Pentecost, or as we say “Pinksteren”

Pinksteren, also known as Pentecost, is a Christian holiday celebrated fifty days after Easter. It commemorates the descent of the Holy Spirit upon the apostles, marking the birth of the Christian Church. This event enabled the apostles to speak in various languages and spread the message of Christianity. Pentecost is a time for Christians to reflect on the Holy Spirit’s role in their faith. It is observed with church services, prayers, and sometimes festive gatherings.

Pentecost is a lengthy, free holiday weekend

Pentacos is celebrated in late spring so probably the weather is more than okay and loads of nice things are to be done, for instance, Pinkpop Festival, one of the oldest festivals in the Netherlands with a more than great programme. In the Netherlands we don’t say lengthy free holiday weekend, we say a long free weekend.
Oeps Pinkpop is no longer on Pentecost weekend but is now organized at the end of June
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Sports events on Pentecost

Every year, multiple sports events are organized in Utrecht, such as the Utrecht Marathon and Giro d’Utrecht, a grand cycling tour. What to think about the Urban sport festival. Urban@Olympus festival in Arnhem is a free festival, with Pumptrack sessions, Freerunning, Basketball and Graffiti.
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More Sports events in the Netherlands are to be found on the Eventbrite website.
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Pentecost, what does it mean, what and when it is celebrated

Pentecost comes from the Greek word Pentekostè which means “50”. Ten days after Ascension Day and Fifty days after Easter it is Pentecost weekend.
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The Pentecost weekend starts on Saturday, May 18. On Sunday, May 19, and Monday, May 20, most supermarkets will be open, especially in the bigger cities. There is a lot to do during this long weekend. Pentecost, or as we say “Pinksteren,” is a time when most people have time off work and schools are closed. Normal life will resume on Tuesday, May 21. Like to find out where the nicest festivals are organized during the Pentacost weekend, the website of
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Best way to enjoy the Pentecost weekend

1. Visit a Beach Village: Enjoy the sun, sand, and sea at one of the many beautiful beach villages.
2. Nature Walks: Take a walk in one of the nature parks, with or without a guide. The spring scenery is particularly beautiful this time of year.
3. Visit a Castle: Explore historic castles, some of which have special fairs and events organized for the weekend.
4. Boat Trip to the Wadden Islands or Marker Wadden: Experience the unique beauty of these islands with a boat trip.
5. City Trip to a Historic City: Discover the charm and history of one of the many historic cities in the region.
6. Captivating Floral Displays: Exploring the Intersection of Art and Nature
7. Unveiling the Hidden Gems: A Journey Through Lesser-Known Museums
8. The Cultural Tapestry: Celebrating Diversity at International Festivals
9. Behind the Scenes: The Intriguing World of Botanical Garden Conservation
10. From Tradition to Innovation: Evolution of Fair Entertainment and Attractions

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There are plenty of activities to enjoy, whether you prefer relaxing by the sea, exploring nature, or diving into history and culture. Make the most of your Pentecost weekend! It is the last holiday weekend until Christmas.