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Best Liberation Day Events on May 5, 2018: Festivals and Family Outings Across the Netherlands

Discover the top events and outings for Liberation Day on May 5, 2018. Not sure how to celebrate? As seasoned event enthusiasts with years covering Dutch holidays, we've curated reliable tips to help you enjoy music festivals, family activities, and unique experiences nationwide.

South Holland

Liberation Festival The Hague

On May 5, the Malieveld in The Hague transforms into a vibrant hub for the Liberation Festival. Expect performances by national and international artists, a festival market, and Freedom Square. This diverse lineup includes music, cabaret, culture, and more for all ages.

When: Sunday, May 5, 2018

Where: Malieveld, The Hague

Time: 12:00 PM – 11:00 PM

Admission: free

North Holland

Liberation Festival Amsterdam

Amsterdam's Liberation Festival on May 5, 2018, offers family-friendly fun across 7 stages with diverse artists, a market, kids' activities, and Freedom Meals at various spots.

When: Liberation Day, May 5, 2018

Where: Westergasfabriek Culture Park, Westerpark 1, Amsterdam

Time: 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM

Admission: free

BevrijdingsBannetocht Wormerland

For an active outing, join the BevrijdingsBannetocht in Wormerland—a 26 km walking and cycling route through local municipalities, complete with a kids' puzzle.

When: Sunday, May 5, 2018

Where: Wormerland, Wormer (specific locations see website)

Time: 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM (walkers until 11:00 AM)

Admission: €2.50 (incl. refreshments)

Free (children up to 12 years)

Utrecht

Liberation Festival Utrecht

Utrecht's Liberation Festival on May 5, 2018, caters to all ages with a kids' festival, Freedom Square, and organic food options to keep everyone fueled.

When: May 5, 2018

Where: Park Transwijk, Utrecht

Time: see website

Admission: free

Drenthe

Liberation Festival Assen

Join the Liberation Festival in Assen on May 5, featuring artists, a children's square, Freedom Square, cabaret, exhibitions, debates, street theater, and more.

When: Sunday, May 5, 2018

Where: Baggelhuizerplas, Witterhoofdweg, Assen

Time: all day

Admission: free

Spring Fair Live Zweelo

Skip the standard festival for LenteFair Leef in Zweelo. Kids love the program and pool access at Camping de Kneeplanden, while adults enjoy inspiration, fun, and music.

When: Saturday, May 5 and Sunday, May 6, 2018

Where: Camping de Kneeplanden, Hoofdstraat 2, Zweelo

Time: Saturday 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM; Sunday 11:00 – 5:00 PM

Admission: €5.00

Free (up to 12 years)

Friesland

Liberation Festival Leeuwarden

Head to Leeuwarden's Liberation Festival on May 5, 2018, with 40 artists on five stages, Freedom Square, Children's Festival, Liberation Market, and a run for fitness fans.

When: Saturday, May 5, 2018

Where: Center of Leeuwarden

Time: 1:00 PM – 11:00 PM

Admission: free

Gelderland

Medieval Festijn Cannenburgh Vaassen

Step back in time at the Medieval Festijn Cannenburgh on May 5-6, 2018, with jugglers, knight fights, birds of prey, and storytelling amid Gelderland history.

When: Saturday, May 5 and Sunday, May 6, 2018

Where: Cannenburgh Castle, Maarten van Rossumplein 4, Vaassen

Time: Saturday 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM; Sunday 11:00 – 5:00 PM

Admission: €6.00

€4.00 (children up to 13 years)

Limburg

Liberation Festival Roermond

Roermond celebrates exuberantly across four squares on May 5, with music, debates, dialogue, and Freedom Ambassador My Baby promoting the theme.

When: Saturday, May 5, 2018

Where: Downtown Roermond

Time: 12:00 PM – 11:45 PM

Admission: free

North Brabant

Liberation Festival Roosendaal

Roosendaal's festival features a stellar artist lineup, light shows, and programming for young and old to savor freedom uniquely.

When: Saturday, May 5, 2018

Where: Emile van Loonpark, Roosendaal

Time: 2:00 PM – 12:00 AM

Admission: free

Overijssel

Liberation Festival Zwolle

Zwolle hosts Overijssel's festival on May 5, 2018, with 6 stages, Festival Boulevard stalls, and Family & Theater Meadow for endless fun.

When: Saturday, May 5, 2018

Where: Park de Wezenlanden, Alferinkweg, Zwolle

Time: 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM

Admission: free

Zeeland

Vlissingen Liberation Festival

After May 4 commemorations, Vlissingen parties on May 5 with artist lineups across locations and family activities galore.

When: Saturday, May 5, 2018

Where: Center of Vlissingen

Time: 1:00 PM – 12:00 AM

Admission: free

From The Hague to Leeuwarden, Liberation Day offers endless options solo or with family. Enjoy responsibly!

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