Music & entertainment

Geertje Tjalma's Glowing Bag

On Friday, October 25th, during the Helder Licht Festival, you can admire a special artwork along the route near the Bethel Church: the glowing bag by Geertje Tjalma. This striking and unique artwork adds a magical element to the illuminated route and provides an unforgettable experience.


Enjoy Music on the Water on October 25th, 30th, and November 3rd

While you enjoy the light route, you will find a beautiful swan providing a delightful musical accompaniment on the Loodsgracht (from the Mosterdbrug towards the Postbrug). The swan will be there on October 25th, 30th, and November 3rd from 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM.


GentleBlend

On Saturday, October 26th, during the Helder Licht Festival, you can encounter the special act GentleBlend. From 7:00 PM to 8:45 PM, this atmospheric music will provide a unique experience as you walk along the Molengracht and Loodsgracht.


Enchanting Organ Sounds at the Bolder during the Light Festival

On Tuesday, October 29th, from 6:45 PM to 9:00 PM, there will be an extra musical surprise at the Bolder during the Light Festival. The Orgelvrienden will provide a captivating organ performance, making the experience even more unique. Come by and be carried away by the beautiful sounds on this special evening.


Street Theater Living Lamps


On October 27th and 28th, during your walk near the Mosterdbrug, you can encounter the unique "Living Lamps." These performers ensure that the poems along the route are illuminated and made even more visible by literally shining light on them. From 7:00 PM to 8:30 PM, they bring the words to life, adding a magical element to the poetry along the route.


Calibra during Helder Licht


On October 31st, from 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM, Calibra will take place aboard Z.M. Bonaire. Enjoy music and stories in this special setting during the Helder Licht route.

On November 2nd, while walking along the canal in Den Helder during the Helder Licht Festival, you can enjoy this magical performance combined with the poems that can also be found here.