's-hertogenbosch
What can you experience
Atmosphere & experience
Festival vibe
Feel the energy of live music, DJ sets, and spontaneous performances as you stroll through the themed areas. Be surprised by tropical sounds, danceable beats and summer vibes — this is not a trade show, this is a festival that will give you travel jitters.
Food & beverages
Taste the world! From street food from Asia to tapas from Spain and cocktails with a holiday feeling — discover flavors from all over the world. Relax in our beach bar or enjoy a culinary adventure with a view of your next destination.
Games & more
Test your knowledge, challenge your friends and win great prizes at interactive travel games and activations. From VR travel experiences to quiz zones and travel simulations, it’s all about fun and experience.
Experiences
Step into another world: take a virtual safari, taste local specialties, participate in the GeoGuesser game or immerse yourself in the atmosphere of your dream destination. Each area offers unique experiences that bring travel to life.
![Curacao-Logo blauw -+-Tagline-rose[43]](https://vakantiefestival.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/Curacao-Logo-blauw-Tagline-rose43-300x129.png){kind=logo}
Main Stage Program
The Holiday Festival is no ordinary travel fair. It’s an experience full of smell, taste, music and adventure – all in one place. From luxury cruises to motorhome trips, from family vacations to once-in-a-lifetime adventures – this is where your next trip begins.
We’re kicking off the festival with a bang! Thursday is all about the official opening, getting inspired and partying!
-
DJ Brian K
-
Young & Fresh Brass Band
-
Silent Bingo Disco
-
Re-Play
The weekend starts, enjoy workshops, presentations and a spectacular performance by Emma Heesters.
Saturday vibes combined with adventure, fun and discovering your new travel destination.
Buy your tickets here
Discover all the worlds of holidays
Experience our Areas
Active & outdoor area
Discover the freedom of being outside! From camping in nature to adventurous hiking and cycling holidays – here you will find everything for an active journey full of energy and fresh air.
Cruise AREA
Step aboard for a journey across the most beautiful waters in the world. From luxury ocean cruises to cozy river cruises – discover the freedom of boating in style.
Sun, Beach & family area
Feel the sand under your feet and the sun on your face. Here you will find everything for the perfect sun holiday – from relaxed beach resorts to tropical islands full of atmosphere.
City trips & Short breaks area
A weekend away or a sporty trip? Here you will find the best city trips, Formula 1 and football trips, and surprising short holidays close to home.
Taste the World AREA
Let your senses travel! Taste dishes from all over the world, enjoy live cooking and be inspired by culinary destinations and flavors that you won’t soon forget.
Adventure & Discovery area
Dream away at faraway destinations and unique adventures. From touring to backpacking – discover the world your way and be surprised by unknown places.
activities, workshops and attractions
What to do
Kidszone powered by Kids Holiday Guide
In the kids zone, Kids Holiday Guide for children from 3 to 12 years old will present a vibrant entertainment programme during the festival. The Animation Teams of Landal Holiday Parks, Landal Het Vennebos, Recreation Park De Boshoek, Beach Park De Zeeuwse Kust and Recreation Park de Leistert will make it a party all day long. Games are played, crafts, bracelets are made and of course there are regular children’s shows and meet & greets with the mascots of these parks, such as Koen & Kiki, Pluck & Pien, Koos Konijn and Bollo. Every day we end with a mini disco.
In addition, children can be smeared for free and if you want braids in your hair or a glitter tattoo, you can go to Ibiza Hairwraps, & Glittertattoo (for a fee).
Pets - Kids Game Special - Help find the animals!
Alarm! The animals have escaped from the zoo and have been hiding at the Holiday Festival! We are looking for young sleuths who can help us. Go on an adventure, follow the tracks and find all the hidden animals that are secretly on holiday. Have you found them all? Then you are the hero of the day! Come to the stand in hall 5 and pick up your kids passport to start the game!
VR Experience - Walk the Plank
Step out between the skyscrapers of New York and balance on a narrow plank above the abyss at the VR Walk the plank experience
Cruise VR Theater
Come to the VR Cruise Theater of the specialist Captain Cruise. Walk the ships yourself, enjoy the entertainment and restaurant on board and experience the real cruise feeling!
Jeep - Dune Bashing Tour
Step into a cool jeep on the 1001 Night Terrace -powered by Oman, put on your glasses and race through the sand dunes of the Arabian desert!
VvKR - the vvkr
square
Location: Hall 4, Stand 137
Coffee Tasting: The Embassy of Guatemala
organizes a coffee tasting on our square
Thursday 5 February: 10.30 – 13.00
Friday 6 February: 10.30 – 13.00
Wine tasting: the South African Tourist Board
organizes a wine tasting at the VvKR square
Thursday 5 February: 14.30 – 16.30
Friday 6 February: 2.30 pm – 4.30 pm
Saturday 7 February: 14.30 – 16.30
Continuing on the square: Wheel of Fortune with great prizes
including a chance to win a travel voucher of € 500
Zipline powered by SAWADEE
Always wanted to sail through the air from a great height. This is possible in many places from jungle to canyon in the world, but travel organization SAWADEE offers you the chance to experience it at the Holiday Festival on their 20m long Zip line in hall 5. Are you that dare-devil?
Where am I?! Guess the location! Game by ZOOVER
Put on your VR glasses and step straight into another world! At Where am I?! it’s all about communication and teamwork. You are the eyes of the team: describe what you see in the virtual environment, while your teammate races on the touchscreen to pinpoint the exact location. The more accurately you work together, the higher the score. Do you have the perfect connection? And have a chance to win great prizes from ZOOVER. Come to the stand in hall 7.
Destination presentations in Travel Theaters
Come to the City & Cruise Theater or the Sun & Doscovery Theater and let travel organizations, traffic agencies and destination specialists take you through the coolest travel destinations!
Photography Workshops
Every day, the experts of Fotografie-reizen.nl provide various workshops in the Sun & Discovery Theater. They will tell you the tips & tricks to take the most beautiful holiday and travel photos, from wildlife to people and nature!
Wine & Oyster Workshop & Tasting
Learn all about oysters, wines and the best combinations from the Oesterman & Vinologist. Of course they also let you taste something… Come to the exclusive workshops in hall 5.
VR Experience - World of Rollercoasters
Adrenaline kicks await the passage of halls 5 & 7 into the world of roller coasters. Step into a rollercoaster VR chair and experience the ultimate thrill ride in 3D and in full motion!
Transavia Holidays Tripster Game - How far do you go?
Is your topographical knowledge worth its weight in gold or are you bluffing your way through it? In Transavia Holidays Tripster you can test your world knowledge to the limit. Listen to the sounds, watch the images and estimate the distances better than the rest. But beware: in this game, nothing is certain! Do you think the opponent is wrong? Break in, steal their cards and walk away with the win. Do you dare to take on the challenge? Come to the stand in hall 5!
LeftLuggage - Game by De Jong Intra Vakanties. Match the right suitcase to the right person
Help, the baggage carousel is jammed and the chaos is complete! There are lost suitcases scattered all over the exhibition floor and the owners are distraught. Take on the role of a detective: analyze the hints, search the show floor and match the unique suitcases to the right passengers. Will you ensure a happy reunion and a carefree holiday? Come to the stand in hall 5!
Coffee & Wine Tastings on the VVKR Square
Get to know worldly coffee specialties and South African wines every day on the cozy VVKR-Plein, in the middle of many small, specialist travel organizations!
World City Guides - Meet & Greets and Travel Quiz
Come to the stand and get the best insider tips for cities such as Barcelona, Seville, Rome, Athens, Beijing, Kuala Lumpur and Nijmegen during Meet & Greets with destination experts. In addition, you can participate in a fun Travel Quiz and the city guides will provide daily presentations in the City Cruise Theater in hall 5.
VR Experience - Outdoor Extreme: Skiing & Flying
In the Outdoor & Active Area in Hall 4, you can show off your skiing skills on the steep slopes in the VR Ski Simulator. You are in full swing on this cool simulator.
Practical information
When
Donderdag 5 februari van 10.00 - 17.00
Vrijdag 6 februari van 10.00 - 18.00
Zaterdag 7 februari van 10.00 - 18.00
Where
Brabanthallen, 's-Hertogenbosch
Accessibility
Makkelijk bereikbaar met de auto, met ruime parkeergelegenheid, en het openbaar vervoer.
The anticipation can begin
The Early Bird tickets for the Holiday Festival are now available for only €10.
Be quick,
Because gone = gone!