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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• When: Tuesday, August 11, 2026 | 21:00 – 23:00
• Where: Sjtasie Swalmen
• Tickets: From €9

Kick off the Limburg Festival with an unforgettable evening at Sjtasie Swalmen! Following a warm welcome from the Mayor of Roermond, the night explodes into action with a fiery set by Nieuwe Helden and groundbreaking performance collective La Piratesse.

Get ready for an immersive spectacle where live music, spoken word, striking visuals, and extravagant costumes meet sharp, socially critical storytelling. It's a night of pure imagination designed to inspire, amaze, and make you think.

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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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• When: Saturday, August 22, 2026 | 13:00 – 00:30
• Where: In de Häöfkes, Swalmen
• Admission: Free

Get ready for Sjwaampop - Swalmen’s premier free festival for music lovers of all ages! Step into a vibrant atmosphere filled with swinging beats, raw guitar riffs, and electric energy.

From breakout regional talent to popular Dutch acts spanning pop, rock, and dance, this year's lineup has something for everyone.

2026 Lineup:

• Kirchroa Tropical
• Call It Off plays Taylor Swift!
• Billy Spandex
• Rave van Fortuin
• Tommy Gazer
• Emo Night Mainland DJs
• Revuelution
• The Suzets
• DJ Mark Mono

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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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A live open-air concert featuring a blend of classical and pop music with Euregional flair, performed from the stage on the Roerkade.

You can enjoy this concert - complete with three large LED screens - from the following locations:

*The Vismarkt, Looskade, and Roerkade quaysides.

*The terraces along the Roerkade (the quay will be closed to traffic).

August 14, 2026

From 9:00 PM to 11:00 PM, Roerkade

Free admission

More than 75 elegant vintage cars, classic motorcycles, and mopeds will be shining on Munsterplein (and Graaf Gerardstraat) in the heart of Roermond. A fun and free afternoon for the whole family, from the young to the young at heart!

- August 9, 2026

- From 1:00 PM to 5:00 PM, Munsterplein

- Free admission

Lantern parade with decorated & illuminated boats on the Meuse and Maasplassen in Roermond, concluding with a fireworks show.

• When: September 19, 2026
• Where: From 7:30 PM to 10:15 PM
• Location: Maasplassen (Meuse Lakes)

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• When: September 19 – September 23, 2026
• Where: Market Square (Markt), Swalmen
• Admission: Free Entry

Bring the family and soak in the fun at the annual Swalmen Funfair right in the heart of town! Featuring over 15 thrilling rides and games, there is something for fairgoers of all ages.

Attraction highlights include the Breakdance, bumper cars, caterpillar ride, mini wave swinger, merry-go-rounds, trampolines, claw machines, and duck fishing.

Plus, satisfy your cravings with a delicious variety of food stalls—from classic cotton candy, popcorn, roasted peanuts, and freshly fried churros to savory fish and Vietnamese specialties!

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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