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What to do Father's Day 2017

Father's Day 2017. Tips and ideas for Father's Day 2017. Fun outings for Father's Day 2017. Don't know what to do on Friday 16 June, Saturday 17 June and Sunday 18 June? Then read on quickly to make it a successful Father's Day weekend

Museum Harbor Days Gouda

The Museum Harbor Days will be organized in Gouda from Friday 16 June to Sunday 18 June 2017. Young and old can enjoy various activities, the perfect outing for Father's Day. You can participate in a cruise along old museum ships, old crafts are demonstrated and there are various information stands. The rubber duck race is also fun for the children.

When:Friday 16 June to Sunday 18 June 2017

Where:Museum Harbor

Cardigan, Gouda

Time:from 11:00 AM

Admission:free

Flag Day Scheveningen

Traditionally, this year also the Flag Day in Scheveningen takes place on the third Saturday in June (17 June 2017). What should not be missing on this festive day? The first catch of the Hollandse Nieuwe (herring)! But the Fleet Show, demonstrations of old crafts, fish auction and old Dutch children's games are also great. Are you looking for a fun outing for the whole family? Then come to Scheveningen this weekend.

When:Saturday, June 17, 2017

Where:1st and 2nd port

Fish Auction, Scheveningen

Time:from 10:00 AM

Admission:free

Day of Architecture

Does your father like architecture? On Saturday 17 June and Sunday 18 June 2017 is Architecture Day in Rotterdam. For two days, visitors are allowed to enter buildings that are normally inaccessible. Two areas have been specially selected for this:the Maritime District and the Wilhelminapier. There are not only openings, but also excursions and special meetings.

When:Saturday 17 June and Sunday 18 June 2017

Where:Maritime District and the Wilhelminapier

Schiekade 5, Rotterdam

Time:12:00 PM – 6:00 PM

Admission:free

Open Garden Days Amsterdam

The Open Garden Days will be held in Amsterdam from Friday 16 June to Sunday 18 June 2017. This year's theme is:Courtyards and Community Gardens. More than 30 gardens participate in this event. Enjoy the beautifully decorated gardens and forget that you are in the busy capital for a while.

When:Friday 16 June to Sunday 18 June 2017

Where:Keizersgracht 672, Amsterdm

Time:10:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Admission:€ 20.00 (passe-partout)

ARTzaanstad Zaandam

From Friday 16 June to Sunday 18 June 2017, ARTzaandstad will be organized in Zaandam. More than 150 artists and designers are taking part in this event. You can not only look at art, but also buy or even rent it. It promises to be a real spectacle this year. A nice tip for Father's Day.

When:Friday 16 June to Sunday 18 June 2017

Where:Hemburgterrein, Zaandam

Time:Friday 12:00 – 21:00 hrs

Saturday and Sunday:12:00 – 19:00 hrs

Admission:€10.00

Aalsmeer Flower Festival

The Aalsmeer Flower Festival will be held on Saturday 17 June and Sunday 18 June 2017. The colorful weekend is all about delicious food and drinks, flowers, plants and art. A varied program has been put together that can be found on the website.

When:Saturday 17 June and Sunday 18 June 2017

Where:Aalsmeer (see website for exact locations)

Time:11:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Admission:free

Castle in the air spectacle

Come to the Castles in the Air Spectacle in Odijk/Bunnik on Sunday 18 June 2017. Castles in the air come in all shapes and sizes and kids will enjoy them all day long. Children aged 3 to 13 can enjoy themselves in jumping, clambering and much more.

When:Sunday, June 18, 2017

Where:Town Hall Odijk/Bunnik

Singelpark 1, Odijk

Time:11:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Admission:€ 6.00

Parents and grandparents (fathers too!) for free

Father's Day Expedition

A great fun outing for the whole family on Father's Day Sunday, June 18, 2017 is Expedition Father's Day. Let Dad be the leader of the team and enjoy all kinds of activities together. The aim is to find the treasure together with your team. In the meantime, you have to perform various (sporting) assignments.

When:Sunday, June 18, 2017

Where:SEC Survivals Almere Outdoor Park

Verlaatweg 2, Almere

Time:from 11:00 AM

Admission:€ 9.50 p.p.

Oerol

The theater festival Oerol  will be held from Friday 9 June to Sunday 18 June 2017 Father's Day. Spread across the island of Terschelling, visitors can enjoy various street theater acts, musical performances and much more. The program is very diverse and highly recommended for both young and older fathers.

When:Friday 9 June to Sunday 18 June 2017

Where:various locations Terschelling

Time:see website

Admission:day tickets from € 30.00

Street festival Harlingen

On Saturday 17 June 2017, the Frisian Harlingen will be dominated by the Street Festival. Enjoy the performances of numerous artists, various acts, street theater and various musical performances on this day. There is Between Art and Kids especially for children. Here children can have fun playing, doing crafts and painting.

When:Saturday, June 17, 2017

Where:Center Harlingen

Time:12:00 PM – 6:00 PM

Admission:free

Food on rolls

This Father's Day weekend you can enjoy Food on rolls in Arnhem. From Friday 16 June to Sunday 18 June 2017 you can enjoy delicious food, drinks and music. People with various allergies have also been thought of, so that everyone can enjoy new flavors. The fact that the festival is combined with the international bicycle conference is also special.

When:Friday 16 June to Sunday 18 June 2017

Where:Sonspark, Arnhem

Time:Friday 4:00 PM – 11:00 PM

Saturday 1:00 PM – 11:00 PM

Sunday 1:00 PM – 10:00 PM

Admission:free

PURE Hip and handmade

If you don't have a gift for Father's Day yet then Pure Hip and handmade   in Arnhem might be something for you. You can find products that you cannot find in the store here. Not only can you buy authentic gifts, you also get to know the makers behind the products directly. A fun event that you can combine with the aforementioned 'Eating on rolls'.

When:Saturday, June 17, 2017

Where:Gele Rijdersplein, Arnhem

Time:11:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Admission:free

Efteling Midsummer Festival

For the third time in a row, the Efteling Midsummer Festival will be organized on Saturday 17 June 2017. In addition to enjoying the attractions, an extensive program has been prepared. There are 7 special areas where you can enjoy good food and drinks, where music is played and much more. Because June 17 is the longest day of the year, you can fully enjoy yourself until the small hours.

When:Saturday, June 17, 2017

Where:Efteling

Europalaan 1, Kaatsheuvel

Time:14:00 – 01:00 hrs

Admission:€ 35.00 (evening ticket from 19:00)

€ 45.00 (combination ticket from 14:00)

The Family Garden in Roermond

The gates of De Familietuin will be opened on Father's Day, Sunday, June 18, 2017. The program is composed for young and old and includes music, food and drink and music. There are also workshops and there is even a small market. So there is no getting bored during a trip to Roermond.

When:Sunday, June 18, 2017

Where:Kop van Hatenboer

Head of Hatenboer 1, Roermond

Time:12:00 PM – 8:00 PM

Admission:€ 20.00

€7.50 (children aged 12 to 18 years)

Free (children up to 12 years)

Do you have any nice tips what to do Father's Day 2017? Fun outings, events or festivals? Let me know in a comment below this article.