What to Experience on Terschelling: Events & Activities
Below, you'll find our selection of the finest events on Terschelling. Especially in the summer, there are almost daily festivities, ranging from markets and folklore to music performances and sporting events. Yet, even outside the summer season, there's plenty to enjoy in terms of varied activities.
King's Day on Terschelling
April 27
King's Day is officially the national celebration of the birthday of the King, but this in reality is only an excuse to party hard. The celebrations takes place all over the Netherlands. Several activities taking place throughout Terschelling and make the 27th April for a special day.
The Harlingen-Terschelling race is a race rowing boats from Harlingen to Terschelling over a distance of 30 km. Each year about 120 boats participate.
National Mills Day
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The National Mill Day, celebrated annually on the second weekend of May, is a festive day when hundreds of wind and water mills across the Netherlands open their doors to the public. This event, which has been organised since the 1970s, celebrates the country's rich milling history and attracts thousands of visitors ...
Dichter bij Zee
Een eiland als Terschelling doet menig dichterhart sneller kloppen. Dat dit leidt tot prachtige poëzie wordt jaarlijks aangetoond in het poëzie-event Dichter bij Zee. In de kerk van Midsland dragen vijf eilander dichters hun ...
Bunker Day
Along the coast of Terschelling, traces of the Second World War can still be found. Dive into the past and experience history up close during Bunker Day, a unique event that opens the doors to the hidden bunkers along the Dutch coast. From Zeeland to the Wadden Islands, discover the remnants of the Second World ...
Oerol
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Every year, usually in June, the stunning Wadden Island of Terschelling is transformed into a grand stage for theatre, dance, music, and art: the Oerol Festival. This ten-day event is one of the Netherlands' most unique cultural ...
Sint Jan's Trotting Race
End of June
The Sint Jan's Trotting Race is one of the oldest festivals on Terschelling. People from all over Terschelling are dressed in white, and are riding draft horses in the Oosterburen of Midsland according to a ...
Roeireddingboot met paarden
Zomer
In de zomer zullen op Terschelling weer demonstraties van het trekken van de klassieke roeireddingboot Secretaris Schumacher op de lanceerwagen door de duinen en over het strand met tien Friese paarden worden gegeven. Bij goed weer en mits de branding niet ...
Horse Day
Early August
The Terschellinger Riders organise the Horse Day. A pleasant day entirely dedicated to the horse/pony. Various activities and games, including team-of-eight horse riding, show jumping, old Dutch games, and a petting farm, and at the end of the day, a grand raffle. From 12:00 pm to 4:30 pm, you can enjoy an ...
Terschelling Open Air Film Festival
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Experience the magic of movies under the starry sky at the Terschelling Open Air Film Festival (TOF) in West aan Zee. An unique outdoor film experience in a breathtaking location amidst nature. What can you expect at TOF?; - Outdoor films in a ...
Cyprian Race
End August
Each year, the Cyprian Race is held on Terschelling with horses and ponies. The Cyprian was a boat that sank during a storm off the coast of Terschelling. If a message came in that a ship had wrecked, the beachcombers blood ...
Rock 'n Roll Street
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Begin september op Terschelling, Midsland in de sfeer van 'the fiftees'. Rock 'n Roll muziek, kleding, oldtimers, solexen en pettycoats bepalen het beeld van Midsland begin september. Wanneer u een ...
Open Monuments Day on Terschelling
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Every year, on a weekend in September, many monuments in the Netherlands open their doors to the public. The participating monuments on Terschelling can be recognised by the Open Monuments Day flag, ...
Bluescruise
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De Bluescruise is een jaarlijks muzikaal evenement in het laatste weekend van september. Met historische zeiltjalken wordt een weekend zeiltocht van Harlingen naar Terschelling en vice versa gemaakt met bluesbands en (blues)muziekliefhebbers. Het is op basis van all-inclusive wat inhoudt dat alle drankjes ...
Art in the Church
Late October
Sinds 2006 vindt jaarlijks de expositie Kunst in de Kerk plaats in Midsland. Op een mooie locatie stellen verschillende eilander kunstenaars hun werk ten toon. Wij nodigen u uit u te laten verrassen door eilander fotografie, schilderkunst, sculpturen, toegepaste kunst en film. De ...
Brandarisrace
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Elk jaar vindt half oktober de Kuiper Brandaris Zeilrace plaats van Harlingen naar Terschelling. Het is een zeilrace voor klassieke platbodemschepen zoals klippers, tjalken, aken, botters en skûtsjes. Er worden ongeveer ...
Marathon Berenloop
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Tijdens het eerste weekend van november staat Terschelling traditiegetrouw in het teken van de Berenloop. Sinds 1997 wordt het eiland dan overspoeld door lopers en supporters uit alle windstreken, die komen genieten van het prachtige parcours door ...
Arrival of Saint Nicholas
Eind november
The tradition of Saint Nicholas bringing gifts to children, celebrated in many countries, is an extraordinary occasion on Terschelling. Saint Nicholas arrives surrounded by his servants. Later, the whole parade in a festive way accompanies him to the city center. Children greet the procession. Customarily candies ...
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Fjoertoer Terschelling
Early April
In early April, an unique walking and Nordic Walking event takes place annually on Terschelling: The Fjoertoer leads participants through polders, forests, beach and dunes, partly through the night, along beacons of fire. Athletic and relaxing, light and ...
National Museum Week
Begin april
The National Museum Week is an annual event where hundreds of museums throughout the Netherlands open their doors to celebrate the rich culture, art, and history of the country. This event offers a unique opportunity to discover the hidden treasures and famous collections of Dutch museums. ...
