AMSTERDAM (AP) - Foreigners visiting the Netherlands in winter are often surprised to see that the Dutch version of St. Nicholas' helpers have their faces painted black, wear Afro wigs and have thick ...

Sinterklaas is the Dutch iteration of the classic Saint Nicholas legend, often called the “De Sint.” Unlike his American counterpart, Sinterklaas wears a more traditional bishop garb and delivers ...

Coronavirus is changing the face of end-of-year children's festivities in the Netherlands, with drive-ins being used to give kids a socially distanced meeting with St. Nicholas (Sinterklaas) and his ...

You won't find these unconventional holiday traditions wrapped under a Christmas tree. It’s the most wonderful time of the year for billions of people across the globe, and each has their own special ...

CLEVELAND, Ohio -- Sinterklaas visits our house every Dec. 6. The beloved Dutch Christmas gift-giver – instantly recognizable with his long white beard, red cap and a white horse -- descends from ...

HOLLAND, Mich. (WOOD) — Tulip Time is unveiling a new event to get people through the holiday season. Dutch Winterfest is a four-day event planned for Dec. 2 to Dec. 6. It is inspired by Dutch ...