Events

A tour of the historic centre of Gemert Forest will be provided by VVV guides.

Incredible displays of scarecrows transforming Frans van Bestpark into an outdoor exhibition of creativity. Live music, theatre, good food and an extensive children's programme

A fifty kilometres bicycle ride passing the most beautiful spots of the region, combined with the local culinary cream of the crop.

The history of the town of Valkenswaard is as long as it is rich. For example, it was the first Dutch town to be liberated by the English in 1944. Its falconry and cigar industries used to be of international renown.

Immerse yourself completely in nature on the two kilometres of the Beaver Path in Hamont-Achel. Seasoned boys and girls go barefoot for the full experience, but it is of course no problem if you want to keep your shoes on.

Every Thursday, the weekly market takes place on Valkenswaard's Market Square. It is the liveliest and best weekly market in Brabant, also popular with Belgian visitors. In summer, there is often live music. After shopping, you can enjoy one of the many surrounding terraces.

Discover the origins, nature and monuments of Budel-Dorplein. Every last Sunday of the month.

Enjoy talent from our own country with Ezra Veldman's spectacular Diabolo act and clown Marco who makes young and old laugh. Miss Stefania and the Skating Donnerts are also joining the party.

Hippische Vereniging "St. Servatius" is organizing a traditional carriage ride with authentic carriages. The carriages will drive individually along a beautiful route, stopping in Borkel and Schaft for lunch. Come and admire these rolling museum pieces up

The opening of the cultural season in Valkenswaard. This free festival weekend makes the whole centre of Valkenswaard buzz. And of course with Bloemencorso Valkenswaard, the cosiest dahlia festival in Brabant with the theme: Hocus Focus!

Every year, on the second weekend of September, the “Stichting Bloemencorso Valkenswaard” (Foundation Flower parade Valkenswaard) organizes the annual Flower Parade.