# Local festivals and fairs in Belgium and the Netherlands

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/local-festivals-and-fairs-in-belgium-and-the-netherlands
> Updated: 2026-09-01T11:14:36.000Z. Sources: 15. Developments: 2.

Local communities in Belgium and the Netherlands are organizing various seasonal fairs and festivals.

In Leuven, Belgium, preparations are underway for the 76th annual fair on September 7. The event is expected to draw 100,000 visitors and will feature musical performances by artists such as Laura Lynn and Christoff, alongside traditional livestock competitions and artisanal displays at Sint-Jacobsplein.

In Uitkerke, Belgium, a three-day fair is scheduled for early September, featuring a flea market, food stalls, and musical acts. Meanwhile, Leiden in the Netherlands is planning a fair for October, which will include major attractions like a Ferris wheel and a Freefall Tower Gravity, as well as a nostalgic section at Pieterskerkplein.

## Timeline

### 2026-09-01: Local fairs and festivals scheduled in Uitkerke and Leiden

Local fairs and community festivals are scheduled in Uitkerke, Belgium, in early September and Leiden, Netherlands, in early October, featuring various rides, food, and live entertainment.

9 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/local-fairs-and-festivals-scheduled-in-uitkerke-and-leiden

### 2026-08-26: Leuven prepares for 76th annual fair

Leuven prepares for its 76th annual fair on September 7, expecting 100,000 visitors for a day of music, livestock competitions, and traditional festivities.

8 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/leuven-prepares-for-76th-annual-fair

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