A braderie or jaarmarkt (respectively meaning ''roasting'' and ''annual market'' in
Dutch) is a type of grand yearly
street fair
A street fair celebrates the character of a neighborhood. As its name suggests, it is typically held on the main street of a neighborhood.
The principal component of street fairs are booths used to sell goods (particularly food) or convey inform ...
and
street market found in the
Netherlands,
Belgium,
Luxembourg and
Northern France, mostly held in the summer months.
There, nearly all
towns and large
villages have their own braderie and, especially in villages, they often are one of the key social events.
Typically, the local vendors put up stands outside of their
shops in which they will sell their goods at a reduced price. This basic set up is often accompanied by outside traders, various food stands, a
flea market, craftsmen making traditional tools, art or footwear (such as wooden shoes), live music (often provided by a local
boerenkapel),
street theater
Street theatre is a form of theatrical performance and presentation in outdoor public spaces without a specific paying audience. These spaces can be anywhere, including shopping centres, car parks, recreational reserves, college or university ...
and people in
traditional garments.
One of the most famous Braderies in Europe, is the annual "La braderie de Lille", France. Its gathers millions of visitors.
See also
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References
{{Commons category, Braderies, Braderie
Dutch culture
Belgian culture
Luxembourgian culture