Yes its around this time every year that SinterKlaas makes his way from Spain along with his Black Pete's. A strange occurrence for many expats, but generally speaking Dutch people love and defend this old white bearded gentleman as he brings gifts, candy and all kinds of joy.
And as the magic date, December 6th, gets ever closer, he and his entourage appear in cities throughout the Netherlands. And when they appear, it is one huge children's party.

This past Saturday Sinterklaas' parade passed outside my window. I made a quick video to share with all of you: