If you wish to enjoy an extra day of celebrations this year, head to Leiden on October 3. You’ll find the bars and streets filled with people drinking, dancing, enjoying a traditional stew, and stuffing themselves with haring. To celebrate Leiden’s liberation from the Spanish in 1574, the lucky Leidenaars get the day off work […]
Brought to you by the same start-up responsible for bringing us the strategic board game ImmunoWars, this disease-themed bash puts the fun in funeral. The time has come to unleash that inner mad scientist or demented nurse who's just itching to come out of you; the dress code this year is "black and white", so […]
The idea of buying a house seems pretty simple — if you have the money, you place a bid and seal the deal, right? Believe it or not, there's a lot you should know before you make the big decision to become a homeowner in the Netherlands. Thankfully, you can learn all you need to […]
Are you trying to buy your very own home in the Netherlands near Amsterdam? Pssst... we have a lead for you: in Hoofddorp, Hyde Park is building 3,800 brand-spanking-new apartments! 🗝️ Hyde Park will be a state-of-the-art city district in Hoofddorp with international allure. Curious to learn more? You can! Hyde Park's expat open house […]
Ladies and gentlemen, boys and girls, circus enthusiasts of all ages, get ready to be amazed — because the Netherlands' biggest circus festival has just kicked off in Tilburg. 🎪 The unique universe of Festival Circolo can be visited from October 13 to 22, and trust us, you don't want to miss this. If you're […]
Got kids? Need to entertain them? Wereldmuseum Leiden is hosting the party of the season to celebrate the closing of their Animal Academy — and it's not something you or your kids will want to miss! The beloved DierenAcademie (Animal Academy) exhibition will be closing its doors on October 29 after a successful stint at […]
Time to unleash that inner film buff and grab the popcorn because the 18th edition of the Leiden International Film Festival is ready to welcome you all! 🎉 Whether you're an avid cinephile or just want to unwind in front of some of this year's best films, LIFF puts a spotlight on all the independent, […]
If you’re eager to go trick or treating on All Hallow’s Eve, you will probably be disappointed by the weird looks you’ll get from your Dutch neighbours. While Halloween is not really a big thing in the Netherlands, some elements of the American holiday have started to creep in. You may notice a few Dutch […]
On this day, the clock falls back one hour from 3 AM to 2 AM, meaning you’re getting a whole extra hour to sleep at night! On the other hand, it also means that the days are getting shorter, dark nights longer, and winter is coming in fast. READ MORE | Does the Netherlands have […]
If you were disappointed by the lack of Halloween parties, Sint-Maarten celebrations may make up for it! Some Dutch cities take this seriously, with parades, bonfires, and lantern tours. Sint-Maarten is an exciting day, especially for children. Pumpkins, turnips, and beetroot are turned into spooky lanterns, and kids sing songs in exchange for fruit and […]
Have you set your heart on a new build home in the Netherlands? Wise decision! However, before you sign the dotted line, you should make sure you know all you can about mortgaging a new build. Your choice of mortgage is very important. That's why Viisi and Hyde Park have decided to host a seminar […]
Sinterklaas is one holiday where the Dutch go all out on big celebrations and exciting traditions. While the youngsters sit their shoes under the chimney to receive chocoladeletters (chocolate letters) and other sweet treats, the adults can celebrate the holiday by giving out tailored gifts or writing poems. You’ll find the popular kruidnoten and pepernoten […]
