What to Experience in Oostkapelle: Events & Activities
Below, you'll find our selection of the finest events in Oostkapelle 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.
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.
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Ice rink in Middelburg
Early December to early January
From mid-December you can grab your skates again and show off your tricks on the ice. Of course it is also possible to rent skates.
Trekker Light Tour
Tussen kerst en oudejaarsdag
Ook in 2022 er weer een Trekker Light Tour op Walcheren! Deze zal plaats vinden op donderdag 29 december 2022. Wie versiert er dit jaar de mooiste trekker of ...
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National Museum Week
Begin april
During this Museum week about 450 museums are to visit. There are extra activities such as workshops, guided tours, tastings, children's treasure hunts, musical performances and the possibility to dress up.
Easter market
Every year on Easter there is a market fare on the Boulevards of Vlissingen. There are 150 stalls representing various sectors such as: jewelry, clothing, perfume, greeting cards, beach towels, books, fish, waffles, sweets, nuts, leather, fresh ...
King's Day in Oostkapelle
April 27
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 Oostkapelle and make the 27th April for a special day.
Liberation Day Zeeland
The Liberation Festival (Liberation Festival)Zeeland is celebrated every year on the 5th of May in Vlissingen. We celebrate freedom with musical performances on various stages, discussion programmes, and the Freedom Square. The festival ...
Market in Domburg
Entire Summer
Each week during the summer months, the centre of Domburg transforms into a vibrant and colourful spectacle: the weekly market. Cherished by both locals and tourists, this event presents a wonderful opportunity to experience Zeeland culture up close and discover authentic ...
National Mills Day
Tweede weekend van mei
Since 1974 the event is held every year on the second Saturday in May. It is a day when as many mills as possible are running. The National Mills Day has now become an annual event. Besides turning and grinding, all kinds of activities take place at a large number of mills, from baking pancakes to music festivals. ...
Kunstroute Oostkapelle
End August
Tijdens de Kunstroute Oostkapelle laten meerdere kunstenaars hun werken zien op verschillende locaties in Oostkapelle. Er is een gevarieerd aanbod zoals: schilderen, beeldende kunst, keramiek, glas in lood, quilts, bonsai, kaartknipkunst.
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 ...
ZeelandJazz in Middelburg
The international jazz festival is held in the entire city of Middelburg during the weekend. During the four-day event artists perform, both professionals and amateurs, from home and abroad. Not only on a big stage in the Abdijplein (Abbey Square), but also in the ...
Funfair in Domburg
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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 Domburg it is still possible every year, at the end of June.
Market in Oostkapelle
July & August
The weekly tourist market in Oostkapelle there throughout the summer every Thursdays from 10:00 to 19.00 hrs. At the market, you'll always find the best deals, fresh seasonal produce, beautiful souvenirs, and a pleasant atmosphere.
Night market Middelburg
August
The night market has been a great success and a crowd pleaser for many year. Due to its wide variety there is something for everyone. There are over 100 stalls at the night market. Add to that the festive lighting, cozy cafes, fine dining at one of the many restaurants, cheerful live ...
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 ...
Funfair in Vlissingen
End of 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 Vlissingen it is still possible every year, at the end of July. Opening hours of the fair in Flushing: daily from 14:00 to 24:00. On Thursday during the ...
Mosselfeesten Middelburg
End of July
In July, for three days straight, one can indulge in the delicious Zeeland delicacy, the mussel, in Middelburg. At the Vlasmarkt, Koorkerkplein, and Damplein, hospitality entrepreneurs let guests enjoy a wide variety of mussel and other seafood dishes. The whole event is spiced up with street and amateur artists.
Trekkertrek Aagtekerke
During the event, tractors attempt to cover a hundred meters with a heavy load on their trailer. Many spectacular machines will showcase their power. Furthermore, there is entertainment for both young and old on the premises. This makes Trekkertrek Aagtekerke a true family event. Tickets can be purchased at ...
Midsummer Night Market Vlissingen
Early August
Every year in early August, the Midsummer Night Market is held on the Boulevards of Vlissingen. Once again, we've succeeded in surprising and spoiling you with an evening in Vlissingen. The Midsummer Night Market opens ...
Funfair in Middelburg
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 Middelburg it is still possible every year, early August.
Folkloric day in Middelburg
Mid July
Ring Riding is a folkloric tradition where the ring rider sits on a horse and puts a lance through a ring. He gallops to a scaffold where the ring is attached to. In Middelburg it is practiced as a serious sport, even though it's a folkloric activity.
Oostkapelle Day
End of August
Discover what Oostkapelle has to offer on this day! All activities are related to Oostkapelle: residents share what interests them, organisations provide information on what they do in the village, active working groups involve you, and everything that makes ...
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, ...
Kunstroute Oostkapelle
End August
Tijdens de Kunstroute Oostkapelle laten meerdere kunstenaars hun werken zien op verschillende locaties in Oostkapelle. Er is een gevarieerd aanbod zoals: schilderen, beeldende kunst, keramiek, glas in lood, quilts, bonsai, kaartknipkunst.
Film by the Sea
End September
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 ...
Open Monuments Day in Oostkapelle
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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 Oostkapelle can be recognised by the Open Monuments Day flag, ...
Jazz by the Sea
September
Jazz by the Sea is an annual music festival held in Domburg. For years, this event has attracted jazz enthusiasts from all over the country and beyond, drawn both to the music and the unique atmosphere of the quaint seaside town on the Zeeland ...
