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Events

Whether you are looking for cultural festivals, music performances, sporting events, lectures or local markets, there is always something to do in Den Helder! Check out our events calendar to stay up to date on what is happening.

Event

Country & Americana festival

On August 29, country, Americana, and roots music will fill the air at Hotel Den Helder. Enjoy a day in a Western atmosphere with live music, workshops, and country games.

Sat 29 Aug '26

Event Workshop

Baking shortbread cookies at Landal Beach Resort Ooghduyne

Bake your own shortbread cookies and combine this activity with a visit to Zandspektakel at Landal Beach Resort Ooghduyne.

Fri 1 May '26

- Mon 31 Aug '26

Bike tour Walking tour

Puzzle Hunt: Discover the Sand Sculptures in a unique way

Hop on your bike or walk past the sand sculptures during the Sand Spectacle in Julianadorp.

Wed 20 May '26

- Mon 31 Aug '26

Event Market

Shopping Sunday in the Helderse City Centre

Come shop in the Helderse City Centre during Shopping Sunday, every last Sunday of the month.

Next date:
Sun 30 Aug '26

Sun 30 Aug 2026

12:00

-5:00 PM

Event

Shopping Sunday at De Riepel shopping center

Come shop every Sunday at De Riepel shopping center in Julianadorp and shop at your own pace.

Sun 15 Mar '26

- Sun 27 Dec '26

Event Exhibition

Julianadorp Sand Spectacle

Please note: the sand sculptures in Loopuyt Park have been removed as of August 17, 2026, and are therefore no longer visible.

Mon 4 May '26

- Mon 31 Aug '26

Event

Photo Contest for the Most Beautiful Helderse Picture

Take a photo of your most beautiful sand sculpture in Julianadorp and enter the Most Beautiful Helderse Picture photo contest.

Fri 1 May '26

- Wed 30 Sep '26

Event

Sand spectacle menu at Bospaviljoen De Vallei

Turn your visit to the Zandspektakel into a tasty beach stop at Bospaviljoen De Vallei.

Fri 1 May '26

- Mon 31 Aug '26