Traditions & Events
Serious Request 2013 in Leeuwarden
Did you know that tonight three popular radio deejays are being locked up in a glass house in Leeuwarden to collect money for charity?
The...
St Martin’s Day
Did you know this week in some parts of the Netherlands processions take place for St Martin's Day on 11 November? Children walk down...
Pink Monday at Tilburg’s funfair
Did you know that Pink Monday at Tilburg's funfair is not only one of the biggest gay emancipation events in the Netherlands but also...
Saint Nicholas & Santa Claus
Did you know that the figure of Santa Claus is based on Saint Nicholas, the patron saint of children? Back in the 4th century...
Summer Carnival in Rotterdam
Did you know that a huge tropical party takes place this weekend in Rotterdam? Nearly 1 million visitors will go see the extravagant Summer...
United Nations investigates Zwarte Piet
Did you know that United Nations is investigation whether Sinterklaas' helper(s) Zwarte Piet (Black Pete) is a racist caricature?
This year the annual debate about...
Prinsjesdag & the King’s Speech
Did you know that every year on the third Tuesday of September is Prinsjesdag (Budget Day) in the Netherlands?
This is an important ceremonial day...
Backpacks and school books on flagpoles
Did you know it is a tradition to hang your backpack and school books on a flagpole outside your home when you graduate from...
Walking through muddy ditches for fun
Did you know that none of the 1000 walkers of the 'braggeltocht' will cross the finish line with clean clothes?
These participants walk through muddy...