Get ready for some spooky fun!

Join us for our Trick-or-Treat / Lantern Parade on October 18th and 25th!

Children will embark on an exciting, eerie adventure, encountering chilling characters like witches, zombies, Día de los Muertos figures, and horror clowns. Each creature has a special task that, once successfully completed, earns the brave participant a delicious treat!

Don't miss out on the thrills! Check the entertainment program for other fun events.

Discover Enchanted Gardens in Castle Gardens Arcen: the flower and plant park is transformed into a magical world of light and colour. In this fairytale setting, you will experience how nature merges with technology and art.

Stroll along the light-adorned paths and enter a world that seems to have escaped straight from a dream. Every corner reveals new surprises in a magical feast of colors with thousands of points of light and hypnotic waterfalls of light!

Stimulate your imagination from October 10 to November 1,2025 in the evening. Enchanted Gardens can be visited every day from 19:00 to 23:00 during this period. Due to the winter time, which makes it dark earlier, Enchanted Gardens can be visited from 26 October to 1 November from 18:00.

More details here.

- Winter Fever Arena: winter pavilion on the Munsterplein with roller skating rink and events for young and old.

- 28 November to 4 January

- Winter Fever Arena on the Munsterplein

More details here.

Experience the magic of Magical Maastricht Vrijthof

The most atmospheric winter event in the Netherlands is even more magical this year than before. Visit 'Magical Maastricht Vrijthof' in December and be enchanted by winter activities, nostalgic attractions, delicious food, the cozy Christmas market and all the new surprises.

More details here.

Get ready for the Sjtasiefestasie! This vibrant carnival celebration returns to Roermond's Stationsplein on Carnival Saturday, February 14, 2026.

The square opens to the public at 11:11 a.m., with the main festivities running from 1:11 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. This event brings together people of all ages for an unforgettable party.

Entry is €6.88. Come join us for an afternoon of non-stop music and fun!

More details here.

The 't Remunjs Vastelaoves Meziek Sjpektakel (Roermond Carnival Music Spectacle) focuses on the carnival celebrators from Roermond with predominantly local artists and new talent. This makes it a good complement to, on the one hand, the Sjtasiefestasie (Station Festivities), which features all the top regional carnival artists, and, on the other hand, the Remunjse Geis (Roermond Spirit), where Roermond's nostalgia is brought to the fore.

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Pop on Top has been a household name in Valkenburg aan de Geul and the surrounding area for years. What once started as an initiative to put the city on the map with a fun and high-quality festival, has now grown into a popular event where thousands of people come together. The special location on top of the Cauberg with the green landscape and the breathtaking view provides a unique festival experience that you will not find anywhere else.

Pop on Top is all about connection and fun for young and old. It is a real family celebration where you can discover new music in addition to well-known sing-alongs. The atmosphere is always warm, Burgundian and inviting, with several stages and atmospheric places where you can enjoy live music, good food and a nice ambiance.

In addition to Pop on Top, Rock on Top has also become a permanent fixture, a festival day especially for rock lovers. Here, solid guitars, raw energy and good vibes are central, with performances by emerging talent and experienced cover bands. Rock on Top offers a mature and dynamic atmosphere that fits perfectly with the rest of the festival program.

Whether you come to dance, sing along, enjoy the view or just relax, you will feel right at home at Pop on Top and Rock on Top. Every year we manage to offer a nice mix of fun, music and quality, and in 2025 we will celebrate a special anniversary: 15 years of Pop on Top.

With various stages such as the Topstage, Bergbühne, Café Nol, Love Field and the Silent Disco, there is something for everyone. Come and see for yourself why Pop on Top and Rock on Top have been among the region's favorite festivals for years!

More details here.

For more than 50 years, Pinkpop has brought generations together for legendary shows and an unforgettable festival atmosphere. As the oldest uninterrupted open-air pop festival in the world, Pinkpop welcomes thousands of visitors to Landgraaf every year, where world stars and new talent shine on stage. With a rich history and a fresh look at the future, Pinkpop remains the festival for young and old.

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Solar Weekend is one of the most creative festivals in the country. Every year, eight hundred creatives and artists contribute to the festival. Expect alternative sports, wacky games, beautiful buildings, art and playful theatre. There is also a lot to see musically. Live acts alternate with great DJs from the House and Techno scene. The entire front line of hip-hop and urban is also programmed on Solar. If you really want to experience the festival, it is a good idea to be present for the full four days. The campsite has become a festival in itself, with three (!) stages, a 72-hour Silent Disco and the legendary water pistol fight with thousands of participants.

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Zomerparkfeest is a free, four-day cultural festival in the Julianapark in Venlo. With more than 94,000 visits over four days and a program of more than 130 acts, it is also one of the largest Dutch festivals of its kind. The focus of the programming is on music in all genres. In addition, there are performances in the field of dance, theatre, fashion, film, literature, art and science. Zomerparkfeest is a summer culture cocktail that puts Venlo on the map. Ever since 1977.

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Theater De Oranjerie in Roermond boasts a theater hall with approximately 800 comfortable seats. It hosts a diverse program featuring both national and international performances, and also serves as a venue for business events.

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André Rieu will return to the Vrijthof in 2026 and invites fans worldwide to a great grand party! Experience the magic of André Rieu during a festive and memorable evening and discover why André Rieu is one of the most popular live acts in the world!

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GLOW is a free to visit light art festival in the public space of Eindhoven with about 35 light artists from home and abroad. The light art projects are connected to each other via a walking route. In addition to major international light artists, GLOW makes room for innovative and unique home-grown projects. 

It is an apotheosis of one, sometimes two or more years of collaboration, experimentation and perfection. Each edition has a theme that is given to the light artists, to incorporate into their light artwork entirely according to their own and free interpretation.

More details here.

The Limburg New Year's Circus is committed to providing a high-quality and unforgettable experience. We bring together top-tier, world-class acts for a unique performance filled with excitement, wonder, and enchantment.

Your experience is elevated by beautiful costumes, stunning lighting, and the rich sounds of a large live circus orchestra. We also ensure a high level of comfort for our audience.

This is more than a show; it's a professionally produced blend of classic circus artistry with a modern twist.

The BOX OFFICE at the circus opens on January 2, 2025.

More details here.

Discover 7,000 Years of Art, from Ancient to Contemporary.

TEFAF Maastricht is widely regarded as the world's premier fair for fine art, antiques, and design, bringing together 7,000 years of art history under one roof. Featuring over 260 prestigious dealers from some 20 countries, TEFAF Maastricht is a showcase for the finest art works currently on the market. Alongside the traditional areas of Old Master paintings, antiques, and classical antiquities that cover approximately half of the fair, you can also find modern and contemporary art, photography, jewelry, 20th century design, and works on paper.

More details here.

Let yourself be enchanted by the view over Roermond at night from the tower of the St. Christopher's Cathedral. Between 7:00 PM and 9:00 PM, you can climb the more than 265 steps in the tower. From the top, you'll enjoy a unique view that makes the city even more beautiful in the evening. Be sure to bring your camera, because you'll want to capture this view!

The starting point for the routes is the "De mortel" parking lot. The event starts at 6:00 PM and ends at 9:30 PM. You can get physical maps at the start, or download and print one yourself. There will be hot chocolate available at both the starting point and the hot chocolate station. You can register until October 19, 2025 to be included on the physical map. If you register after this date, you will still be on the online map. Turn in your coloring page at the start for a chance to win a great prize.

More details here.

- Ghost Tour Date: Saturday, November 1, 2025

- Registration: via www.jeugdwerkthorn.nl

- Registration is open from October 1 to October 3

- Cost: 5 euros per person

- Location: Parking lot of Sports Park Ter Koel, Ittervoorterweg 51, 6017BX in Thorn

More details here.

Twice a week, a fairytale parade (Landal Christmas Parade) passes through the old streets of the town during Christmas City Valkenburg. The historic core forms a spectacular backdrop for the procession of lights with richly decorated floats and groups of dancers in beautiful costumes.

On a Christmas song specially composed for Christmas City, standing still while watching is almost impossible. The lights, dancers, floats and the catchy music make the Landal Christmas Parade one of the big crowd pullers of Christmas City Valkenburg every year.

For visitors to the Landal Christmas Parade, there are public sections at the following locations: Walramplein, Th. Dorrenplein and Dr. Erensstraat. There is always enough space here.

More details here.

The Sinterklaas entry takes place at the jetty of the Grote Hegge. Afterwards there is a Party Program at Zaal Oad Thoear.

Sinterklaas in Roermond

Every year, Sinterklaas, the Petes, his horse and steamboat come to Roermond to celebrate a nice party with the visitors. In 2025 it will be the 75th time that Sinterklaas will celebrate this party in the city center of Roermond.

Sinterklaas will arrive at the Roerkade with his steamboat on Sunday. From here he goes in a colorful parade complete with Pietenfanfare through the center of Roermond (via the Brugstraat, Neerstraat and Paredisstraat) on his way to the Munsterplein. Check out the new route on the map here.

The Sinterklaas entry at the Roerkade in Roermond starts on Sunday, November 16,2025 at 2:00 p.m. and ends around 3:30 p.m. at Munsterplein.

More details here.

Oh, come and have a look…

The House of Nicholas, the place to stay of Saint Nicholas and Petes during their stay in the Netherlands, opens its doors again in the beautiful historic surroundings of the Franciscus Huis Weert.

Children, big and small, take a look in various rooms and discover where Saint Nicholas and Petes sleep, how the Kitchen Pete bakes the gingerbread nuts and where the Petes learn how the sailing route from Spain to the Netherlands runs.

More details here.

During the Light Parade, the city center of Roermond is transformed into an atmospheric display of light and music. Enjoy sparkling, interactive acts that light up the streets and bring the city to life. This year, the route has been extended and runs from Stationsplein to the Markt, offering even more beautiful sights along the way. A special evening full of color, sound, and fun for young and old. The Light Parade starts at 6:30 p.m.

On 13 and 14 December 2025, the 5th edition of the special Christmas event will take place in Limburg's open-air museum Eynderhoof. More than 300 extras, actors, musicians, craftsmen and exhibitors create a great atmosphere that guarantees a special visit.

Being immersed in the atmosphere of Anton Pieck with the whole family, what a special run-up to a beautiful Christmas! Experience the wonderful world of magic, atmosphere and entertainment with one common goal: to make every guest happy. A special experience, from young and old for young and old.

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Experience the familiar nostalgic Christmas atmosphere from grandmother's time during a steam train journey with the special 'Christmas Express'. Softly, the puffing steam locomotive sets the Christmas Express in motion. The steam heating comfortably heats the nostalgic carriage, while strings of steam decorate your window on the outside. Enjoy the beautiful winter landscape of South Limburg!

The Christmas Express will run in 2025/2026 on:

- Saturday 6 December

- Sunday 7 December

- Saturday 13 December

- Sunday 14 December

- Saturday 20 December

- Sunday 21 December

- Friday 26 December

- Saturday 27 December

- Sunday 28 December

- Wednesday 31 December

- Saturday 3 January

- Sunday 4 January

Simpelveld is the beating heart of the Miljoenenlijn. In and around the 110-year-old station building, our volunteers will take you to Christmas from the old days. We would like to welcome you here in style with old-fashioned Christmas music and atmospheric decorations. While the children take a look at the Christmas manger on the platform, you can enjoy hot chocolate with a piece of Limburg pie or a delicious homemade soup in our station restaurant 'Brasserie Perron 4'.

More details here.

All aboard! Reserve a spot on the special winter and Christmas cruise of Rederij Cascade and make an unforgettable journey across the Maasplassen. Huddle up beneath a cozy blanket on de deck of a gorgeously decorated ship and watch the endless starry night. Upon arrival, Santa himself will welcome you aboard and during the cruise, all kinds of delicious Christmas treats will be served.

More details here.

The great parade in Ittervoort is scheduled for Carnival Sunday, February 15, 2026, starting at 2:11 p.m.

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The great parade of Heel, known as the "Groeëte parade Hael," is scheduled for Carnival Sunday, February 15, 2026. It will begin at 2:11 p.m.

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The great Maastricht parade is scheduled for Carnival Sunday, February 15, 2026, starting at 1:33 p.m.

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The Thorn parade is set for Carnival Monday, February 16, 2026, beginning at 2:11 p.m.

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The great parade in Wessem is scheduled for Carnival Monday, February 16, 2026, starting at 2:11 p.m.

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The great Roermond parade, known as the "Vastelaovesoptoch Remunj," is scheduled for Carnival Monday, February 16, 2026. It will begin at 1:11 p.m.

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Many know the Pride from the boat parade in Amsterdam. But worldwide, prides are first and foremost demonstrations.

One year after the Stonewall riots in New York, the first Pride took place in the same city. In the Netherlands, we had to wait until the end of the 70s for a similar protest march, which eventually grew into what we now call Pink Saturday.

The Pride in Amsterdam was first organized in 1996 and was an initiative of the gay hospitality industry. This has had a festive character from the beginning and in fact has little to do with the original protest idea.

With the Pride Walk we want to hold a parade through the center of Roermond as the Pride is actually intended: as a demonstration, where everyone can join. In this way we also commemorate the first Pink Saturday that took place in Roermond in 1979.

More details here.

No two days are the same in Toverland. Every time you have different adventures waiting for you. Be surprised, feast your eyes and feast your senses! During many of the events, Toverland is also open for a long time, so that's extra enjoyment!

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In 2025, Toverland will surprise you with warm moments and festive activities during Winter Feelings. Get ready for cozy, quality time with your whole family.

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The first fair of the year in Roermond is during Carnival. From Carnival Friday to Carnival Tuesday, the Vastelaoveskirmis can be found on the Munsterplein in Roermond with more than 10 attractions for young and old, e.g.: caterpillar track, breakdance, trampoline, merry-go-round, mini carousel, grab cranes and duck catching. The following food stalls are also there: churros, fish, Vietnamese snacks, cotton candy, popcorn and oliebollen.

The Wednesday Market. Every Wednesday from 9:00 to 15:00

The Wednesday market focuses primarily on food and culture. Although it retains its traditional market functionalities, the Wednesday market is, above all, an experience for the visitor, with weekly cooking presentations and performances. The market itself boasts a variety of different products such as fresh fish, artisanal local products, and the famed textile market.

The Organic Market. Every Thursday from 13:00 to 18:00

At this organic market in Wyck, you can stumble open all sorts of great foods. Under the “think global, act locally” motto, you can enjoy products that have been grown with care and love. Pure bliss!

The Friday Market. Every Friday from 9:00 to 15:00

With approximately 400 stalls, the Friday Market is one of the largest wares markets in the Euregion. The fish market stands out, attracting customers from Belgium and even the North of France! The market also possesses a great selection of textiles and furniture.

De Vlooienmarkt. Every Saturday from 10:00 to 17:00

Skitter through an erratic assortment of goods at the flea market on Saturday, whether it be vintage fashion or antique furniture. Eigenzinnige Markt. Every Sunday from 12:00 to 17:00 Find hidden gems in the broad selection of curiosities, antiques, and art at this peculiar market.

www.bezoekmaastricht.nl

The Feelgood Market is a bustling place, full of sustainable, hand-crafted, original, and inspiring (local) products. You can also find tasty (biological) bites, drinks, workshops and great live music. A great day trip for the family!

Parents can relax and stroll through the market while there are numerous fun activities for the children.

www.feelgoodmarket.nl

More information on: www.weert.nl/markt

More information on: www.weareroermond.com

Most atmospheric Christmas market in the Netherlands

In 2025, the Christmas market in the Velvet Cave will take place for the 26th time. Come to our Christmas market in the caves of Valkenburg from 14 November. It is the largest indoor – in an ancient cave – Christmas event in the Netherlands. The Velvet Cave Christmas Market is internationally renowned. In this beautiful Valkenburg Christmas cave you will find many stands in a Christmas atmosphere with Christmas and gift items for everyone.

More details here.

On an adventure in Christmas Town

There is so much to experience in Christmas City Valkenburg! Let yourself be carried away by the underground enchantment in the Christmas caves of Valkenburg with the cosiest stalls, atmospheric lights, the Christmas story told in large and small and meters long miniature villages. The whole town is wrapped in Christmas atmospheres for that unadulterated Christmas feeling. What are you going to do?

More details here.

Experience the Christmas Atmosphere in Thorn

This year, the white town of Thorn is the setting for a romantic Christmas atmosphere for the 30th time.

On Sunday, December 14th, from 11:00 AM to 5:00 PM, the traditional Christmas Market will take place in the attractively decorated historic centre of the white town and at the beautiful Kasteelhoeve De Grote Hegge (De Grote Hegge Castle Farm). The more than 70 stallholders offer visitors an extensive and very varied assortment. A large number of volunteers from the Royal Harmony of Thorn will be providing freshly baked waffles and delicious oliebollen (Dutch doughnuts). The choir “Equal Voices” from Nederweert will take you back to the time of Dickens and Scrooge, singing music in the streets of Thorn. At the Kasteelhoeve De Grote Hegge, there will be exciting raptor shows! These will take place at 1:00 PM and 3:00 PM.

As a Christmas Market visitor, you can walk freely into the beautiful Abbey Church of Thorn from 12:30 PM to 5:00 PM and enjoy a varied series of ensembles under the title “Abdijconcertino’s” (Abbey Concertinos). A special programme ranging from high-level classical wind music to swinging performances with golden oldies. These mini-concerts have been a fixed and very successful part of the Christmas Market in Thorn for years. Just like last year, a nice variety of ensembles will also perform for you in the knight's hall of the Kasteelhoeve De Grote Hegge. Children are also thought of: for them, there will be a magical meet and greet with a magician at the castle farm!

Entry for park guests is free. Free tickets are available at the reception.

This year, you can even visit the Christmas Market by boat with Rederij Cascade (Cascade Shipping Company)! Combine a visit to the white town with a winter cruise in a Christmas atmosphere.

More details here.