Sunday 13 May it's Mother's Day again. I searched for the best (free) Mother's Day outings and weekend tips for Saturday 12 May and Sunday 13 May 2018 for you. There is a large choice in different outings, so that the whole family can enjoy a pleasant weekend.
Mother's Day 2018 is this time on Sunday 13 May. It is an extra long weekend for many people, as Thursday 10 May 2018 is Ascension Day. To fully enjoy myself, I listed the best outings, events and festivals for Mother's Day and the weekend.
National Mill Day is on Saturday 12 May and Sunday 13 May 2018. Spread across the country, more than 900 windmills participate in the open days. Each mill has a different activity program, tailored to families with children. Nice to plan an outing for Mother's Day. Young children receive a free booklet with their visit.
When:Saturday 12 May and Sunday 13 May 2018
Where:Various places Time:See website
Access:free
Don't have a gift for Mother's Day yet? Surprise mother with a nice picnic on Mother's Day on Sunday 13 May 2018. You also have the choice:have a cozy picnic along the quay or opt for a picnic on board the FutureLand Ferry. The well-filled picnic basket contains everything for a cozy lunch together with the whole family.
When:Sunday 13 May 2018
Where:FutureLand, Europaweg 902, Maasvlakte
Time:11:00 – 17:00
Admission:€11.25
€8.75 (children up to and including 11 years)
€20.00 deposit for the basket
Cruise cruise incl. picnic basket €23.20 (90 minutes) and €21.20 (60 minutes)
A must for plant lovers:the plant market in Rotterdam on Saturday 12 and Sunday 13 May 2018. The arboretum forms the backdrop for the plant market where, in addition to plants and bulbs, garden tools will also be offered for sale. Enjoy the hundreds of rhodondendrons currently in bloom. Or enjoy a piece of cake on the terrace.
When:Saturday 12 and Sunday 13 May 2018
Where:Trompenburg Gardens and Arboretum, Honingerdijk 86, Rotterdam
Time:10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Admission:€7.50
Free (children up to 12 years old/Rotterdampas/Museum annual card holders)
A Mother's Day brunch will be organized in Archeon on Sunday 13 May 2018 especially for Mother's Day. After Mother's Day brunch you can go to the park for free to enjoy the day program for the rest of the day. Lunch is from 11:00 – 13:00 and is very varied with plenty of choice and there is also a special children's buffet.
When:Sunday 13 May 2018
Where:Archeon, Archeonlaan 1, Alphen aan de Rijn
Time:11:00 – 13:00 (brunch) After this, the park can still be visited
Admission :€34.50
€21.50 (children 4 to 11 years old)
Do you have nothing to do this long weekend or do you want to surprise mother with a nice outing? Then go to the Rolling Kitchens event in Amsterdam from Wednesday 9 May to Sunday 13 May 2018. What can you expect? Natural food, a lot of food and a large choice of different cuisines. In addition, this festival is brightened up by a varied music program. A must for culinary enthusiasts who also like to have fun.
When:Wednesday 9 May to Sunday 13 May 2018
Where:Westergasfabriek, Pazzanistraat, Amsterdam
Time:13:00 – 23:00
Admission:free
If you can't make it to Amsterdam, come to Eten op rolletjes in Hilversum from Friday 11 May to Sunday 13 May 2018. In addition to the different cuisines where you can taste all kinds of dishes and drinks, there is plenty of entertainment. Children can have their faces painted, do crafts or enjoy the theatre. Live music will also be provided, so you can dance off the extra calories immediately.
When:Friday 11 to Sunday 13 May 2018
Where:Dudokpark, Hilversum
Time:Friday 4:00 PM – 11:00 PM
Saturday 1:00 PM – 11:00 PM
Sunday 1:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Entrance:free
The Ascension weekend in Utrecht is all about Thomas Weekend. From Thursday 10 May to Sunday 13 May 2018 Thomas the steam locomotive will visit the Railway Museum together with the Dikke Controleur. In addition to the steam locomotive, there are plenty of Thomas toys, there is a Thomas sing-a-long and there is plenty to see and experience during this event.
When:Thursday 10 to Sunday 13 May 2018
Where:Spoorwegmuseum, Maliebaanstation, Utrecht
Time:10:00 – 17:00
Admission:€ 17.50
€ 5.00 (toddler ticket 1 to 3 years old)
Free (museum annual ticket holders)
Does your mother love music? Then take her to the Dutch Harp Festival in Utrecht. The festival has a very varied program and will take place on Saturday 12 and Sunday 13 May 2018. In addition to 'normal' harps, a Japanese harp will also be played. There are different styles of music, so the festival is a must for lovers of different genres.
When:Saturday 12 and Sunday 13 May 2018
Where:Tivoli Vredenburg, Vredenburgkade 11, Utrecht
Time:see website
Admission:€ 25.00 / € 45.00 (both days, excl. . surcharges)
On Sunday 13 May 2018 Mother's Day you can also visit the Swan Market in Utrecht. The lifestyle market is all about creativity of starting entrepreneurs. The offer is very diverse and ranges from vintage to food and drinks in real food trucks. There is live music by emerging artists and the little ones are also catered for with a bouncy castle, authentic merry-go-rounds and much more. The ideal family outing on Mother's Day.
When:Sunday 13 May 2018
Where:Werkspoorkathedraal, Tractionweg 41, Utrecht
Time:11:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Admission:€2.00
Free (younger than 18 and 65+)
In the weekend of Saturday 12 and Sunday 13 May 2018, the Dagblad van het Noorden LenteFair will be organized. The Garden of Frederiksoord forms the backdrop where more than 120 participants surprise visitors with countless activities. There are various free workshops and you can book a Mother's Day brunch especially for mother.
When:Saturday 12 and Sunday 13 May 2018
Where:The Gardens of Frederiksoord, Majoor van Swietenlaan 1b, Frederiksoord
Time:10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Admission:€7.50
Free (children up to 12 years)
Come to Outdoorpark SEC Survivals with your mother on Sunday 13 May 2018 and enjoy a real Mother's Day Adventure. Puzzle, carry out assignments and eventually find the treasure, during these activities cooperation and enjoyment are central. Of course there is also a delicious reward for the whole family afterwards. The activity program lasts 2 hours.
When:Sunday 13 May 2018
Where:SEC Survivals Outdoor Park, Verlaatweg 2, Almere
Time:11:00 – 16:00
Entrance:€ 9.50 incl. drink and surprise
Take mother on a boat trip on the Frisian lakes on Sunday 13 May 2018. Various boat trips are organized, so that you can choose from a classic motorboat, but also a peat buck or a sailboat with a unique wooden mooring.
When:Sunday 13 May 2018
Where:Havenresort Terherne, Kupersleantsje 5 – 9, Terherne
Time:11:00 – 13:00
Admission:€ 23.75
€ 11.75 (children up to 12 years old)
PLEASE NOTE:only takes place with a minimum participation of 6 people, pre-registration required:[email protected] or 0566-652372.
From Friday 11 May to Sunday 13 May 2018 the BuitenBlik festival will take place in Zevenaar. There is a large cultural offer, with not only local and national, but also international providers. Enjoy theatre, a floating stage, Burgundian dining, music, art, outdoor film and much more.
When:Friday 11 May to Sunday 13 May 2018
Where:De Breuly, Breulylaan, Zevenaar
Time:see website
Admission:free
The Hootchie Cow Festival will be organized in Varsseveld from Friday 11 May to Sunday 13 2018. You can expect a varied program during this cheerful event:from food trucks to cabaret, but also lectures and music. There are countless activities for the children and a nostalgic fair where young and old can enjoy themselves.
When:Friday 11 May to Sunday 13 May 2018
Where:Hofshuusterrein, Leemscherweg 24, Varsseveld
Time:Friday 6:00 PM – midnight
Saturday 11:– midnight
Sunday 11am – 10pm
Admission:€12.50 (Friday)
€15.00 (Saturday or Sunday)
€25.00 (pass partout)
On Sunday 13 May you can enjoy the Bronbeek festival in Arnhem. The four elements are central:water, fire, earth and air. There are various activities, both indoors and outdoors and in the army tents, so that young and old can enjoy themselves optimally. In addition to the creative workshops and other activities, there is plenty of food and drinks available.
When:Sunday 13 May 2018
Where:Museum Bronbeek, Velperweg 147, Arnhem
Time:10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Admission:€6.00
€3, 00 (6 to 18 years old/CJP/65+)
Free (museum annual card holders)
On Mother's Day, stroll along the many stalls of the open-air flea market in Wageningen. There are both plots and stalls and the offer is very diverse. Private individuals offer toys, second-hand clothing, vintage, but also genuine antiques here. The perfect place if you're looking for a nice Mother's Day gift for next to nothing.
When:Sunday 13 May 2018
Where:Terrain Oranje Nassau's, Kortenburg 4, Wageningen
Time:10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Admission:€3.00
€2 .50 (65+)
Free (children up to 12 years
A must for all sporty mothers:the Tour of Nijmegen on Sunday 13 May 2018. The sporting event takes you along beautiful routes with a choice of different distances. For children there is the Dikke Tire Race. At the end of the bike tour there is a bike market in a beautiful park.
When:Sunday 13 May 2018
Where:Park Brakkenstein, Toernooiveld 100, Nijmegen
Time:8:00 am-11:00 am
Admission:€13.00 – 18.00
Do you have nothing to do this weekend or do you want to surprise mother? Then go to the Meikermis in Groningen. From Thursday 10 May to Sunday 21 May 2018, visitors can enjoy no fewer than 52 attractions. The fair is also very affordable thanks to the maximum price of € 2.50 per ride.
When:Thursday 10 May to Sunday 21 May 2018
Where:Grote Markt, Groningen
Time:all day
Admission:free
The Mont Martre Festival in Venlo will be launched on Saturday 12 May. The art market is all about the artist. Visitors are introduced to the artist and his works of art. The market is very popular and that is why it will be expanded this year, so that you can enjoy the art on offer even longer.
When:Saturday 12 May
Where:Centrum Venlo
Time:11:00 – 17:00
Admission:free
From Thursday 10 May to Sunday 13 May you can enjoy gymnastic sports for four days during the IAG sports event in Den Bosch. Enjoy international fencing competitions, women's gymnastics, rhythmic gymnastics, trampoline jumping and much more. You don't just have to watch passively:countless workshops are also given and there are performances by various bands.
When:Thursday 10 May to Sunday 13 May 2018
Where:Flik-Flak hall and Maas Poort Sport &Events, Marathonloop 7, Den Bosch
Time:Thursday and Friday 9:00 – 20:00 hours
Saturday 9:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Sunday 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Admission:€ 5.00 (view competitions and activities)
€ 15 ,00 (watching and participating in the activities)
Unfortunately I was unable to find any (free) Mother's Day outings and weekend tips for the provinces of Overijssel and Zeeland. If you have any additions for me, let me know in the comments.
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