It’s Dahlia time again! Did you know that you can admire and pick Dahlias too? In the colorful Dahlia garden, owned of this family-owned business, you can find 783 (!) varieties of them.

From Monday – Friday, between 9 am – 4 pm, the show garden is open for people who want to take photos or videos.

Dahlia picking is available on Wednesday evenings from 7 pm – 9 pm and on Saturdays between 10 am – 3 pm.

A bucket with 25 to 30 stems costs 15 Euro. You can fill two big vases with these beautiful flowers.

Address: Pastoorslaan 30A, 2182 BX Hillegom

Every year, in the second week of September, The Netherlands comes alive with Open Monumentendag or Open Monuments Day. More than 5,000 monuments historical sites and monuments across the country open their doors to the public.

This year’s theme. ‘Living Heritage’, or Intangible Heritage, sheds light on the cultural customs, traditions, and artisanal skills.

Haarlem and its neighboring communities also participate in Open Monumentendag.

For expats seeking to dive deeper into the culture and history of their host country, Open Monumentendag offers a perfect opportunity.

The event’s official website provides a guide to the monuments that are open for free visits, as well as the activities that are being organized.

Note: some monuments require you to register online in advance.

The ninth edition of the Proefpark Festival, a delicious food truck festival, will take place in the historic Kenaupark from Friday, September 1st to September 3rd.

Foodtrucks will be offering delightful tasting, allowing you to savor dishes from different parts of the world. Furthermore there are options for vegetarians, vegan, those with gluten or lactose sensititvities, and even those seeking low-carb treats – you name it. There is something for everyone.

More info in the latest blog post.

It’s Dahlia time again! Did you know that you can admire and pick Dahlias too? In the colorful Dahlia garden, owned of this family-owned business, you can find 783 (!) varieties of them.

From Monday – Friday, between 9 am – 4 pm, the show garden is open for people who want to take photos or videos.

Dahlia picking is available on Wednesday evenings from 7 pm – 9 pm and on Saturdays between 10 am – 3 pm.

A bucket with 25 to 30 stems costs 15 Euro. You can fill two big vases with these beautiful flowers.

Address: Pastoorslaan 30A, 2182 BX Hillegom

It’s Dahlia time again! Did you know that you can admire and pick Dahlias too? In the colorful Dahlia garden, owned of this family-owned business, you can find 783 (!) varieties of them.

From Monday – Friday, between 9 am – 4 pm, the show garden is open for people who want to take photos or videos.

Dahlia picking is available on Wednesday evenings from 7 pm – 9 pm and on Saturdays between 10 am – 3 pm.

A bucket with 25 to 30 stems costs 15 Euro. You can fill two big vases with these beautiful flowers.

Address: Pastoorslaan 30A, 2182 BX Hillegom

No Summer in Haarlem without the annual Haarlem Jazz and More Festival.

This year marks the 42nd edition, taking place from August 17th to August 19th.

You can enjoy fantastic performances at three outdoor stages in the heart of Haarlem.

The main stage can be found at Grote Markt, Satellite stages at Klokhuisplein and Oude Groenmarkt also offer an amazing lineup.

The Jazz event concludes on Sunday morning, August 2oth, wit a unique concert at the Grote Kerk.

More info with regard to lineup and other festivall info can be found on this website.

The Grote Markt in the heart of Haarlem has been transformed into a grand culinary festival this weekend. Various Haarlem restaurants are offering a delightful culinary selection at friendly prices. This event is free to enter, and payment can be made by card (pin) or cash.

The list of participating restaurants can be found on the website of Haarlem Culinair.

Opening hours : 1 pm – 11 pm.

Under the motto 2 see more than 1, ABC, the center for architecture and urban planning of Haarlem and the Kennemerland region, offers a special promotion from July 8 to Sepetember 3. During this period, all paying visitors are allowed to bring an accompanying guest for free.

The promotion does not apply to the LEGO Summer Mornings on July 26,28, August 30, and September 1.

ABC Architectuurcentrum

Groot Heiligland 47

2011 EP Haarlem

www.architectuurhaarlem.nl

Explore the area and enjoy the scenic beauty of the Haarlem area as you pedak through the picturesque countryside.

Highlight of the tour will be a visit to the ruins of Brederode Caste where we have a guided tour in English. Learn more about valiant knights, feudal lords and their daring escapades.

The tour is an enriching and enjoyable way to make the most of your time in Haarlem while creating lasting memories.

Bookingsform and more deatiled info can be found on this page.

On July 14th, 15th, and 16th, Parksessies will take place, a multidisciplinary festival held in the Haarlemmerhout city park.

It’s an open-air exhibition featuring art, music, theatre, dance, spoken word, and everything in between and around.

This year, the theme of Artificial Intelligence takes center stage.

More info about Parksessies can be found on this page.

Get the ‘je ne sais quoi’ feeling when you wander at tej antique and flea market on the old stately Dreef in Haarlem.

Looking for ‘old masters’ or rare antiques? 

Avisit to this market on the Dreef in Haarlem is worthwhile!

The nearest parking garages are Parkeergarage De Dreef or Parkeergarage Houtplein.  

Explore your musical potential at the open day organized by Muziekles Express.

Muziekles Express

At Muziekles Express, they believe in providing tailored lessons. What sets them apart is the convenience of having the teacher come to your home for the lessons. You can learn in the comfort of your own surroundings.

Discover and grow

The open day is the perfect opportunity to meet the dedicated teachers. They will be available to answer any questions you may have and provide valuable insights into their teaching methods.

The open day program

Doors are open 11.30 a.m – 13,30 p.m at Theater De Liefde, Begijnhof 10 in Haarlem.

Following the open day, students will showcase their talent in a concert.

To secure your spot at this concert, visit the website for concert tickets and more info.

On Sunday, June 18th, the annual Hout Festival takes place in De Hout in Haarlem.

What can one expect?

During this festival, visitors embark on a cultural and culinary journey, enjoying a variety of music, (children’s) theater, and visual art.

Houtnacht prior to Hout Festival

Prior to Hout Festival on Sunday, you can already get in the mood during the Houtnacht. You can enjoy from a range of local acts representing diverse musical subcultures.

The festival program

Saturday Houtnacht from 6 p.m. – 11.59 p.m.

Sunday Hout Festival noon – 11 p.m.

Sunday Children’s Festival from noon – 6 p.m.

The annual Haarlem flower and plant market, also known as the “potjes market” or “Luilak market,” is just around the corner.

Are you looking for plants for your garden or balcony? Or do you want to start an herb garden? On this market, which has been held since 1890, there is something to be found for every garden or balcony.

From Friday 4 PM until Saturday morning 2 AM, you will find a continuous display of flowers and plants on the Raamvest and Raamsingel.

Luilak

Where does Luilak originate from? It is said to have started when the French army marched into Amsterdam in 1672. Piet Lak, the night watchman on duty, had fallen asleep and, as a result, couldn’t warn the troops in time about the arrival of the French army.

The tradition dictates that on Saturday morning, children go door-to-door very early in the morning ringing doorbells or making noise with pots, pans, and tin cans in the streets to wake up people who are still asleep.

Book lovers, mark your agenda. Mona Cottage Publishing opens a Pop-Up Book Shop on May 28 at the Badhuis at Leidseplein 49 in Haarlem.

Doors will be open from 2 p.m. – 4.30 p.m.

Adults as well as kids can buy used books in English and a few other languages.

Program

2 p.m. Doors will be open

2 p.m. – 4.30 p.m. Shop for books all ages

2.10 p.m. Story time with Monika

3 – 4 p.m. Art workshop with illustrator Monika

4,30 p.m. Doors will close