6 fun events in Flanders this week

Holiday Fair
Now that the holidays are over, it’s time to start planning your next vacation. Trips to suit every taste, from adventure to luxury travel. Free dive initiations, exclusive deals, ladies’ day and more. 21-25 January, Antwerp Expo, Anton Rijswijcklaan 191, Antwerp, €7

Winter Evening’s Walk
A guided walk through Oud-Rekem, winner of “the prettiest village in Flanders”, through cobblestone streets lit by candles and lanterns. The route includes the main points of interest, plus a storyteller and a drink afterwards. Reservations required via the website. 22 & 29 January, 5 & 12 February, 20.00, Rekem tourist office, Kanaalstraat 11 (Limburg), €2

Spring-Sprong Festival
Two days of indoor fun for kids. More than 1,000 square metres of bouncy castles and other games, like an obstacle course, ball pit, giant slides and more. 23-24 January 10.00-13.00 and 14.00-15.00, Sporthal Iham, Bautersemstraat 57, Mechelen, €5

Little Red Riding Hood
A traditional English pantomime based on the beloved fairy tale, with comedy, music, song and dance (in English). Reservations recommended on 03 202 46 46. 23-25 January, Arenbergschouwburg, Arenbergstraat 28, Antwerp, €8-€16 

Winter Walk and Swallow Spectacle
An experienced birdwatcher leads this 5km winter hike around Nieuwdonk Lake, ending with the nightly return of thousands of seagulls to their nesting place. Wear hiking shoes and bring your own binoculars. 24 January 14.30, entrance to Nieuwdonk Lake, Nieuwdonk, Overmere (East Flanders), free

Lego Building Day
Paradise for Lego lovers: more than 20,000 blocks in one place and other Lego enthusiasts to play with. Duplo blocks for the little ones. 24 January 13.30-18.00, parish centre, Dorp 22, Nazareth (East Flanders), €1