De Parade (The Parade) is a traveling theater and arts festival that tours major Dutch cities each summer, transforming parks in Rotterdam, The Hague, Utrecht, and Amsterdam into vibrant cultural fairgrounds. Under colorful tents and open skies, visitors enjoy an eclectic mix of theater, dance, music, and cabaret, often in intimate, experimental formats. Beyond the performances, the festival buzzes with food stalls, bars, and a lively carnival atmosphere, making it as much a social gathering as an artistic showcase. With its playful spirit and ever-changing program, De Parade is a beloved highlight of the Netherlands’ summer cultural calendar.
DATES & TIMES
• Rotterdam — Museumpark: Fri 19 – Sun 28 June 2026. Official dates.
• The Hague — Westbroekpark: Fri 3 – Sun 19 July 2026. Official dates.
• Amsterdam — Martin Luther Kingpark: Fri 24 July – Sun 9 August 2026. Official dates.
• Utrecht — Moreelsepark: Fri 14 – Sun 30 August 2026. Official dates.
• Typical daily hours (all cities): Grounds open from 14:00; close 00:00 (Sun–Thu) / 02:00 (Fri–Sat). Opening Friday starts 18:00; final Sundays may close earlier. Info for internationals.
• Rotterdam note: Sun–Fri opening is typically from 16:00 at Museumpark.
LOCATION
• Rotterdam: Museumpark (city centre). Open in Google Maps.
• The Hague: Westbroekpark (near the Rosarium). Open in Google Maps.
• Amsterdam: Martin Luther Kingpark (Rivierenbuurt). Open in Google Maps.
• Utrecht: Moreelsepark (next to Utrecht Centraal). Open in Google Maps.
TICKETS & ENTRY
• Festival grounds (all cities): First hour free (except opening Friday). Then: Adults €10 · 12–17 €3 · ≤11 free. After 22:00 → €5. Prices & details.
• Amsterdam only: + €1.50 city entertainment tax per visit.
• Show tickets (all cities): usually €3.50–€13.50; buy online, at the on‑site kiosk, or at the tents. How to buy.
GOOD TO KNOW
• Cashless across the festival (card/phone only). Practical info.
• Language‑No‑Problem (LNP) shows are curated each year—ideal if you don’t speak Dutch. Find LNP info.
• Plan your night: Check the programme and block schedule to stack 2–4 short shows back‑to‑back. Programme · Block schedule.
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