... Various tournaments for both men and women will take place throughout the weekend. There will be a separate junior tournament to introduce youngsters to competitive darts.

... off-road, with tracks on sand, grass, shell paths and mud. The course runs through De Nederlanden, De Muy, De Slufter, Bleekersvallei and the woodland close to De Koog.

Location: Badweg 33, De Koog

... 5 February in Evenementenhal Texel van Recreatiepark de Krim. Visit this evening, learn to recognize digital fraud and make sure that criminals can't deceive you!

... A nice taste of the Culture month "Lange Juni" and a free event where Texel cultural initiatives present themselves. 

Location: Oosterend

...Fabulous classic ABBA hits from the '70s! In this anniversary year of De Krim Texel, we start with a big ABBA party in the Event Hall Texel.   

... The tournament will take place during the weekend of 6, 7 and 8 March 2020.

Do you like games but have never heard of Tock? No problem, there is still plenty of time to learn.

... a run organised by the regional athletics union; runners come from near and far. The event is famous for its good atmosphere and small-scale approach. Distances: 21 km, 10.6 km and 5 km.

Location: De Waal

...The line-up consists of bands and artists from Texel. From rock to blues and from ballads to funk, a different band will take to the stage every 40 minutes. 

...Little Lamb Walk, you’ll see the sheep with their newborn lambs in the meadows. And you’ll see traditional schapeboeten and tuinwallen. The youngest walkers will receive a medal when they reach the finish.

Location: Emmalaan 65, Den Burg

... stories the crew have to tell. They are glad to explain why their work is so important. If you are a donor, you can join them in a fast life boat; if you donate on the spot, you can sail with them!

Location: Haven 26, Oudeschild and

Volharding 3, De Cocksdorp

 ... Den Burg, with lots to do in the Wezentuin, on Groeneplaats, Cinema Texel’s terrace and a flea market. 

Location: Den Burg

 ... so it has more birds than anywhere else in the Netherlands. The nutrient-rich mudflats are great stopovers for migrating birds. The event offers visitors lots to do.

Location: Kikkertstraat 42-44, De Cocksdorp

... A veritable Broadway, where every “theatre” becomes a venue for an amazing performance. More than 30 living rooms and garages are transformed into real, tiny theatres. Get refreshments between performances from street-food stalls.

Location: Den Hoorn

... year in Wezentuin Park in Den Burg. Over 12 sorts of speciality draught beer from all over the Netherlands, including Texel of course! Everyone’s welcome.

Location: Parkstraat 36, Den Burg

 ... are being organised. Whether it is yoga in the dunes or an exiting music line-up, WAVES has it all. The Festival aims at putting a playful focus on sustainability and mindfulness, while offering everyone a weekend full of activities and fun. A beachfestival with everything that belongs to it.

Locatie: Ruyslaan 96, 1796 AZ, De Koog. 

 ... at Pole 17. Good views of the race can be had from various spots. At Pole 17, near the lighthouse, from the dyke at Oosterend and at NOIZ, at Oudeschild’s harbour and at `t Horntje.

Locatie: Multiple Locations

... held in De Waal and is known for its relaxed, island ambiance. There are several stages and a surprising line-up, with something for everyone at Texel’s favourite pop festival.

Location: De Waal

 ... or Texel guest looks forward to the annual SunBeats at Pole 17. What could be better than sun, sand and music with famous DJs at the turntables? The festival is 18+.

Location: Strand Paal 17

Ruyslaan 96, De Koog

... sheared, milked and their hooves trimmed. Watch sheepmilking and sheepshearing contests or buy souvenirs. The venue is next to Den Hoorn’s church, or Novalishoeve if the weather is bad.

Location: Den Hoorn 

... by junior races, rodeo, bangerstox, free class and stock cars. Island racers have the chance to test their skills against each other at this spectacular event. 

Location: Hoofdweg 35, De Cocksdorp

... various demonstrations and activities, including a tractor show, a gooseherd, a wood artist and much more. The youngest visitors can visit the petting farm.

Location: Kleiweg, near Den Hoorn. 

... you can watch and listen to great shows, demonstrations and music performed by these creative sailors in Den Burg and Oudeschild. It’s enchanting!

Location: Multiple locations

... Stroll past the fish stalls at HavenVistijn and how the various species are related. Sample freshly fried or smoked fish, take part in an activity or sail with the lifeboat crew.

Location: Oudeschild

colourful festival: the Tropical Sea Festival. First, several bands play their music in the main street of the village; then the party continues in the little pubs.

Location: De Koog

... several Texel restaurants prepare tiny dishes from their menus. Stroll from tent to tent and savour the bites; Kogertjes are the means of payment here. True Texel friendliness! 

Location: Dorpsstraat, De Koog

 ... On Texel begins at the ferry and passes lots of amazing wildlife areas. The course ends with a festive welcome in Den Burg. It’s a great spectator event too.

Location: Pontweg 1, Den Hoorn

beautiful, unique kites, from whales to crabs and from Pokémon to teddy bears. There’s just so much to see at this event between Poles 19 and 21 at De Koog.

Location: Paal 20, De Koog

... for music lovers. The cosy atmosphere and the top musicians will make for some unforgettable evenings. 

Location: Multiple Locations, Den Burg

... Ecomare is open. Watch the stars through a telescope if the night is clear. A “dark” excursion round woods, dunes and the beach leaves from Ecomare. Check at the complete programme now.

Location: Multiple Locations

... its own traditions for Ouwe Sunderklaas. Exciting events of the past year are relived by villagers in fancy dress. Afterwards, everyone reveals his or her identity and shares a drink on the streets.

Locatie: Multiple Locations

... the big church and enjoy the small stalls with fun (Christmas) items. The Christmas market starts at 16:00 and ends at 20:00. 

Location: Around the big church, Oosterend

... and tourists for a fresh New Year. Then warm up with some nice hot traditional pea soup or a Texel dram. 

Location: Paal 28, De Cocksdorp. Paal 9, Den Hoorn. Paal 20, De Koog

 …starts at t Horntje near the ferry port, then leads across the entire west coast of Texel and then finally finishes in Den Burg. Are you ready to take on this challenge?