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Courses and workshops
Spring Herbal Course
Get to know the world of medicinal plants and herbs. In 4 lessons of 4 hours you will get to know about 20 commonly used herbs. You learn what they look like and how to process them. The lessons are practically oriented so that you can soon get started at home.
Art and culture
Parel Concert Cantiamo in the Dorpskerk Leidschendam
During the 'Parel concert', the favorite songs of the choir members, the pearls, will be performed as a kind of 'The best of Cantiamo.' Under the direction of conductor Jeroen Bosman, the choir will present over twenty-five songs.
Art and culture
Unique series of carillon concerts Voorburg
On four Saturdays in June and July, a unique series of carillon concerts is given in Huygenskwartier Voorburg. Every week a different carillonneur plays his own program on the carillon of the Oude Kerk. There is a screen outside the church on which you can see live how the carillonneur makes music.
Art and culture
Scratch concert
On Saturday, June 10, 2023, Singalong Events is organizing a scratch concert in the old church of Voorburg. Rehearsed the 'Cecilia mass' by the composer Charles Gounod in one day and then performed with orchestra and soloists.
History and architecture
Voorburgse Rondgang
The Voorburgse Rondgang is an arts festival in Huygenskwartier Voorburg. The cozy streets are filled with mini-galleries, cultural institutions open their doors and you can enjoy all the galleries that Voorburg has to offer via a route past all the galleries.
Art and culture
In de Wolken Zomerfestival
Children's bookshop In de Wolken has been a household name in Huygenskwartier Voorburg and the surrounding area for almost 25 years. During the In de Wolken Summer Festival you can enjoy various author visits, a reading performance, make-up, workshops, puppet theater and free popcorn and cotton candy. It promises to be a fun party!
Art and culture
Jazz Culinary in Huygenskwartier
A musical tasting with tasty jazz music! A broad program is presented on various stages, in which, in addition to nationally and internationally renowned jazz musicians, there is also a stage for local and regional jazz talent. You can enjoy drinks and a bite to eat in different tents and stands provided by the catering industry of the Huygenskwartier and the surrounding area.
Art and culture
Outdoor coffee concert
Vocal Ensemble Muze brings a color palette of sounds in nature and under the Silo tent, while enjoying coffee, tea and something sweet. Heavenly songs by Dutch composers such as Strategier and de Klerk, but also by Casals and Tchaikovsky. In addition, various folk songs from Hungary and one from Sweden.
Sport and games
Stompwijk Horse Days 2023
This year the Stompwijk Horse Days will be held from July 14 to 17, 2023. More information will follow soon.
With kids
Kids Heroes Fun Cruise & Sunday shopping
The fleet will depart from Huygenshaven on Sionstraat on Saturday 19 August in boats of various sizes. All puppets in the parade are announced from the stage ship. The larger than life Kids Heroes sail in a long procession to the lock in Leidschendam for a spectacular closure. Sunday 20 August is shopping Sunday.
Art and culture
Open Monuments Day Leidschendam-Voorburg
On Saturday, September 9th, 2023, it's Open Monuments Day again in Leidschendam-Voorburg, where there is plenty to do and experience for all ages. The theme of this year is Living Heritage. Take a look inside and get to know the beautiful buildings and monuments.
Art and culture
Huygens Festival 2023
The Huygens Festival is the classical music festival of Leidschendam-Voorburg. For three days, there are various performances by soloists and ensembles, both professional, amateur, and youth in the Huygenskwartier Voorburg.
Art and culture
Museum night
'Night at the museum' in atmospheric Huygenskwartier Voorburg on Saturday 7 October 2023. An evening visit to a museum is extra atmospheric. A beautifully lit building in a dark environment, it invites you to discover. Visit the various museums that participate in the Museum Night.
With kids
Halloween with Huygens
Halloween in the Huygenskwartier is a party for all children, big and small. Dress up and come and get the creeps on Saturday, October 28, 2023 in Huygenskwartier Voorburg. With fun activities for children and trendy shops for adults, it is fun for all ages!
With kids
Arrival of Sinterklaas
Saturday, November 18, Sinterklaas and his Pieten will step ashore to greet the children from Voorburg. After the official welcome, Sinterklaas takes a walk through the Huygenskwartier. Here, too, children have the chance to greet Sinterklaas.
Shopping
Huygens Winterfestival
The Huygens Winter Festival guarantees warm cosiness and plenty of winter inspiration. The shops and boutiques of Huygenskwartier Voorburg offer trendy clothing and beautiful gifts for everyone. Enjoy the cozy winter fair and the shopping Sunday!
Food and drink
Night of lights
With Christmas just around the corner, the Huygenskwartier Voorburg shines. Thousands of candles and small lights illuminate the streets and the many visitors. Walk along the illuminated historic facades, listen to atmospheric music and enjoy a hot cup of chocolate milk or a glass of mulled wine.
Startling activities
Hospitality in Stompwijk
De Bles is a contemporary, modern business in a historic building with a rich history. De Bles has a very accessible atmosphere and is renowned for the quality of its food and friendly service.
Zwembad De Fluit
Enjoy swimming with your family, your friends or just solo at Zwembad De Fluit. For years, the pool has been a real household name in the region!
