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Top Family Events, Festivals & Outings in the Netherlands: March 17-18, 2018

Planning a fun weekend for the whole family? Explore our curated guide to events, outings, and festivals across the Netherlands on March 17-18, 2018. From cultural walks to thrilling sports and markets, there's something for everyone—young and old alike.

World Trip Through The Hague

Embark on a global adventure right in The Hague on Sunday, March 18, 2018. Join family-friendly city walks, workshops, and guided tours as religious, cultural, and social institutions open their doors. Most activities are free.

When: Sunday, March 18, 2018

Where: Central Meeting Place, Hofplaats, The Hague

Time: 12:00–17:00

Admission: Free (except Humanity House)

St. Patrick's Day in The Hague

Celebrate St. Patrick's Day on Saturday, March 17, 2018, at Grote Markt. Enjoy Irish music, traditional food, a Six Nations Rugby final screening on a big screen, and more. 18+ entry.

When: Saturday, March 17, 2018

Where: Grote Markt, city center, The Hague

Time: 12:00–23:00

Admission: Free

Day of Batavian Freedom in Rotterdam

Step back in time on Sunday, March 18, 2018, at Museum de Delft. Witness historical reenactments with costumed locals, old crafts demos by sailors, soldiers, and artisans, plus a court martial. Kids love the theater, candle-making, and hat crafts.

When: Sunday, March 18, 2018

Where: Museum de Delft, Schiehaven 15, Rotterdam

Time: 11:00–17:00

Admission: €6.00; €3.00 (children)

Dutch Trampoline Open in Alkmaar

Watch world-class acrobats at the Dutch Trampoline Open on March 17-18, 2018. Meet champions and let kids under 15 bounce for free on the practice area.

When: Saturday, March 17 & Sunday, March 18, 2018

Where: Sports complex De Meent Bauernfeid, Terborchlaan 301, Alkmaar

Time: Sat 09:00–21:15; Sun 09:30–19:00

Admission: €7.50; €5.00 (children up to 12); Free (practice area)

Children's Clothing & Toy Fair in Amstelveen

Score deals on new, second-hand, and outlet kids' clothes and toys at this fair with 75+ stands on Saturday, March 17, 2018.

When: Saturday, March 17, 2018

Where: Sports Hall De Meent, Orion 3, Amstelveen

Time: 10:00–13:00

Admission: Free (entry & parking)

Art Fair Heemstede

Discover art from paintings to photography and silversmithing, plus kids' activities and artist meet-and-greets, March 16-18, 2018.

When: Friday, March 16 to Sunday, March 18, 2018

Where: Sportplaza Groenendaal, Sportparklaan 16, Heemstede

Time: Fri 19:00–22:00; Sat-Sun 10:00–17:00

Admission: €3.00 (incl. coffee)

Love & Marriage Fair Utrecht

Brides and grooms: Find wedding inspiration, catwalk shows, and 75+ vendors on March 17-18, 2018.

When: Saturday, March 17 & Sunday, March 18, 2018

Where: Werkspoorkathedraal, Trajectieweg 41, Utrecht

Time: 10:00–17:00

Admission: €16.00 (incl. magazine & catwalk)

Helleborus Days Noordoostpolder

Plant enthusiasts: Admire 350+ hellebore varieties, buy plants, and view floral art exhibits on March 16-17, 2018.

When: Friday, March 16 & Saturday, March 17, 2018

Where: De Cuttings Garden, Noorder Middenweg 13, Espel

Time: 10:00–17:00

Admission: Free

Bookfest Leeuwarden

Browse new and used books plus hobby items at bargain prices, March 15-18, 2018.

When: Thursday, March 15 to Sunday, March 18, 2018

Where: WTC Expo, Heliconweg 32, Leeuwarden

Time: Thu-Sat 10:00–21:00; Sun 10:00–18:00

Admission: Free (parking too!)

Model Railway Fair Zutphen

Model train fans: Explore 3600m² of displays, buy/swap, and kids' lottery on March 17-18, 2018.

When: Saturday, March 17 & Sunday, March 18, 2018

Where: Hanzehal Zutphen, Fanny Blankers-Koenweg 2

Time: 10:00–16:00

Admission: €8.00; Free (children ≤11)

Clothing Market Arnhem

Hunt for affordable second-hand clothes and rent a stall on March 17-18, 2018.

When: Saturday, March 17 & Sunday, March 18, 2018

Where: De Beijer, Willem Beijerstraat 13, Arnhem

Time: Sat 12:00–17:00; Sun 11:00–15:00

Admission: Free (stall €3.50/day)

Wonen & Co Fair Groningen

200+ experts on home trends, workshops, and advice, March 15-18, 2018.

When: Thursday, March 15 to Sunday, March 18, 2018

Where: Martiniplaza, Leonard Springerlaan 2, Groningen

Time: Thu-Fri 13:00–22:00; Sat-Sun 10:00–18:00

Admission: €12.00; Free (children ≤12)

Breeding Horse Day Weert

Centuries-old horse market with sales, inspections, and family shows on March 17, 2018.

When: Saturday, March 17, 2018

Where: Kasteelplein, Weert (Limburg)

Time: From 10:00

Admission: Free

Festival Cement 's-Hertogenbosch

New theater talent performances March 16-24, 2018. Check site for details.

When: March 16-24, 2018

Where: Verkadefabriek, 's-Hertogenbosch

Time/Admission: See website

Feel Good & Shop Event Veghel

100+ webshops, inspiration, and food trucks on March 17-18, 2018.

When: Saturday, March 17 & Sunday, March 18, 2018

Where: CHV Noordkade, Verlengde Noordkade 10, Veghel

Time: 10:00–18:00

Admission: €8.50