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Wadden Sea UNESCO World Heritage Site offers many fun, exciting or relaxing events. On all the islands and on the Wadden Sea coast you will find enough to do to fill your agenda completely.

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Meevaren op historisch erfgoed WR4 of WR60 tijdens VISTIVAL
Meevaren op historisch erfgoed WR4 of WR60 tijdens VISTIVAL
Friday 10 July

On Saturday, July 11, during the VISTIFAL in Den Oever, you can take a trip on the historic wooden sailing ships, the WR173, WR60, and WR4.
Pioniers waren we, Pioniers zijn we!
Pioniers waren we, Pioniers zijn we!
until 11 July

A theatrical ode to the pioneering spirit of Hollands Kroon, in a unique location in Middenmeer. Featuring local actors of all ages.
Land van Muziek
Land van Muziek
10 July, 6 August and 2 more days

Swing along to the biggest pop hits during Land van Muziek at Land van Fluwel. A cheerful afternoon full of music, dance, and friendship bracelets!
Seal tour with the Regina Andrea
Seal tour with the Regina Andrea
until 28 August
VIStival
VIStival
Friday 10 July

VIStival is a festival in the harbor of Den Oever where visitors can experience fishing up close.
Theatervoorstelling Pioniers waren we, Pioniers zijn we
Theatervoorstelling Pioniers waren we, Pioniers zijn we
until 11 July

Theatre performance about pioneering, progressiveness, conservatism, fear, and courage.
Fietslân | The First 100 Years
Fietslân | The First 100 Years
until 4 October

Discover how ingenuity and craftsmanship gradually shaped the bicycle into the two-wheeler we know today.
Zandspektakel Julianadorp 2026
Zandspektakel Julianadorp 2026
until 30 August

Discover an open-air gallery of impressive sand sculptures in Julianadorp – artworks filled with stories about life by the sea, tulip fields, and m...
Zomerkermis Den Helder
Zomerkermis Den Helder
until 11 July

In the mood for thrills, excitement, and cotton candy? The Summer Fair in Den Helder is back with ten days of fairground fun at Willemsoord!
Avondbraderie Petten
Avondbraderie Petten
10 July, 17 July and 3 more days

Experience an atmospheric evening at Plein 1945 in Petten! From 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM, the square will be transformed into a lively street market!
Maisdoolhof Leven van de Wind
Maisdoolhof Leven van de Wind
until 15 August

Getting lost has never been so much fun! Discover the corn maze, go-kart paradise, and the new Farmers' Stories route at Leven van de Wind in Wieri...
Zomervakantie bij het Marinemuseum
Zomervakantie bij het Marinemuseum
until 29 August

This summer holiday, step back in time to the era of Michiel de Ruyter at the Maritime Museum in Den Helder. Discover what life was like aboard a 1...
Rondleidingen Fort Kijkduin
Rondleidingen Fort Kijkduin
until 10 July 2028

Discover the secrets of Fort Kijkduin on a fascinating free tour! Let yourself be carried away by stories about the fort, its inhabitants, and its...
Blue Food Markt Wieringen
Blue Food Markt Wieringen
until 10 July 2028

Fresh fish, local flavors, and short supply chains. Discover the Blue Food Market on Wieringen.
Private city walk in Leeuwarden
Private city walk in Leeuwarden
until 24 July

Book your own guide for a city walk through Leeuwarden. This is the best way to discover the city. It is not without reason that our tours have bee...
Walk & Talk route Harlingen
Walk & Talk route Harlingen
until 31 December

Chat about the funniest and craziest topics using chat cards. The Walk & Talk route comes in 2 variants: the Family & Friends or the Data route.
Sherlock Tour Detective Game
Sherlock Tour Detective Game
until 8 April 2028

Sherlock is an interactive tour and exciting game in one, right through the heart of Leeuwarden.
Climb de Oldehove
Climb de Oldehove
until 26 October

A visit to Leeuwarden’s famous leaning tower is, of course, a must during your stay in Leeuwarden.
Miniature People Leeuwarden
Miniature People Leeuwarden
daily

Wander through the streets and alleyways of Leeuwarden’s city centre in search of these tiny Liwwadders.
Navy in the spotlight
Navy in the spotlight
until 22 May 2028

The interactive exhibit ''Navy in the spotlight'' sheds some light on the exceptional achievements of Admiral De Ruyter and highlights the developm...
From Harlingen: Wadden Sea Adventure by Fast Motorboat – With a Great Chance of Spotting Seals!
From Harlingen: Wadden Sea Adventure by Fast Motorboat – With a Great Chance of Spotting Seals!
11 July, 12 July and 8 more days

Step aboard our fast motorboat in Harlingen and explore the Wadden Sea like never before! With the tour timed around low tide, there’s a 99% chance...
Open dagen Bijenhouders vereniging Duin en Kogge
Open dagen Bijenhouders vereniging Duin en Kogge
Saturday 11 July

Open days of the Duin en Kogge Beekeepers Association. The program offers a wide range of activities and attractions.
Canal Cruises Singel Prinses
Canal Cruises Singel Prinses
11 July until 31 October
Groene Strand expeditie
Groene Strand expeditie
Saturday 11 July

Join us on an expedition along the beach of Callantsoog and discover which plants, animals, and special beach finds can be found here.