Stokers & Friends: sing along about the Salty Sea
From October 8th, you can immerse yourself in six evenings full of shanties, atmosphere and singing together.
Tour of the Royal Netherlands Naval Institute
Walk along the training grounds of future naval officers.
Oktoberfest 2026
Join us for Oktoberfest: beer, music and partying in Quelderduijn
Summer Dreams 2026
Enjoy music, market and picnic under the trees in Timor Park
Guided tour of the old Rijkswerf Willemsoord
Join a historical walk through the former naval shipyard.
Halloween market Den Helder
On October 29, the city center turns into an atmospheric, spooky market
Napoleon Mile Run
Run along Napoleon's forts and dike on October 11 in Den Helder
Helders Beer Festival 2026
Discover over 20 breweries, more than 100 different beers, delicious food, and a lively festival atmosphere at the Helders Beer Festival.
Guided tour of Fort Harssens
Would you like to join a tour of this magnificent fort? The "Fort op de Harssens," unknown to many, was built as an armored fort by the Dutch between 1880 and 1886, then and now part of Stelling Den Helder (Fortress Den Helder). What will you experience? An authentic fort (without furnishings, etc.) where time seems to have stood still. The atmosphere of 1900 is still palpable.
How do you tell your story?
Discover how to bring a story to life in three workshops.