What to Experience in Renesse: Events & Activities
Below, you'll find our selection of the finest events in Renesse 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 ...
Market in Renesse
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Visit the bustling weekly Market in Renesse, a recommendation for anyone wanting to experience the local atmosphere and cuisine. Every Wednesday from April through October, the streets around the Jacobus village church transform ...
Giro di Schouwen-Duiveland
Since 2012: An annual bicycle event, which starts from Fietscafé De Gekroonde Suikerbiet at Nieuwe Haven 141 te Zierikzee. Beautiful routes all over the island. 25, 50 and 100 km.
Middelburg VÓLkoren
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Middelburg VÓLkoren is het grootste korenfestival van Zuid-West-Nederland. In dat weekend zijn tegelijkertijd op ruim twintig locaties in de oude Middelburgse binnenstad, op loopafstand van elkaar, optredens van allerhande koren en ensembles te beluisteren. De centrale locatie hierbij ...
Market in the Hogezoom
A market takes place in the town center of Renesse from 13:00 hrs, in the Hogezoom straat. You will find a great selection of all kinds of products. - Sunday, 21st April 2024 - Spring Market ; - Sunday, 9th June 2024 - Summer Market ; - Saturday, 6th July 2024 - ...
Kunstschouw Westerschouwen
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During the third week of June, the western corner of Schouwen comes alive as the creative epicenter of Zeeland, thanks to the annual event, the Kunstschouw. This is the region's largest contemporary art event, seamlessly connecting art, culture, and the natural environment. Discover the Art Route; Explore an ...
Concert at Sea
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Concert at Sea is one of the biggest festivals in our country. Each year, on the Brouwersdam at the Zeeland coast, the biggest and best national and international artists perform again. The organization is co-owned by the band ...
Five day beach marches
The five day beach march is a five day walking event that goes over the beaches and delta works of Zeeland and Zuid Holland. Two thirds goes over the beach, and a third over paved road.
Evening market
Every year in the summer months several night markets take place. The night market has been a great success and a crowd pleaser for many year. From 19:00 till 00:00 you can find the widest variety of all kinds of items in the town center of Renesse.
Flea market in Zierikzee
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On a cozy summer day, scouring the flea market stalls in Zierikzee. You will find many beautiful second-hand books, curiosities, antiques, toys, handicraft items, and various other items there. For many thousands of people, both buyers and sellers, this event has become a concept that stands ...
City of Dance festival Middelburg
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City of Dance festival is one of the longest-running electronic music festivals in the world and elected as ‘’#2 Best Dutch Dance Festival’’ in 2015, ended in the top 10 in 2016 in the Festival chart of Benelux and is known as THE EDM festival of the South-West part of The Netherlands. The festival, which ...
Fishing Days Bruinisse
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Each year, the three-day lasting Visserijdagen (Fishing Days) event takes place in Bruinisse. This 'Brusian' Mussel Festival always takes place in the 3rd weekend of July on Thursday, Friday and Saturday. The program is renewed every year and also has a number of fixed elements such as the street fair, the fleet ...
Funfair in Renesse
End July
Who didn’t like it as a child to be swirled around in a carousel or to get sticky from some cotton candy. In Renesse it is still possible every year, at the end of July.
Evening market
Every year in the summer months several night markets take place. The night market has been a great success and a crowd pleaser for many year. From 19:00 till 00:00 you can find the widest variety of all kinds of items in the town center of Renesse.
Funfair in Zierikzee
Early August
Who didn’t like it as a child to be swirled around in a carousel or to get sticky from some cotton candy. In Zierikzee it is still possible every year, early August.
Funfair in Middelburg
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Who didn’t like it as a child to be swirled around in a carousel or to get sticky from some cotton candy. In Middelburg it is still possible every year, early August.
Beachboom
As always, you will be amazed by acts, performances, and a spectacular line-up. Under the guidance of the creative minds, great attention is once again devoted to the decoration of this unique and special venue. A small part of Brouwersdam will be transformed into a true dance arena with a high "feel-good" factor and ...
Evening market
Every year in the summer months several night markets take place. The night market has been a great success and a crowd pleaser for many year. From 19:00 till 00:00 you can find the widest variety of all kinds of items in the town center of Renesse.
Evening market
Every year in the summer months several night markets take place. The night market has been a great success and a crowd pleaser for many year. From 19:00 till 00:00 you can find the widest variety of all kinds of items in the town center of Renesse.
Zeeland Late Summer Festival
Early September
Zeeland is bursting at the seams during the Late Summer Festival (Nazomerfestival). In and around the historic Abbey of Middelburg is the vibrant festival hub, the central meeting point. A daily varied range of small productions, concerts, dance, ...
Film by the Sea
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Every year in September, Vlissingen briefly becomes the backdrop for (inter)national film stars. During this period, Cine City cinema organises the International Film Festival Film by the Sea. The festival screens a ...
Festival by the Sea
Early September
Early September, the acoustic live party band festival is held in Renesse every year. With over eighteen participating bands, together accounting for about four hundred musicians. Everything is in the middle of the center of ...
Open Monuments Day in Renesse
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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 Renesse can be recognised by the Open Monuments Day flag, ...
MORGEN festival
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Het strand van Renesse wordt in september omgetoverd tot een festivalterrein voor de eerste editie van MORGEN. Het festival combineert muziek, wetenschap, techniek, kunst en eten en drinken en heeft als thema: de toekomst.
Market in the Hogezoom
A market takes place in the town center of Renesse from 13:00 hrs, in the Hogezoom straat. You will find a great selection of all kinds of products. - Sunday, 21st April 2024 - Spring Market ; - Sunday, 9th June 2024 - Summer Market ; - Saturday, 6th July 2024 - ...
Marathon Zeeland
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Every year, on the first weekend of October, the province of Zeeland comes alive with the largest annual sporting event: Marathon Zeeland. Over this weekend, nearly 20,000 athletes participate in various disciplines, experiencing the beauty of the Zeeland coastline in all its glory. [eventimg-144-3]Diversity of ...
Market in the Hogezoom
A market takes place in the town center of Renesse from 13:00 hrs, in the Hogezoom straat. You will find a great selection of all kinds of products. - Sunday, 21st April 2024 - Spring Market ; - Sunday, 9th June 2024 - Summer Market ; - Saturday, 6th July 2024 - ...
Market in the Hogezoom
A market takes place in the town center of Renesse from 13:00 hrs, in the Hogezoom straat. You will find a great selection of all kinds of products. - Sunday, 21st April 2024 - Spring Market ; - Sunday, 9th June 2024 - Summer Market ; - Saturday, 6th July 2024 - ...
Lichtjestour
Ook in 2023 er weer een Lichtjestour op Schouwen-Duiveland! Deze zal plaats vinden op 30 december 2023. Wie versiert er dit jaar de mooiste trekker of truck? Route en tijden 2023; - Starten in Nieuwerkerk ; - Ouwerkerk ; - Oosterland (langs de saele), ; - Bruinisse ...
2025
New Year's Day plunge
January 1
On 1 January, the new year starts on Schouwen-Duiveland with a refreshing tradition: the New Year's Dip of Westerschouwen. This tradition, held annually since 1996, provides much entertainment on the beaches. For the 26th time, locals and ...
Straô Renesse
From mid February to late March every Saturday
Straô is an enchanting annual tradition that captures the hearts of horse enthusiasts and culture lovers on the beautiful island of Schouwen-Duiveland in the Netherlands. This event, rooted in ancient pagan traditions, celebrates the magical connection between nature and the ...
Market in Renesse
Entire Summer, every Wednesday
Visit the bustling weekly Market in Renesse, a recommendation for anyone wanting to experience the local atmosphere and cuisine. Every Wednesday from April through October, the streets around the Jacobus village church transform ...
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. ...
King's Day in Renesse
King's Day is officially the national celebration of the birthday of the King, but this in reality is only an excuse to party hard. The celebrations takes place all over the Netherlands. Several activities taking place throughout Renesse and make the 27th April for a special day. Programma 2024; ...
National Mills Day
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 ...
