⚔️ Step Back in Time – Historisch Zoetermeer 2026 🏰

For one weekend, the centre of Zoetermeer is travelling back in time! Join us on Sunday, 27 September as we explore Festival Historisch Zoetermeer together. 🎟️ Free entrance Every year, Historisch Zoetermeer brings centuries of history to life with a colourful mix of knights, historical encampments, live music, markets, demonstrations and performances. ⚔️ Knights, battles & medieval adventures One of the highlights is the spectacular Knights of Camelot tournament, featuring horseback riding and medieval combat in the festival arena. Around the festival grounds, different groups recreate aspects of life from centuries past, and there are historical activities and demonstrations to discover throughout the day. 🧙 History meets fantasy This isn't just a serious history lesson! We can wander around the historical and fantasy market, browse unusual stalls and see everything from handmade crafts and jewellery to medieval clothing, fantasy items, leatherwork and other curiosities. Expect plenty of costumes and an atmosphere somewhere between a historical reenactment, medieval fair and fantasy festival. 🎶 Live music & entertainment Throughout the day there will also be live music, performances and entertainment, alongside the larger historical shows. There’s no need to follow a strict programme. We can simply wander around together, watch whatever catches our attention and see where the afternoon takes us. 🍖 And yes, there will be food... Exploring the Middle Ages requires provisions. There will be various food and drink stalls around the festival, so we can grab something along the way while exploring. Food isn't the main focus of this meetup, though. The idea is simply to have a fun and unusual day out together and enjoy everything the festival has to offer. 🚆 Getting there The festival takes place at Centraal Park in Zoetermeer, within easy walking distance of the city centre and public transport. 👥 About this meetup We'll meet at 13:00 and explore the festival together. There is no strict schedule. We can wander through the market, watch the knights, listen to some music, grab something to eat or drink, and join whatever activities look interesting. You definitely don't need to know anything about history to join. Come along if you enjoy festivals, medieval or fantasy themes, unusual days out, or simply want to meet some new people. And if you happen to own a medieval outfit, cloak, Viking tunic or suspiciously elaborate wizard costume... this may finally be its moment. 🧙⚔️ 👉 More information: https://www.historischzoetermeer.nl/ See you in the Middle Ages! 🏰