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HEEZE – With the Brabantsedag just around the corner, the Brabantsedag Foundation would like to provide visitors with important information about tokens, payment methods and its alcohol policy.During the Opening Party on Saturday 22 August, the Garden Party on Saturday 29 August, and the Closing Party on Sunday 30 August, tokens can only be purchased by card payment. Cash payments will not be…

Saturday, 22 August 2026 | 16 construction sites across Heeze | 10:00 AM – 4:00 PMHEEZE – Curious to see how the largest theatre parade of the year comes to life? Then don't miss the Open Tent Tour. On Saturday, 22 August, all sixteen float-building groups will open their construction tents to the public. Between 10:00 AM and 4:00 PM, visitors can explore the various construction sites and …

For nine years, one familiar sound has marked Brabantsedag week: Wagenbouwers FM.  The radio station for the float-building groups has become an essential part of the build-up to the largest theatre parade of the year. This year, Wagenbouwers FM will once again broadcast live for an entire week from the Glass House in the centre of Heeze. New this year is that, in addition to FM and online stre…

HEEZE – What makes a Brabantsedag float a true theatrical performance? When does a story really connect with its audience? And what makes the Brabantsedag so special through the eyes of people who work in theatre every day? These are the questions at the heart of the latest episode of the Paradepraat podcast.Host Frank Ikink and sidekick Dirk van Gaal welcome two guests from the world of thea…

On Sunday, 30 August, Dutch Railways (NS) will operate additional trains to the 67th Brabantsedag in Heeze. Regular services will also run with longer trains to accommodate the expected number of visitors. From Heeze railway station, it is approximately a 10-minute walk to the theatre parade route. The parade starts at 1:30 PM.During the Brabantsedag, sixteen float-building groups and around 2,…

Saturday, 22 August 2026 – Heeze Town Centre, 7:00 PMHEEZE – The Brabantsedag Children's Parade has become a beloved tradition in the lead-up to the Brabantsedag. On Saturday evening, 22 August, as many as 450 children will parade through the streets of Heeze with their own handmade creations. Featuring miniature theatre floats, colourful costumes and boundless enthusiasm, they will bring t…