About King's Day

In the Netherlands, King's Day, or Koningsdag, celebrates the birthday of King Willem-Alexander. The Dutch party all day long throughout the country, with flea markets, food and drink, boat rides in the canals, and a whole lot of fun. Of course, the most important thing is that everyone wears orange!​
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Thank you for joining us for King's Day in 2026! See you next year on Saturday, May 1!

King's Day at the Historical Village
King's Day fun for the whole family! Experience crafts and activities, games, and sweet and savory treats throughout the Historical Village. Watch the Dutchesses perform, meet members of the Tulip Court, and bring home your own King's Day goodie bag.
King's Day Market
Our King's Day market features dozens of vendors in the beautiful Scholte Gardens. Browse a variety of merchandise while you stroll among the tulips! Vendors, stay tuned for applications later in 2026.


City Tours
Take a tour of historic Pella! You'll see all of the town's sites, including where to find the best tulip beds, while learning from a knowledgeable spieler!​
Garage Sales
If you're still itching to shop after visiting the King's Day Market in Scholte Gardens, be sure to check out the garage sales happening in Pella! It wouldn't be King's Day without them.​
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King's Day garage sales are not sponsored or organized by Pella Historical Museums.
