The Mandala Festival is an ideal outing for families. From June 27 to 30, enjoy live music, kids' theater, a children's sleepover, and endless fun. A welcoming event for parents, kids, and everyone in between.
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Amusement parks and cinemas are classics, but family festivals? They offer a unique blend of music, dance, and quality time. While it might seem challenging with young kids—navigating porta-potties or muddy fields—child-friendly festivals in the Netherlands make it seamless. The Mandala Festival in Wanroij stands out as a top choice, where families can groove to tunes, savor great food, and create lasting memories.
If you appreciate music, creativity, and global cultures—and want to share that with your children—the Mandala Festival is essential. This guide draws from real family experiences at the event. Plus, we offered 2x 3-Day Family Adult tickets and 2x 3-Day Younger tickets to let families test it out firsthand.
Festivals and kids pair surprisingly well. Families like Joyce's—attending with husband and children at events such as Fields of Joy and Paaspop—prove it. If you haven't tried it, start with Mandala; it's perfectly suited. Of course, selecting the right festival matters.
For adults seeking a break, it's equally great sans kids—me-time with friends or partners works too.
Returning visitors know the magic: held annually in Wanroij at Holiday Park de Bergen, Mandala transforms the space into a joyful haven for all ages. Opt for day passes or camp overnight—accommodations suit every group, from families with changing stations to friend crews. Joyce and her family have camped there themselves.
The festival features 25 unique "tribes"—creative zones and food courts brimming with theater, wellness, family programming, workshops, lectures, and live music.
The origin story warms the heart. Organizer Marcel Mingers, founder of the renowned Extrema Festival, drew inspiration during a Spanish holiday. His then-4-year-old daughter presented a drawing, declaring, "This is Mandala. A festival for you, me, and only lovely people." That ethos defines the event's inclusive vibe.
Expect stars like De Likt, La Fuente, Wannabe a Star, Wild Romance Band, Bye Beneco, and Black Light. The full program promises excitement for all ages. Check the lineup overview. From workshops to forest dancing, there's joy for kids as young as 6.
We gave away 2x 3-Day Family Adult and 2x 3-Day Younger tickets—perfect for families or friends. These Three Days Wild passes grant 3 days of festival and campsite access, with free tent camping.
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