About
The traditional lantern parade through Vondelpark starts this year at OCCII Kinderpret in Amsterdam on Wednesday 11 November 2026. Make a lantern, practise SinteMaarten songs, and join the parade.
What to expect
At OCCII Kinderpret, you can make a lantern and practise SinteMaarten songs with Fanfare musicians.
- Have warm 'lichtjes-soep' and a sandwich before departure
- Fanfare leaves for Vondelpark at 17:45
- Bring your own lantern to join at 18:00
- Workshop info via organizer's page
Dates
Questions
When does Lantern Parade start and end?
Lantern Parade runs Wednesday, 11 November 2026, 17:45.
Where is Lantern Parade?
Lantern Parade takes place at OCCII, Amstelveensweg 134, Amsterdam.
What can we do at OCCII?
Make a lantern.
Practise SinteMaarten songs with Fanfare musicians.
Have warm 'lichtjes-soep' and a sandwich before departure.
Can I join the parade later?
Yes. Bring your own lantern and join at 18:00 at the Vondelpark entrance, Koninginneweg 1a.
How do I get more information?
More information about the workshop is on the organizer's page:
Kids
Getting there
OCCII, Amstelveensweg 134, 1075 XL Amsterdam, Noord-Holland, NL
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