What’s On
Special events in August Want to post a community event in this magazine? Contact ACCESS Magazine at editor@access-nl.org subject: ‘What’s On’.
Haarlem Culinair
Ballon Fiësta Barneveld
haarlemculinair.nl (Dutch only)
ballonfiestabarneveld.nl (Dutch only)
2 - 5 August – Haarlem
22 - 25 August –Barneveld
Attracting large crowds, this is the 24th edition of this yummy festival. Restaurants from Haarlem and the surrounding area present their best dishes in one location and for affordable prices. It is an excellent opportunity to visit the beautiful city of Haarlem and sample some super-creative cuisine.
Do not miss the unique up-close sight of hot air balloons floating above in the Barneveld sky. This four-day event also features extraordinary balloons in non-traditional shapes that are guaranteed to steal the show. Enjoy various activities on the ground while watching the balloons as you wait for the spectacular nightglow and laser show that closes each day of this celebration.
The Giants of Royal de Luxe friesland.nl/en/european-capital-of-culture/ calendar/202169970/ the-giants-of-royal-de-luxe
The Royal de Luxe French street theatre is bringing its iconic giants to the European capital of culture! In this truly impressive event, 12-meter-tall giants are going to walk through the streets of Leeuwarden. The giants are also going to be sleeping out on the street, so you can come sing a lullaby and even have breakfast with them!
PHOTO: BEN BL+ÑSS
17 - 19 August – Leeuwarden
Brabantsedag brabantsedag.nl (Dutch only)
OVG Veerhaven Concert veerhavenconcert.nl (Dutch only)
26 August – Heeze PHOTO: ROYAL DE LUXE ARTCOMPRESS PASCAL VICTOR
25 - 26 August – Rotterdam Launched in 1958, this is the 61st edition of this special day that celebrates Brabant’s folklore and culture. During the day young and old can enjoy cabaret, art, street theatre and music as they get to know a little more about the province of Brabant. The highlight of it all is the cultural history parade where floats and actors liven up the streets of Heeze like only Brabant can do!
A special open-air performance of the Rotterdam Philharmonic Orchestra and the Toonkunst Amsterdam Choir in Veerhaven offers experiencing classical music in a different way. 130 musicians take the stage on a floating pontoon, and spectators are welcome to view and listen from a boat or from the docks as they float on the sound of music.
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