The Ultimate Guide to Food Festivals in the Netherlands 2025
If you love food, drinks, and good company, the Netherlands has plenty of amazing food festivals in 2025 that you won’t want to miss! From gourmet street food to immersive dining experiences, there’s something for everyone. Mark your calendar and get ready to indulge!
Please note that these are the tentative dates. Always check the event website for the latest version of the schedule.
Festival TREK: A Culinary Adventure in the ParkTransforming city parks into open-air restaurants, Festival TREK is an eclectic mix of gourmet street food, live entertainment, and a vibrant atmosphere. With multiple editions across the country, you can experience this festival in various locations:
- Rotterdam – May 8-11, 2025
- Tilburg – May 16-18, 2025
- Nijmegen – May 23-25, 2025
- Maastricht – May 29-June 1, 2025
- Utrecht – June 5-9, 2025
- s-Hertogenbosch – June 27-29, 2025
- Amsterdam – July 4-6, 2025
- Den Haag – August 29-31, 2025
- Utrecht (Maximapark) – September 5-7, 2025
Expect an array of food trucks serving up global flavors, craft beers, and live performances to complete the experience.
HOPPAAA! Foodtruck Festivals HOPPAAA! is a traveling food festival featuring delicious food trucks, great drinks, and live music. It pops up in different locations throughout the year: - March 7-9 – Koepelhal Tilburg (Indoor festival)
- April 4-6 – Pekingtuin Baarn
- April 19-21 – Park Boom en Bosch, Breukelen (Easter edition)
- May 5 – Bevrijdingsdag festival, Park Goudestein Maarssen
- May 9-11 – De Groene Wig, Wormer
- May 16-18 – Twistvlietpark, Zwolle
- May 29-June 1 – Buiten de Waterpoort, Gorinchem (Ascension weekend)
- June 7-9 – Dudokpark, Hilversum (Pentecost weekend)
- June 13-15 – Westdampark, Woerden
- June 27-29 – Manifestatieterrein, Huizen
- July 4-6 – Oostkadijk, Nijkerk
- July 11-13 – Lammermarkt, Leiden
- August 2-3 – Voortuin Paleis Soestdijk, Baarn
- August 15-17 – Landje van Top, Enkhuizen
- August 22-24 – Park Kokkebogaard, Nieuwegein
- August 30 – Smaragdplein, Utrecht
- September 5-7 – Kaipark, Amersfoort Vathorst
Each edition features a different lineup of food trucks, offering everything from gourmet burgers to exotic delicacies.
DiscoDip: A Culinary World TourNot your average food festival, DiscoDip takes you on a journey through six different culinary worlds. Each area is uniquely themed, immersing visitors in a sensory adventure.
📍 Location: Amsterdamse Bos – Land van Bosse📅 Dates: May 23-25, 2025
From the aromas of freshly baked focaccia in an Italian piazza to the buzz of an Asian street market, DiscoDip promises an unforgettable food experience.
ProefPark Haarlem: More Than Just FoodTaking place the weekend after Haarlem Jazz & More and just before F1 Zandvoort, ProefPark Haarlem offers a fantastic lineup of food trucks, entertainment, and interactive activities for all ages.
📍 Location: Haarlem📅 Dates: August 22-24, 2025
Highlights: Live music and surprise acts, silent disco & kids’ activities, food trucks with soul, comfort, and street food, oyster painting and other interactive workshops
SPIJS! Food Festival SPIJS! is all about casual dining, innovative flavors, and an adventurous food experience. Combining delicious dishes with entertainment, it’s a must-visit for food lovers.
📍 Location: TBA📅 Dates: May 17-18, 2025
Expect a laid-back atmosphere filled with mouthwatering food, live music, and an energetic crowd.
Rollende Keukens: Amsterdam’s Largest Open-Air RestaurantFor five days, Amsterdam’s Westerpark transforms into a foodie paradise during The Weekend of the Rolling Kitchens. Over 100 mobile kitchens serve everything from gourmet street food to high-end delicacies.
📍 Location: Westerpark, Amsterdam📅 Dates: May 28-June 1, 2025
Why You Should Go: Free entrance (since 2008)
Open daily from 1 PM – 11 PM
Live music, craft beer, and fine wines
Massive variety of food options
ConclusionThe Netherlands is a haven for foodies, and 2025 is packed with incredible food festivals showcasing global flavors, local specialties, and unique dining experiences. Whether you’re a fan of gourmet food trucks, immersive culinary adventures, or just love good vibes and great company, there’s a festival for you.Which food festival will you visit this year? Let us know in the comments!
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