Flea markets, parties and happy people in orange everywhere – King's Day is the most fun party of the year! But where should you go for the best activities? Whether you want to know which city will receive a royal visit or where the best festivals are, we have it all sorted for you.
Royal visit in Dokkum
This year, we’ll be celebrating King’s Day on Monday, April 27, 2026! The royal family will be visiting Dokkum in the province of Friesland this year. The city is gearing up for a festive day filled with fun, music, and, of course, plenty of orange spirit.
Fun fact about the city: Dokkum is one of the eleven cities on the famous Elfstedentocht route!
It promises to be a lively event, so whether you’re coming for the flea market, the festivities, or the royal visit: Dokkum is the place to celebrate King’s Day 2026!
King's Day in Amsterdam
On King's Day, the capital transforms into a giant festival site. Whether you want to browse the flea market early in the morning or party until the late hours, Amsterdam has it all! Book an overnight stay at one of our three (!) hostels and make the most of your King's Day (and night). Will you choose the cosy Stayokay Vondelpark, will you crawl into bed after a long night at Stayokay Stadsdoelen or will you wake up at Stayokay Amsterdam Oost?
Flea markets in Amsterdam
From Museumplein to the Jordaan neighbourhood: you will find flea markets full of hidden gems everywhere you go. Want to score the best second-hand finds? Then you need to be in Beethovenstraat and the Rivierenbuurt neighbourhood. For a creative twist, check out the Bredeweg Festival in Watergraafsmeer – a flea market and a cultural spectacle with street theatre and opera.
For kids, the Vondelpark is the place to sell their stuff, and at the NDSM site (Vrijhaven) it's all about creativity, music and fun!
King's Day festivals in Amsterdam
Do you like festivals? Then Amsterdam is the place for you!
- Burst by Loveland is een Koningsdagfestival op 27 april 2026 in het Meerpark, Amsterdam, met één podium en acts als Sally C and Chris Stussy.
Kingsland 2025: Amsterdam and Groningen
Kingsland celebrates its 11th edition in both Amsterdam and Groningen with artists such as Roxy Dekker, Ronnie Flex and SFB.
And I hear you thinking, how do all these artists get from one side of the country to the other? They're flown up and down by helicopters! A unique event on the royal birthday.
🛏️ Not ready to go home yet? Then stay a night in one of our hostels in Amsterdam!
King's Day in The Hague
The Hague will be coloured bright orange and, as is tradition, will pull out all the stops! King's Night starts here on Sunday 26 April with parties lasting until the early hours, and on King's Day itself there is plenty to experience.
Flea markets in The Hague
From the cosy ‘De Fred’ to the Spaarwaterveld: the flea markets in The Hague are a must-visit. For a colourful twist, head to the Lange Voorhout, where you can stroll among the most beautiful flowers.
Out and about with the kids? Then visit the King's Fair at the Malieveld, open from 3 to 27 April!
King's Day festivals in The Hague
New this year: Oranjeroes Festival in Zuiderpark! With three stages and a mix of techno, house and Eurodance, this will be a smashing party.
King's Night in The Hague
The iconic The Life I Live Festival on King's Night is free and takes place at various locations in the city centre. Would you rather sing along with Dutch artists? Then you should head to Hollands Live in Zuiderpark, where Gerard Joling and Monique Smit will be performing.
King's Day in Eindhoven
Eindhoven is known for its large-scale parties and festivals. Would you like to experience both King's Night and King's Day? Book an overnight stay and experience the party to the fullest!
Flea markets in Eindhoven
Stroll along more than 100 stalls in the Stadswandelpark or go to WoensXL, where shopping, restaurants and cafes and flea markets come together.
King's Day festivals in Eindhoven
- Eindhoven = King – the city's biggest King's Day festival.
- Supersized Kingsday Festival at Aquabest, with seven areas full of hardstyle and hardcore.
- Royal Dutch Eindhoven on Stadhuisplein with free admission and live performances by Lies Zhara, Poke and more artists!
🛏️ Don't want to miss anything of Kings night and Kings day in Eindhoven? Then stay at our new hostel in Eindhoven in the hip Strijp S area!
King's Day in Utrecht
Utrecht is bursting with fun with flea markets, squares full of music and a festive atmosphere.
Flea markets in Utrecht
The best flea markets can be found in Voorstraat, Witte Vrouwen and Bemuurde Weerd. Extra fun: Utrecht starts its evening flea markets on Sunday 26 April!
King's Day festival in Utrecht
Go wild at SOIA (Strand Oog In Al), Utrecht's city beach, with a mix of house, urban and guilty pleasures.
King's Night in Utrecht
Want to party for free? On Neude, Janskerkhof and Domplein there will be open-air stages with performances that will have you dancing the night away.
🛏️ Make it a cosy weekend and stay in our city hostel in Utrecht!
Will we see you soon?
Did you enjoy King's Day and feel like discovering more Dutch cities? Check our blog for the best city trips in the Netherlands and get inspired! Where will you go after King's Day?
