May holiday 2018. Tips and ideas for the May holiday 2018. Cheap and free outings for the May holiday 2018, such as Don't know what to do during the May holiday 28 April to 6 May 2018? May holidays 2018 What to do during the May holidays 2018
Officially, the May 2018 holiday has been set for the period from April 28 to May 6, 2018. These are the official days, because schools are allowed to stick to it for another week before and after. As a result, for some schools the May holiday starts on April 21 and lasts until May 6. Other schools will choose to extend the holiday by a week due to the holidays next in the week of May 6.
In this article you will find nice May holiday tips from Saturday 21 April to Sunday 6 May 2018. The best outings for the whole family, so you can enjoy yourself as a stay at home. All outings are arranged by province to make your search easier.
King's Day is celebrated all over the country on April 27, 2018. Traditionally, the royal couple visits a certain city in the Netherlands where all kinds of activities are developed as part of this visit. Willem Alexander and Maxima visit Groningen on King's Day 2018. In the run-up to King's Day, the King's Nights are being organized in the rest of the country.
These parties often go hand in hand with free markets that sometimes start in the middle of the night. On King's Day itself you will find free markets, where especially children try to get rid of surplus toys, clothing and much more. Nice to be able to score for little nice stuff. If you stand up for yourself, read my 10 tips to earn money quickly and easily for King's Day.
From Wednesday 18 April to Sunday 22 April 2018, the Flower Parade Bulbs Stitch is planned. Enjoy a beautiful procession of no fewer than 20 floats and more than 30 decorated luxury cars. The 40 km long route is graced by a promotion caravan and music bands. Come and enjoy the amazing floral splendor.
When:Wednesday 18 April to Sunday 22 April 2018
Where:18 – 20 April 2018 Set-up in the hall of De Leeuw Flowerbulbs, Rijksstraatweg 52, Sassenheim
20 April 2018 center of Noordwijkerhout (from 20:00 hours)
Procession:April 21, 2018 departure from Noordwijk to Haarlem
April 22, 2018:admire the floats on the Gedempte Gracht in Haarlem/Boulevard Noordwijk aan Zee
Time:full day
Access :€ 5.00 (construction incl, free coffee/tea)
Free along the route
On Sunday 22 April 2018, the Reptilica fair https://www.reptilica.nl/ will be organized in Leiden. A fun event for the whole family. You can admire all kinds of reptiles and other animals here. Think of snakes, spiders, lizards, turtles, insects and much more. Do you already have a reptile or do you want one? In addition to animals, you can also buy accessories and plants for your terrarium during the fair.
When:Sunday 22 April 2018
Where:Holiday Inn, Haagse Schouwweg 10, Leiden
Time:11:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Admission:€5.00
€3 .50 (children up to 12 years under supervision and 65+)
From Wednesday 2 May to Sunday 6 May 2018, the party will kick off in Rotterdam during the Circusstad Festival. The acts and performances during the day alternate at a rapid pace. The program is very diverse, making it a perfect outing for the whole family. If you want something a little more luxurious, opt for an evening performance in the Rotterdamse Schouwburg or the Oude Luxor Theater.
When:Wednesday 2 May to Sunday 6 May 2018
Where:Schouwburgplein, Rotterdam
Time:11:00 – 23:00
Admission:free (and paid performances)
The Annual Market in Scheveningen will be organized on Sunday 29 April 2018. Combine a day at the beach with walking past various stalls. The entire boulevard has been transformed into a nice fair where it is good to stay.
When:Sunday 29 April 2018
Where:Scheveningen boulevard
Time:11:00 – 18:00
Entrance:free
Don't feel like waiting for King's Day? Then go to the Flea Market Margriethal in Schiedam on Sunday 22 April 2018. There are more than 125 stalls, so you can certainly find some bargains. There is also a cafeteria, so you don't have to wander around the stalls on an empty stomach.
When:Sunday 22 April 2018
Where:Sports &event hall Margriethal, Nieuwe Damlaan 5, Schiedam
Time:9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Admission:€ 3.00
Free (children up to 10 years accompanied by an adult)
From Friday 20 April to Sunday 29 April 2018 the whole family can enjoy Circus Sijm in Heemskerk. With the theme 'Vive le Cirque', a tribute is paid to 250 years of the circus (an originally English invention). With 25 different artists in different disciplines, it promises to be great fun shows for young and old.
When:Friday 20 April to Sunday 29 April 2018
Where:Evenemententerrein Johannes Poststraat, Heemskerk
Time:see website
Admission:€ 17.50 (at the box office regardless of age)
No idea what to do with your children during the May holiday? Then come to Castricum for various wonderful activities. Think of preparing a Roman dish, picking Roman wild, working as an archaeologist or enjoying puppet theatre. Every day there is a different program to keep the children occupied in a fun way during the May holiday.
When:April 28 to May 6, 2018
Where:Huis van Hilde, Westerplein 6, Castricum
Time:see website for specific activities
Admission:€7.50
€ 4.00 (5 to 17 years)
Free (up to 5 years)
During the May holiday from April 28 to May 13, 2018, Amersfoort Zoo invites children to the Klim Alles holiday. A special climbing route has been set up, which runs along and above all kinds of animals. BUT, the route isn't finished yet... Oops... Come and enjoy an exciting climbing adventure with your family.
When:Saturday 28 April to Sunday 13 May 2018
Where:Amersfoort Zoo, Barchman Wuytierslaan 224, Amersfoort
Time:9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Admission:regular entrance fee
You don't have to get bored during the May holidays, because from April 28 to May 13, 2018 you can craft your own music robot. If you participate in the activity in the Speelklok museum, you will receive a piece with a nice tune. In addition, you will also receive a craft kit for making a robot. First everything is put together and then decorated.
When:April 28 to May 13, 2018
Where:Museum Speelklok, Steenweg 6, Utrecht
Time:10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Admission:€ 4.00 (extra for tinkering)
On Sunday 6 May 2018, the family can enjoy a nice outing during the Farm Fair in Gaaselternijveen. Take a look at one of the 30 stalls or view the fields of blueberries. The children can enjoy themselves on straw bales and ride a pony.
When:Sunday, May 6, 2018
Where:Blueberry farm, Gasselterboerveen 30, Gasselternijveen
Time:11:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Admission:free
During the May holidays, children can experience a great adventure during 'Discover the stars of the jungle' in Luttelgeest. From Friday 27 April to 13 May 2018, children will discover the tropical butterfly, the stars of the Lemur Empire and can enjoy a jungle freak show in the Jungle Theater.
When:Friday 27 April to 13 May 2018
Where:Orchideeën Hoeve, Oosterringeweg 34, Luttelgeest
Time:9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Sundays and public holidays 10:00 AM – 6:00 pm
Admission:€14.00
€8.00 (4 to 12 years)
Free (up to 4 years)
From April 28 to May 6, 2018, children can enjoy themselves with various activities in the outdoor park SEC Survivals in Almere. Various themes are planned for the May 2018 holiday, including family survival, kids survival and treasure hunt. Of course you can also follow an archery workshop.
When:April 28 to May 6, 2018
Where:SEC Survivals Outdoor Park, Verlaatweg 2, Almere
Time:see website
Access:from €9.50
A fun outing for older children is the Game Market in Heerenveen on Sunday, April 29, 2018. Games enthusiasts will enjoy more than 150 tables full of games. From retro to modern, consoles, goodies, if you like gaming you've come to the right place.
When:Sunday 29 April 2018
Where:Sportstad Heerenveen, Abe Lenstra Boulevard 23Q, Heerenveen
Time:10:00 – 15:30
Admission:€ 3.00
Free (up to 12 years)
On April 29, 2018 you can come Loeren at the Boeren in Leudal and Weert. 7 agricultural enterprises open their business to the public. Do you want to visit them all? There is a 20 km long cycle route that runs past all seven companies. You can belong to the companies, see, taste and feel how it works.
When:Sunday, April 29, 2018
Where:Stals nursery, Ingelshof care farm, Stijndergeit goat farm, De Kruijs broiler barn, organic Kemper dairy farm, Hoeve Lieshout farm and activities, Breukers partnership, Limburg water board
Time:10 :30 – 16:30
Admission:free
If you are looking for a nice outing for your family around Liberation Day, come to the Vliegerfestival in Valkenswaard on 5 and 6 May 2018. Young and old can enjoy kites in different styles and sizes. Of course, the children have also been thought of with all kinds of fun activities. During the event, children can make their own kite, have their face painted, have fun on the inflatables or catch candy. In short, a nice outing for the whole family.
When:Saturday 5 May and Sunday 6 May 2018
Where:Schafterdijk 9, Valkenswaard
Time:Saturday 10am – 11:59pm (with lit kites in the evening)
Sunday 10:00 – 17:00 hrs
Admission:free
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