Name: Sinterklaas arrival Breda city centre
Start: 2024-11-16T14:00:00+00:00
End: 2024-11-16T17:00:00+00:00

Experience the (Orange-)Nassaus and their connection to Breda during this day full of activities for young and old.

Nassaudag

The Brik Festival, an international festival especially for children from Breda! What could be better than allowing children and adults from all over the world to travel in a week, without even having to leave Breda?

Brabant International Children's Festival - BRIK

The May holiday is the perfect time to go on a little adventure. We’ve listed fun activities in Breda that you can enjoy with your family, relatives, partner or friends. Get out and explore Breda!

Nice things to do in Breda during the May holiday

Begin this exciting treasure hunt through the streets of Breda now. A perfect activity for the entire family.

Prince Willem's Treasure Hunt

Celebrate Mother's Day carefree at Kabonk in Breda with a delicious High Tea, while the children have fun in the indoor playground!

Mother's Day High Tea Kabonk

Celebrate Second Easter Day at Kabonk in Breda with a delicious Easter brunch while the kids have fun in the 7-storey indoor play area – worry-free enjoyment for everyone!

Easter Brunch Kabonk

In BIEB music, young musicians present their first performance in the library. These enthusiastic students, who have just begun their musical journey, will show you what they have already learned.

BIEB Music in Nieuwe Veste

Looking for a nice place where children can burn off their energy? Breda is bursting with fun playgrounds, from hidden gems in residential areas to playgrounds with slides, climbing frames, and even zip lines! Whether you're planning a play afternoon, celebrating a children's party, or just want to enjoy the outdoors, there is always a playground that fits perfectly.

Playgrounds in Breda

Fun for kids, but actually for everyone! Visit a petting farm! Take a walk, feed the animals (only if permitted!), pet the animals, and perhaps lend a helping hand. It's not only fun but also educational. A great outing to enjoy being outdoors. In Breda and the surrounding villages, there are more petting farms than you might think. We’ve listed them for you below!

Petting zoo's in and around Breda

Thanks to the Familiespoor, you will learn all about the meaningful history of Breda in a playful way – a treasure hunt through the exhibition The Nassaus of Breda.

Treasure hunt 'Family Trail' at Stedelijk Museum Breda

In the youth performances of Duda Paiva Company, the world that children know from cartoons and games comes to life. Roodkapje in Amazonia is an immersive, imaginative experience for everyone aged 6 and older, featuring enchanting visuals and Brazilian folklore.

Performance 'Roodkapje in Amazonia' at Chassé Theater

During the family walk, children will explore the Mastbos with the nature guides from IVN Mark & Donge.

Family Walk Speelbos Boeverijen

From the Grand Market

For many children, the arrival of Sinterklaas is one of the highlights of the year. This year, the Sint and his Pieten will make a cheerful tour through the city centre, starting from the Grote Markt.Programme:<ul><li>14:00: entertainment starts at the Grote Markt and the Sinterklaas tour begins</li><li>15:30: arrival of Sint and his entourage back at the Grote Markt&nbsp;</li><li>16:00: speeches from Sinterklaas and the mayor on the steps of the Town Hall</li><li>17:00: end, after which all children can put out their shoes at home.</li></ul>Route of the Sinterklaas arrival in Breda:<ul><li>Grote Markt</li><li>Catharinastraat</li><li>Havermarkt</li><li>Visserstraat</li><li>Lange Brugstraat</li><li>Korte Brugstraat</li><li>Karrestraat</li><li>Eindstraat</li><li>Houtmarkt</li><li>Halstraat</li><li>Veemarktstraat</li><li>Grote Markt</li></ul>Additional provisions for an inclusive Sinterklaas experience The organisation of the Sinterklaas arrival in Breda has paid extra attention to accessibility and inclusivity, so that everyone can enjoy:<ul><li>Gluten-free Piet: For children with a gluten allergy, a Gluten-free Piet will be present, identifiable by his baker's outfit and the sign ‘Gluten-free Piet’.</li><li>Low-stimulation zone: In the Halstraat, there is a special low-stimulation zone where the music is quieter and the Pieten are calmer, for children who are sensitive to stimuli.</li><li>Sign language Piet: On the Grote Markt, there is a Sign language Piet who translates the speeches of Sinterklaas and the mayor into sign language.</li><li>For children with a visual impairment, there will be an event at Nieuwe Veste on 24 November. With a radio play by the Voorleespiet (Reading Pete), lessons by the Dakpieten (the Rooftop Petes) and a meet &amp; greet with Sint and Piet. Due to capacity, a ticket is required for children and parents/guardians.&nbsp;</li></ul>

On Saturday 16 November, Sinterklaas and his Pieten will be taking a tour through the city centre of Breda.

Sinterklaas arrival Breda city centre

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