In the summer there is almost daily something organized in (the region of) Zandvoort. Under which the various markets, folklore, music performances and various sporting events where you can look at or to which you can join.
Shanty and sea song festival
The powerful chorus was once sung loudly by the crew, making the ship go full steam ahead. Sea shanties are more like songs about life, about fishing sorrow, suffering and woman and child ashore.
Choir Day
Check for more information about the program, theme and tickets the following website: http://www.zingenaanzee.nl
Arrival of Saint Nicholas
The tradition of Saint Nicholas bringing gifts to children, celebrated in many countries, is an extraordinary occasion in Zandvoort. Saint Nicholas arrives surrounded by his servants. Later, the whole parade in a festive way accompanies him to the city center. Children greet the procession. Customarily candies ...
Fairytale Walk
From 4 pm to 6.30 pm over 45 fairy tale characters will walk around, like Snow White and her seven dwarfs, little Red Riding Hood and the Wolf, Peter Pan and Captain Hook and also a lot of other characters. Even Santa Claus with his family will be present. He would love to take a picture with you.
New Year's Eve
New Year is another wild celebration. The Dutch often stay home with their families until midnight, and many bars open just then. Many venues offer New Year parties. From midnight the sky lights up as everyone sets of fireworks. People in Zandvoort love a party and New Year’s Eve in particular. It’s a reason ...
2019
New Year's Day plunge
January 1
On the first on January the annual New Year's Dive is organized in Zandvoort, which has been since 2000. This traditional event creates a lot of fun on several beaches each year on 1 January. Start 2018: 13:30 hrs
International Marathon Scheveningen Zandvoort
Early March
This annual marathon takes place in early March at low tide. This reduces the risk of loose and an uneven sand surface. The trail is beautifully, but remote beach between Scheveningen and ...
National Museum Week
Begin april
During this Museum week about 450 museums are to visit. There are extra activities such as workshops, guided tours, tastings, children's treasure hunts, musical performances and the possibility to dress up. This year's theme is: "Let yourself be mesmerized by a museum ...
Lifeboat Day
Early May
In the spring, the Royal Dutch Rescue Society (KNRM) organizes its annual open day. On Lifeboat Day you can look into the rescue station. At all stations are demonstrations, storytelling, and you can see the equipment.
King's Day
King's Day is officially the national celebration of the birthday of the King, but this in reality is only an excuse to party hard. The celebrations takes place all over the Netherlands. Several activities taking place throughout Zandvoort and make the 27th April for a special day.
Fair
Over 300 stalls and a wide range of street theater has to match last year's success. In a matter of three years, the annual market in Zandvoort has grown into an event where visitors and vendors from around the Netherlands especially come to Zandvoort. The whole center of ...
National Mills Day
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Since 1974 the event is held every year on the second Saturday in May. It is a day when as many mills as possible are running. The National Mills Day has now become an annual event. Besides turning and grinding, all kinds of activities take place at a large number of mills, from baking pancakes to music festivals. ...
Wandel 4-daagse
Early June
Fair
Over 300 stalls and a wide range of street theater has to match last year's success. In a matter of three years, the annual market in Zandvoort has grown into an event where visitors and vendors from around the Netherlands especially come to Zandvoort. The whole center of ...
Culinary Zandvoort
While enjoying deliciously culinary delights and a nice drink, enjoy the cozy atmosphere for three days. Each year about 15 restaurants and 3 cafes will ensure another year of Culinary Zandvoort. For a reasonable price you can enjoy the culinary offerings of the many restaurants.
Fiets 4-daagse
Late June
Jaarlijks is er een Fiets4daagse in Zandvoort georganiseerd door de Stichting Zandvoortse 4daagse. Fietsen van dinsdag tot en met vrijdag. Er zijn routes van 15 kilometer rond en door Zandvoort. Er kan elke avond gestart worden bij het Rode Kruisgebouw, Nicolaas Beetslaan 14, te Zandvoort tussen ...
Fair
Over 300 stalls and a wide range of street theater has to match last year's success. In a matter of three years, the annual market in Zandvoort has grown into an event where visitors and vendors from around the Netherlands especially come to Zandvoort. The whole center of ...
Fair
Over 300 stalls and a wide range of street theater has to match last year's success. In a matter of three years, the annual market in Zandvoort has grown into an event where visitors and vendors from around the Netherlands especially come to Zandvoort. The whole center of ...
Heritage Days
Second Saturday and / or second Sunday in September
Open Monuments Day is held every year halfway through September, when thousands of monuments in the Netherlands are free to the public. The participating monuments can be recognized by the Open Monuments Day flag as shown here. Open Monuments Day is organized to encourage people to know more about their historical ...
