Special events in true island style
Events on Texel
So much to do all year round!
Culture, music or sports lover? Texel has lots to offer all year round! Surprising, special events in true island style! Below is an overview of fun events to look forward to in the coming months.
Coronavirus measures
The measures concerning the Coronavirus (COVID-19) may have consequences for your visit to Texel. We advise you to check the website of the event you wish to visit if the event will take place and/or the location you want to visit is open and/or reservation is necessary.
The best events on Texel
Wool bath
If you feel like dreaming away in a warm wool bath, Woolness is the right place! During a wool bath you can enjoy the surprising effect that real sheep's wool has. The lanolin (wool fat) gives your skin extra softness and has a healing effect. In addition, the...
...the warmth provided by the wool is good for your muscles and joints and you can relax perfectly in your wool bath. The wool bath is accessible from Monday to Sunday, check the website for current times and information.
Location: Postweg 134, De Cocksdorp
Sport fishing
Would you like to discover what kind of fish can be found on Texel's waters? The M.S. Rival has been out on the water with anglers for about 45 years. During the sport fishing trip you will visit various places on the water and you can also spot...
...seals while fishing. Shipmaster Jaap will be happy to show you around the Texel waters and can give you excellent tips and explanations about fishing. The fishing trips are offered from Monday to Sunday, check the website for current times and information.
Treasure hunt workshop with your dog
On holiday on Texel with your dog? Then follow a treasure hunt workshop, a fun activity for dog and owner! Work together as a team and challenge your dog during the treasure hunt...
...Even without experience you can follow a workshop with your dog.
Location: Start location changes
Singing under the tree
On Christmas Eve, residents of De Koog and guests will sing under the large Christmas tree on the Dorpsplein at 19.00 hrs. In the attractively lit centre you can get into the Christmas mood by singing along with...
...all the famous Christmas carols. But of course you can only listen and enjoy them too. Afterwards you can have a drink in the cosy Dorpsstraat to warm up again.
New Year's Dip
Start the New Year with a chilly dip in the North Sea at one of the entrances to the beach at Poles 9, 20 or 28. Put on your bikini, swimsuit or trunks and take a dive with hundreds of islanders...
... 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
Tock tournament
Do you enjoy playing Tock with friends and think it would be fun to challenge other teams? Be sure to mark your calendar for the Tock tournament at Holiday Park De Krim...
... The tournament will take place during the weekend of 5, 6 and 7 March 2021.
Do you like games but have never heard of Tock? No problem, there is still plenty of time to learn.
Texel Culinair Inside Edition
Texel Culinair is a three-day culinary event in the centre of De Koog. The 2020 edition cannot take place due to Corona. In order to support the participants, an alternative has been devised for March 2021.
During 'Texel Culinair Inside Edition' the participants will share their restaurant with a participant who does not have a restaurant in the street.
Location: De Koog
Zestig van Texel
On Sunday 5 April 2021 the 16th Edition oft he Event “Zestig van Texel”is going to take place. During this event, runners have the chance to test their skills to the fullest on either the 60 km or the 120 km route. The route…
…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?
King's Day
27 April is King’s Day! This festive event is celebrated in the bustling centre of Den Burg with a range of activities for all ages. King’s Day is a party throughout...
... Den Burg, with lots to do in the Wezentuin, on Groeneplaats, Cinema Texel’s terrace and a flea market.
Location: Den Burg
Woezel & Pip
The cutest dogs in the world go on a new adventure in this fun musical show for the entire family. There’s a big problem!...
... Woezel’s bone has suddenly disappeared. The dogs go on amazing adventures during their search. Will you join Woezel & Pip in their search?
Wadden Bird Festival
Birds are everywhere on Texel: there are many different species, often rare ones. Discover Texel’s wealth of birds at the Wadden Bird Festival. Texel has 380 different species of birds...
... 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
Beer festival
Come and enjoy a beer at Den Burg’s specialty beer festival. Live music plays while you have the chance to sample a range of special draught beers. This festival is held every...
... 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
Round Texel Race
'The Round Texel Race is the catamaran race in the world. Hundreds of “cat” sailors come to Texel and sail around the island as fast as possible. It’s a stunning sight. The start and finish are...
... 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
WAVES
From the 24th until the 26th of June 2021 the brand new sport and music festival WAVES will take place on the beach of Paal 17. Next to numerous watersport competitions like the famous “Ronde om Texel” many other activities…
... 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.
The big pirate show!
The pirates will hunt for real treasure on an exciting adventure full of music and mystery in Event Hall Texel. Will they find it, or will they need help from their fellow sailors in the audience?...
…Agaat Piraat and her mates are going on a swinging, musical adventure. The audience won’t be able to sit still. You will have to pull out all the stops, searching for the pirate’s treasure together.
Texel blues
Small stages with live music at various locations in Den Burg. That’s Texelblues! From 8 to 10 October, numerous blues musicians from the Netherlands and abroad will perform in bars and restaurants. It’ll be the perfect weekend ...
... for music lovers. The cosy atmosphere and the top musicians will make for some unforgettable evenings.
Location: Multiple Locations, Den Burg
Texel Darts Trophy
The 15th edition of the Texel Darts Trophy tournament will be held at Holiday Park De Krim during the weekend of 14, 15 and 16 January 2022....
... 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.
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All prices 2021 include VAT, reservation fee and excluding tourist tax of € 2.25 per person per night. Prices for all holiday homes and furnished tents with bathroom include final cleaning. The following applies additionally to the holiday homes and all furnished tents: including bedlinen for the 1st person, excluding mandatory bedlinen from the 2nd person and on at € 9.30 per person. Prices subject to change.
For group bookings, please contact the Booking office.
All prices 2021 include VAT, reservation fee and excluding tourist tax of € 2.25 per person per night. Prices for all holiday homes and furnished tents with bathroom include final cleaning. The following applies additionally to the holiday homes and all furnished tents: including bedlinen for the 1st person, excluding mandatory bedlinen from the 2nd person and on at € 9.30 per person. Prices subject to change.
For group bookings, please contact the Booking office.
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