Events

A tour of the historic centre of Gemert Forest will be provided by VVV guides.

A fifty kilometres bicycle ride passing the most beautiful spots of the region, combined with the local culinary cream of the crop.

Immerse yourself completely in nature on the two kilometres of the Beaver Path in Hamont-Achel. Seasoned boys and girls go barefoot for the full experience, but it is of course no problem if you want to keep your shoes on.

The history of the town of Valkenswaard is as long as it is rich. For example, it was the first Dutch town to be liberated by the English in 1944. Its falconry and cigar industries used to be of international renown.

Every Thursday, the weekly market takes place on Valkenswaard's Market Square. It is the liveliest and best weekly market in Brabant, also popular with Belgian visitors. In summer, there is often live music. After shopping, you can enjoy one of the many surrounding terraces.

Bring your friends and family to Kermis Budel-Schoot for the fattest rides, cool win prizes and the party square.

The children's event Break the Week Kids offers - free of charge - activities for children aged 4 to 12 every Wednesday afternoon during the summer holidays

Swing and sway like a daredevil at the summer fair in Valkenswaard! Afterwards, enjoy the music of ambiance and, of course, win a cool prize.

The children's event Break the Week Kids offers - free of charge - activities for children aged 4 to 12 every Wednesday afternoon during the summer holidays

Discover the origins, nature and monuments of Budel-Dorplein. Every last Sunday of the month.

The children's event Break the Week Kids offers - free of charge - activities for children aged 4 to 12 every Wednesday afternoon during the summer holidays

Every Wednesday during the summer holidays, the children's event Break the Week Kids takes place in the centre of Valkenswaard from 14:00 to 16:00; a varied programme of activities for children aged 4 to 12.

The opening of the cultural season in Valkenswaard. This free festival weekend makes the whole centre of Valkenswaard buzz. And of course with Bloemencorso Valkenswaard, the cosiest dahlia festival in Brabant with the theme: Hocus Focus!

Go crazy during the Gastel Fair. After a ride on your favourite roller coaster, party along in the marquee on the square.

Every year, on the second weekend of September, the “Stichting Bloemencorso Valkenswaard” (Foundation Flower parade Valkenswaard) organizes the annual Flower Parade.

The Kunstenfestival Borkel en Schaft will take place from Thursday 5 to Sunday 8 October 2023. This new event, which is being held for the first time, is the result of a collaboration between a group of artists and residents.

Incredible displays of scarecrows transforming Frans van Bestpark into an outdoor exhibition of creativity. Live music, theatre, good food and an extensive children's programme