What to Experience in Scheveningen: Events & Activities
Below, you'll find our selection of the finest events in Scheveningen and the surrounding region. Especially in the summer, there are almost daily festivities, ranging from markets and folklore to music performances and sporting events. Yet, even outside the summer season, there's plenty to enjoy in terms of varied activities.
National Mills Day
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The National Mill Day, celebrated annually on the second weekend of May, is a festive day when hundreds of wind and water mills across the Netherlands open their doors to the public. This event, which has been organised since the 1970s, celebrates the country's rich milling history and attracts thousands of visitors ...
Bunker Day
Along the coast of Scheveningen, traces of the Second World War can still be found. Dive into the past and experience history up close during Bunker Day, a unique event that opens the doors to the hidden bunkers along the Dutch coast. From Zeeland to the Wadden Islands, discover the remnants of the Second World ...
Fair
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Sinds 2007 wordt er jaarlijkse een grote Jaarmarkt op de Boulevard van Scheveningen gehouden. Deze Jaarmarkt heeft ruim 150 kramen en begint bij het Carlton Beach Hotel en loopt door tot ver voorbij het Sea Life Center. Op deze Jaarmarkt ...
Aircooled Scheveningen
The VW Beetle and Bus event on the Boulevard of Scheveningen: Aircooled Scheveningen. Free for participants and visitors.
Festival Classique
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Since 2006, the Festival Classique has been an annual highlight in the coastal area of Scheveningen. From its inception, the festival has been committed to proving that classical music enriches everyone, regardless of their background or prior ...
Flag Day
Early June
On Flag Day itself, many activities take place that range from 'Schevenings Tafereel' where the visitor gets to see various trades of Scheveningen, to the mustache competition wherein is battled who has the most sexy, most beautiful or longest mustache. There are also activities for ...
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Sinds 2007 wordt er jaarlijkse een grote Jaarmarkt op de Boulevard van Scheveningen gehouden. Deze Jaarmarkt heeft ruim 150 kramen en begint bij het Carlton Beach Hotel en loopt door tot ver voorbij het Sea Life Center. Op deze Jaarmarkt ...
Beach volleyball tournament
The Beach Volleyball CircuitBeach Life is a series of beach volleyball tournaments played along the coast and inland in which everyone can participate. This is what the Beach Volleyball CircuitBeach Life! ...
The Parade
Early July
The Parade is a traveling festival which offers performances in four major cities regarding theater, dance, music, film and visual arts. In The Hague, the Westbroekpark location where it's at. Westbroek Park becomes the cultural backdrop of theater tents, fountain tents and a nostalgic carousel. There are plenty of ...
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Sinds 2007 wordt er jaarlijkse een grote Jaarmarkt op de Boulevard van Scheveningen gehouden. Deze Jaarmarkt heeft ruim 150 kramen en begint bij het Carlton Beach Hotel en loopt door tot ver voorbij het Sea Life Center. Op deze Jaarmarkt ...
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Sinds 2007 wordt er jaarlijkse een grote Jaarmarkt op de Boulevard van Scheveningen gehouden. Deze Jaarmarkt heeft ruim 150 kramen en begint bij het Carlton Beach Hotel en loopt door tot ver voorbij het Sea Life Center. Op deze Jaarmarkt ...
Live on the Beach
Live on the Beach is the major annual music event on the beach of the Hague's seaside resort, Scheveningen. The beach is a unique venue for both artists and the audience, contributing to a fantastic atmosphere. On a sunny day, enjoy your favourite artist, good ...
SLS Classic Rally
End August
Vier dagen rijden over de prachtigste wegen in België, Luxemburg, Frankrijk en Nederland. Reeds sinds 1952 wordt de SLS georganiseerd; de SLS Classic is vandaag de dag een regelmatigheidsrally voor klassieke auto’s (die uiterlijk op 31 december 1976 op kenteken zijn gezet). Met behulp van de in het routeboek gegeven ...
Food Truck Festival TREK
Every year, the Food Truck Festival TREK transforms the picturesque Westbroekpark in The Hague into a culinary haven. For four days, the park becomes the buzzing epicentre for foodies, families, and music enthusiasts. With its winding paths and ponds, Westbroekpark provides the perfect ...
Open Monuments Day in Scheveningen
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Every year, on a weekend in September, many monuments in the Netherlands open their doors to the public. The participating monuments in Scheveningen can be recognised by the Open Monuments Day flag, ...
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Sinds 2007 wordt er jaarlijkse een grote Jaarmarkt op de Boulevard van Scheveningen gehouden. Deze Jaarmarkt heeft ruim 150 kramen en begint bij het Carlton Beach Hotel en loopt door tot ver voorbij het Sea Life Center. Op deze Jaarmarkt ...
International Kite Festival
End September
At the end of September, the largest international kite event in the Netherlands takes place, the Kite Festival in Scheveningen. Then Scheveningen sees them fly again: kites of all shapes and sizes. This year there are top level kite ...
Museum Night The Hague
Early September
Every year, the city of The Hague transforms into a bustling cultural paradise during Museum Night. As night falls, numerous museums and cultural institutions open their doors for a unique nocturnal experience. Museum Night offers both residents and visitors a wonderful opportunity to acquaint ...
Dune March
Early April
The Dune March is a walk that is held on two days every year (on a Saturday and Sunday). It started in 1952, when the first march was organized by the leadership of Scouting Admiral de Ruijter. In recent years, the number of participants varies between 13.000 and 15.000. The 5, 10, 15, 25 and 40 kilometers can be ...
Crossing Border Festival
November
International literature festival, Programme not yet available but last year’s talents included the likes of Germaine Greer, Lou Reed, Eddi Reader, the Flaming Lips, David Sylvian, Joseph O'Connor, Bob Geldof and Monica Ali.
Ice Rink in Scheveningen
Late November to early January
Experience the charm of the winter season in Scheveningen, set against the iconic backdrop of the Kurhaus hotel. The heart of the Netherlands' most famous seaside resort is transformed into a dazzling Ice Rink, where both young and old can showcase ...
Arrival of Saint Nicholas
End of November
In mid-November, Scheveningen's harbour transforms into a sea of excitement and anticipation as Saint Nicholas sets foot on land. With the salty sea air as a backdrop, the Arrival of Saint Nicholas in Scheveningen is an event filled with tradition and joy. Children and adults gather ...
Christmas market The Hague
Set against the historic backdrop of The Hague city centre, a fairytale transformation is unveiled every December: the Royal Christmas Fair. This annual event on the majestic Lange Voorhout has become a staple, recognised as one of the Netherlands' most beautiful Christmas ...
Light Walk
Winterse kou, donkere avond, passie en romantiek uit vervlogen tijden. In combinatie met de meest moderne lichttechnieken. Kortom, een belevingsevenement dat is dit spiksplinternieuwe wandelevenement, welke dit jaar zijn tweede editie gaat beleven. Waan je in een wonderbaarlijke sprookjeswereld. Er zijn twee afstanden, ...
Start the new year with a refreshing dip in the North Sea during the exciting New Year's Dive in Scheveningen! A Tradition Since 1960; The New Year's Dive in Scheveningen is a long-standing ...
City-Pier-City Run
Every year in early March, the city of The Hague comes to life with the City-Pier-City Run, one of the most atmospheric running events in the Netherlands. This event annually attracts thousands of participants of all ages, who together take on the challenge of the half marathon and ...
Funfair in The Hague
April
Every April, the magic of the Fair comes to life at the Malieveld in The Hague. This expansive field in the heart of the city transforms into a bustling festival full of colour, light, and joy, attracting visitors of all ages. What can you expect at the Fair on the ...
National Museum Week
Begin april
The National Museum Week is an annual event where hundreds of museums throughout the Netherlands open their doors to celebrate the rich culture, art, and history of the country. This event offers a unique opportunity to discover the hidden treasures and famous collections of Dutch museums. ...
