Bevrijdingsfestival Drenthe

Celebrate your freedom this year at the stunning Bevrijdingsfestival Drenthe, held at Baggelhuizerplas Assen! This edition will be unlike any other. Every detail is brand-new from top to bottom. With improved views of the main stage and a grand Ferris wheel included, you won't want to miss out on this remarkable event.

On May 5, 2023, Bevrijdingsfestival Drenthe will celebrate the liberation of the Kingdom from German and Japanese occupiers in 1945. The national day commemorates those who have died fighting for this freedom and all civilians since World War II who have made immense contributions to peacekeeping missions worldwide. During the festival, attendees honor their legacy and celebrate a future of liberty and equality that they helped create!

As everyone moves into a new era, the emphasis of May 5 has changed from alluding to past liberation to looking forward toward freedom. This day is an opportunity for Netherlanders to commemorate regained liberty but also contemplate the importance and value of democracy and independence now as well as in the days ahead.

The 2023 edition of Bevrijdingsfestival Drenthe will feature various projects that encapsulate its annual theme in the form of art, culture, and discussion. Sometimes with a tear and sometimes with a smile, but always constructive as they strive to spread awareness that peace cannot be taken for granted. Additionally, renowned Dutch artists like 10cc, Maan, Waylon Jannes, The Vices, and Jody Bernal, among others, will also join this celebratory occasion!