come to Roermond to celebrate a nice party with the visitors.
Sinterklaas will arrive at the Roerkade with his steamboat on Sunday. From here he goes in a colorful parade complete with Pietenfanfare through the center of Roermond (via the Brugstraat, Neerstraat and Paredisstraat) on his way to the Munsterplein.
The Sinterklaas entry at the Roerkade in Roermond starts on Sunday, November 15, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. and ends around 3:30 p.m. at Munsterplein.
Come to the Light Parade
On Friday evening, November 20th, ROERMONDVOL Licht (Roermond Full of Light) will start with a festive opening. To celebrate this launch, a dazzling Light Parade with interactive light and music acts will move through the city centre.
Come and enjoy a cozy evening together, full of light, music, and experience—the ideal outing for all ages!
Designer Outlet Roermond
Furthermore, Designer Outlet Roermond will go the extra mile once again to deliver an amazing Christmas shopping experience. Throughout the festive season the shopping village turns into a fairytale Christmas village, with sparkling displays, little food stands, and of course, great Christmas deals!
Winter Fever Arena
The historic Munsterplein in Roermond transforms into the festive Winter Fever Arena from 28 November to 3 January, offering a cosy winter pavilion with music, themed activities, and family-friendly entertainment. Most activities are free, making it a lovely spot to enjoy the Christmas atmosphere during your visit to Roermond.
Valkenburg, the pearl of South Limburg, once again has exciting plans for the upcoming Christmas season this year. Besides the Christmas parade and a visit from Santa Claus, a unique Christmas market will take place in Valkenburg's famous caves between November 13th and December 30th 2026.
Be sure to look around, as the caves hide many wonders, such as beautiful decorations, walk-through stories, light spectaculars, and much more!
During the festive season, Maastricht is nothing short of breathtaking. The cozy shopping streets are adorned with colorful decorations and sparkly Christmas lights.
Once again, between the 27th of November and the 27th of December, the Vrijthof will host a stunning Christmas market.
Key Events & Attractions
Magical Maastricht: The central winter festival on Vrijthof square with:
- Christmas Market: Stalls with handmade crafts, local products, and festive treats.
- Winter Activities: Ice skating rink, Ferris wheel, street curling, and a carousel.
- Atmosphere: Heart-shaped stalls, a tunnel of lights, and illuminated St. Servatius Bridge replica.
Magical Culture Festival: Offers various music, theatre, and dance performances throughout the city's cultural spots.
Maastricht's Historic Charm: Explore the
ancient city's architecture, like the Basilica of Saint Servatius and the
Dominicanen Book Store.
✨ A magical Christmas vibe with large beer mugs and delicious treats like warm apple strudel
🔥 A heated bar area — perfect for relaxing after a day of exploring
🎶 Festive music and great company, every day throughout the season
All aboard! Reserve a spot on the special winter and Christmas cruise of Rederij Cascade and make an unforgettable journey across the Maasplassen. Huddle up beneath a cozy blanket on de deck of a gorgeously decorated ship and watch the endless starry night. Upon arrival, Santa himself will welcome you aboard and during the cruise, all kinds of delicious Christmas treats will be served.
*Dates: coming soon
