 But for children in the Netherlands Sinterklaas remains the predominant gift-giver in December; 36% of the Dutch only give presents on Sinterklaas evening or the day itself (December 6), whereas Christmas (December 25) is used by another 21% to give presents.Some 26% of the Dutch population gives presents on both days.In Belgium, presents are offered exclusively to children the 6th December, whereas on Christmas Day, all ages may receive presents.