Festivals Festivals Calendar Of Festivals Buddhist Christian Hindu Islam Jewish Sikh Passing Through Life Change And Renewal Family Festivals World Festivals Fun Festivals Seasonal Festivals Celebrating The Arts National Days One Special Day Other Beliefs Remembering The Past World Gatherings	St. Nicholas St. Nicholas, the patron saint of children, rides a white horse through Amsterdam's streets on December 5, dressed as a bishop. His Dutch name is Sinterklaas. A procession in honour of Saint Nicholas   Previous: Back Book: Festivals Section: Festivals Chapter: Christian