Last-Minute Guide, King's Day 2025 in Groningen

King's Day is here, and Groningen is ready to celebrate in style! Whether you’re in the mood for a massive party, a cosy flea market, or live music, there’s plenty to do across the city. Here's your quick guide to some of the best last-minute options.

King’s Day: Saturday, April 26

Markets and Family Fun

• Free Market along the Singels: Wander through the canals from 09:00 to 17:00 hunting for second-hand treasures. A special children's market is at Westerhaven.
• Nieuwe Markt (near Forum): Live music, XXL games, traditional Dutch games, and large terraces from 12:00.
• Kromme Elleboog: Live music and DJs from 14:00 onward.
• Uurwerker Courtyard: DJs playing from 13:00 to 23:00.
• Gelkingestraat: Live music at De Doos with Kevin Paré and DJ Nick from 14:30.

Terraces and Bars

Many cafés and restaurants along Poelestraat, like Pizzabakkers and 't Gat, will be open with DJs from 13:00 to 23:00. Great for grabbing a drink and enjoying the festive atmosphere.

Big Festivals

• Kingsland Festival at Stadspark: Roxy Dekker, Bankzitters, Bizzey, Kriss Kross Amsterdam, and more. Tickets €49. Find out more.
• Koningskopje at Stadslab: Outdoor party with HipHop, R&B & Afro beats. Tickets €27.50. Details here.
• Vera Basement Party: Dub, reggae, and live bands – entrance is free.

Electronic Music Fans

• Cheap Kingsday by OOST: Secret location dance party. Tickets available here.
• KopjeK at the Graanfabriek: Sold-out techno party – check Ticketswap for tickets.
• Club Ries at EM2: Groovy house and techno party for €13.50. Event info.
• Onder de Pannen and Palla d'Uovo at Bamboo Lodge: Dark disco and Italian beats for €25. Tickets here.

Other useful links:

• Full program on the Oranje Groningen site
• Kingsland Festival Groningen
• All events across the city via OOG TV’s map