Saint Nicolas Day
Saint Nicolas is the Dutch version of Santa Claus. Every year on Saint Nicolas Day he makes a grand entrance by boat in Oranjestad's Paardenbaai Harbour to the fanfare of brass bands and excited children at his heels.
Decked out in bishop's robes, Saint Nicolas, Sinterklaas, parades through downtown Oranjestad accompanied by his little helpers (Zwarte Pieten) who dish out spiced cookies and sweets to the children. In the days running up to Saint Nicolas Day, don't be surprised to see horse shoes and treats left out by the little ones for Saint Nicolas' horse...
| Town Information: | Oranjestad |
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| Name: | Aruba Tourism Authority |
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| Location: | Aruba |
| Address: | L.G. Smith Boulevard, 172 Eagle, Aruba, Dutch Caribbean |
| Phone: | +297 582 3777 |
| Fax: | +297 583 4702 |
Event details can change. Please check with the organisers that the event is happening before making travel arrangements.
