Vincent van Gogh makes a major turning point in his life in 1880. Why does he do this? You will find out in the lecture by Pilip Depuydt.

Lecture Vincent in La Borinage at Het Gele Huis

Discover an intimate evening in Het Gele Huis with Dutch-language chansons by Noël Casteleyn and Tomas Cordenier on 9 May 2025.

On the road with Tomas Cordenier & Noël Casteleyn

Discover the exhibition by Bert Menco at Het Gele Huis, Breda, featuring unique gold and silver pen drawings.

Exhibition of Bert Menco at Het Gele Huis

Discover the closing workshop 'Komma Samen' in Breda, about reimagining home together.

Finissage workshop ‘Komma Samen’: Fortress of Blankets

Discover the Liège Market at Breepark on 31 August 2025 with 400 stalls full of vintage, antique, and curiosities.

De Luikse Markt at Breepark

Discover the Asian food & culture festival in Breda at Breepark! Enjoy authentic dishes, live music, and 225+ stalls for the ultimate experience.

Asia Night Market at Breepark

One of the most enjoyable traditions during King's Day is definitely visiting a flea market. In Breda and the surrounding area, there are various ones every year. We have compiled an overview of the markets that you definitely shouldn't miss on Saturday, 26 April! Whether as a visitor or to set up your own stall.

The largest flea market in Breda takes place in <a href="puuid#10940587-a02f-4da3-ae6b-3250bc9f1b2c">Park Valkenberg</a>&nbsp;and runs from 11:00 to 17:00. However, if you want a good spot, it is wise to arrive at the park a few hours earlier.&nbsp; This market is specifically for children. Here, they can sell their old toys, books, and clothes to earn some pocket money. Commercial traders are not welcome. As a child or family, you can lay out a blanket for free to sell your items.

Free Market Park Valkenberg

On 26 April, there will be a flea market at STEK, Belcrum Beach and Pier15. Here you can stroll along all the stalls and booths with items from both individuals and products from creative makers from 10.00 to 17.00. Would you like to reserve a stall? Then email <a href="mailto:markt@stekbreda.nl">markt@stekbreda.nl</a>

Flea Market Stek

The flea market in Prinsenbeek is also specially for children. Since the Oranje Comité of Prinsenbeek is celebrating its 60th anniversary this year, King's Day lasts a whole weekend here! In addition to the flea market on Saturday, there is a wide range of activities on the Markt until Sunday 27 April, including various performances and demonstrations from sports clubs.

Flea Market Prinsenbeek

In the Haagse Beemden neighbourhood, there is a large flea market at the Heksenwiel shopping centre. If you want to participate, you can register at De Baronie Tweewielers.

Flea market at shopping centre het Heksenwiel

At the Pekhoeve in Ulvenhout, you will find a children's rummage market on King's Day. Participation and entry are free. This flea market lasts from 14:00 to 16:30. In addition to the flea market, there are various other activities for children taking place at the Pekhoeve. There will be a pétanque tournament, you can take part in the orange lottery, and there will be an award ceremony for the best-decorated bike.

Flea Market Ulvenhout

The children's flea market of Bavel takes place in the morning from 09:00 to 12:00. The flea market of Bavel is held in Kloosterstraat. You can set up your market stall from 09:00.

Flea Market Bavel

A smaller free market takes place at the Willem Alexanderplein in Teteringen. This free market is for children and runs from 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM.&nbsp;Are you curious about what else is happening in Breda this year during King's Day? Then check out our blog about <a href="puuid#d577487e-3f2a-4559-be1d-e9a65d5eae4e">King's Day in Breda</a>!

Free market Teteringen

Pull out your orange outfit because this year King's Day is once again a celebration! King's Day is never celebrated on a Sunday, which is why this year it falls a day earlier. On Saturday 26 April, the festivities will kick off in and around Breda, with lively flea markets, festivals, and numerous activities. But also on 27 April, the orange celebration in Breda continues as usual! This will be a weekend filled with music, fun, and festivities to celebrate the King's birthday in style. Don’t miss it!

What is there to do on King's Day?

Start King’s Day in Breda with a special spectacle! The day traditionally begins at the KMA with a ceremonial flag parade.

Ceremonial Kick-off King's Day

Celebrate Kingsday in Ulvenhout with decorated bicycles, children's games, a flea market, and more!

Kingsday in Ulvenhout

Celebrate King's Day in Prinsenbeek with activities for young and old! Enjoy a free market, demonstrations, and local performances.

Kings Day in Prinsenbeek

't Sweet. The old CSM site where two giant towers once stood and sugar was produced. Most people know it from the letters 'IK GA VIA BREDA'. During King's Day, the old sugar beet baking area serves as the backdrop for Oranje Zoet!

Kingsday Rave - Oranje Zoet 2025

The national event 538 Koningsdag is also descending on Breda this year. Our king's birthday will be properly celebrated here!

Flea markets during King's Day in Breda