King’s Day and the King’s 60th birthday. The whole country turns orange, with vrijmarkten, street parties and music everywhere. The royal family celebrates in Lelystad. King’s Night parties are on the evening of 26 April. It is also South African Freedom Day.
What’s on
Events in the Netherlands
Runs, walks, record fairs, expat fairs and festivals worth leaving the house for. Filter by type, or subscribe at the bottom of the list to add them all to your own calendar.
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The longest running dance festival in the Netherlands returns with a new concept after a break in 2026. 18+.
… The biggest multi genre festival in the Netherlands, with music, comedy, film, theatre and science talks.
… Part motocross race, part music festival, part village fete gone wild. Presale starts 20 November 2026.
… Hundreds of jazz, soul, funk, R&B and hip hop concerts across many indoor stages in Rotterdam Ahoy.
… One of the most important techno festivals in the world, with camping on site.
… Camping festival near Nijmegen with alternative, pop, hip hop and electronic acts, good food and a lake to swim in.
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