JM Kids Day
26 december 2026 | 9u – 18u | Nekkerhal (Mechelen)
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Competitions and performances
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7 hours of children’s entertainment
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A 3-hour show
JM Kids Day is set to surprise like never before!
Make this year’s Boxing Day unforgettable at JM Kids Day. Jumping Mechelen kicks off the season once again with a spectacular opening show full of action, excitement, and surprises for all ages. With a mix of exciting ponies, lightning-fast dogs, breathtaking action, and Santa Claus as the guest of honor, it promises to be an unforgettable show.
The Nekkerhal will be transformed into a lively pony park, featuring entertainment, demonstrations, pony rides, and plenty of surprises waiting for you to discover on site. Of course, Jumpy will be there too! Come meet him and check out the merchandise booth, where you’ll find both Jumping Mechelen merchandise and fun Jumpy items.
Another highlight? The meet-and-greets with #LikeMe On Tour. The perfect chance to meet your idols up close! The kickoff of Vlaanderens Kerstjumping is sure to be one you won’t want to miss.
GROTE JM KIDS DAY SHOW (CHRISTMAS ARENA)
Artists 2026
#Like Me On Tour
Our wildly popular headliner is ready to treat all their fans to plenty of hits from their fantastic TV series.
Mélie Philippot
This world-class act combines grace and horsepower in a truly breathtaking performance.
Agility
No horse, but just as much power. These dogs prove that with four paws, plenty of energy and spectacular jumps, they can get the crowd cheering
And so much more…
The main JM Kids Day show promises even more action and fun with the Pony Games and Mini Steeple. In the Family Jump & Run, well-known riders team up with their children. Will you be cheering them on? Santa Claus, Jumpy and Dré from Paardensport Vlaanderen will also be joining the fun.
New year arena and Hal
Side entertainment
During JM Kids Day, we’ll transform the Nekkerhal into a vibrant pony park full of fun for young horse fans. Kids can unleash their creativity with crafting activities, transform into their favorite characters with colorful face painting, or get cool temporary tattoos.
Mia, Oscar, Louise, Sem, Raoul, and Jules from #LikeMe On Tour will be performing and will also be making time for meet-and-greets. This gives you the chance to meet them, and you can also check out their exclusive merch stand.
In the New Year Arena, you can enjoy fun competitions and educational demonstrations throughout the day. For the adventurous, pony rides are available, and special entertainers are ready to make the celebration even more memorable!
As evening falls, JM Kids Day gives way to the week’s first evening program. The popular relay race, which drew a large crowd last year, is back on the schedule.
The participants will be announced later, but one thing is certain: excitement and surprises are guaranteed once again.
The Grote JM Kids Day Show and side entertainment
Plan your visit
Tickets give you access to the Nekkerhal from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. (New Year Arena, christmas village, entertainment, pony rides, etc.).
De Grote JM Kids Day Show — including the #LikeMe On Tour performance — will take place twice during the day (session 1A and session 1B). Choose your favourite session and reserve your seat in the main arena.
JM Kids Day 2026
Cera, Boerenbond, Landelijke Gilden, PaardenSport Vlaanderen, LRV en KBC bieden speciale acties aan voor de JM Kids Day (van 29 september tot 15 december 2026). So be sure to take a look at the websites of the participating partners.
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