Lantern Parade Departure
Children gather with lanterns; start of procession through Indische Buurt
~18:45
Super Sint Maarten (Indische Buurt Lantern Parade & Light Sculptures)
Super Sint Maarten (Indische Buurt)
Amsterdam, Netherlands
Nov 11, 2026ExpectedSource
On St. Martin's Day, Amsterdam's Indische Buurt holds the Super Sint Maarten, a neighborhood lantern parade lit by glowing light sculptures. Run by a local foundation since 2011, it grew from a small community idea into a bright, much-loved walk through the November streets.
Key moments
Ending Light Show
Procession returns to Ambonplein for music, lighting ceremony
~20:00
Where it happens
Ambonplein
Amsterdam, Netherlands
Open in MapsHow to show up well
Plan the timing
Make lantern
Respect local boundaries
Join local workshop
Prepare before you go
Bring a lantern or light up, sing along respectfully, and keep the parade moving at a safe...
Practical notes
Crowds & timing
Crowd level: high.
Tickets
Free events are available.
Reviewed mediaLOCAL COMMUNITY & FOLK LIFE
Super Sint Maarten (Indische Buurt Lantern Parade & Light Sculptures)
Super Sint Maarten (Indische Buurt)
Amsterdam, Netherlands
On St. Martin's Day, Amsterdam's Indische Buurt holds the Super Sint Maarten, a neighborhood lantern parade lit by glowing light sculptures. Run by a local foundation since 2011, it grew from a small community idea into a bright, much-loved walk through the November streets.
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The story behind it
Originally a small community initiative, Super Sint Maarten was inspired by the Saint Martin tradition of sharing and light. The event promotes arts and inclusion, involving workshops to create lanterns and costumes by residents (including socially vulnerable groups). It reflects Amsterdam’s multicultural community spirit and post-Halloween celebration of charity rather than trick-or-treating.
Key moments to know
~18:45Expected
Lantern Parade Departure
Children gather with lanterns; start of procession through Indische Buurt
~20:00Expected
Ending Light Show
Procession returns to Ambonplein for music, lighting ceremony
How to show up well
first-timer tips
Plan the timing
Make lantern
Respect local boundaries
Join local workshop
Prepare before you go
Bring a lantern or light up, sing along respectfully, and keep the parade moving at a safe distance. Treat it a...
Arrive before peak flow
Respect that this is a community and children-centered event. No trick-or-treating for unknown adults; just enj...
Essentials at a glance
Date window
Nov 11, 2026
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City / Area
Amsterdam
Western Netherlands (Randstad)
Cost
Free public events available
Good for
Families welcome
Very High visitor welcome
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