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Welcome to the Dicky Woodstock Popfestival 2027 in Steenwijkerwold
Dicky Woodstock Popfestival 2027 returns to Steenwijkerwold: a three-day, family-friendly pop and rock festival on the meadow site at Hesselingendijk. The 36th edition ran from 30 July to 1 August 2026; exact 2027 dates have not been confirmed yet and are expected on a Thursday–Saturday in late July or early August. Since 1989 the event has been one of the best-known rural festivals in the north of the Netherlands.
Highlights & Attractions at Dicky Woodstock Popfestival in Steenwijkerwold
- Three-day pop and rock festival with national appeal and a village-fair atmosphere
- Several stages covering Dutch pop, rock, tribute acts, party music and dance
- Saturday family afternoon with kids’ entertainment, fairground rides and lower-priced entry
- On-site festival camping and a relaxed meadow setting
- Local traditions including a Friday soapbox race and the famous Zwientie Tikken contest
- A mix of established names, regional bands and emerging talent
- Volunteer-run organisation, humour and genuine countryside character rather than a mega-festival
Program & Schedule: What to Expect in 2027
Exact dates and the 2027 lineup have not been announced. In recent years the evening programme started around 18:30 on Thursday and Friday and ran until about 01:00. Saturday opens earlier with the family day, then headliners take over at night. Recent editions used stages such as the Grote Tent, Pleasure Weiland, Rock Tent, Kentukkie Saloon and Feest Café. Expect pop, rock, Dutch hits, tribute shows and electronic sets — an accessible summer programme for families, groups and campers, not a small indie-only event. Confirmed dates and artists will be published on the official website.
Tickets & Admission for Dicky Woodstock Popfestival Steenwijkerwold
Ticket prices for 2027 have not been released. In 2026, day tickets including fees were about EUR 36 and a weekend passe-partout about EUR 101. Children aged 12 and under usually enter free with an adult; Saturday family-day tickets have been cheaper in previous years. Tickets are sold via dickywoodstock.com and often sell out. Check current prices, age rules and official resale options before you travel.
Visitor Tips: Travel & Accommodation in Steenwijkerwold
- Travel: Steenwijkerwold is in Overijssel. By car, follow festival signs from the Steenwijk-Noord exit. The nearest station is Steenwijk; continue by bus, bike or a local shuttle to Hesselingendijk.
- Weather and clothing: Late July and early August can be warm by day, wet underfoot and cool at night. Wear sturdy shoes for the grass, pack a rain jacket and a warm layer for the late show.
- Stay: Festival camping is the classic option; pitches and house rules are listed on the official camping page. Alternatives include holiday parks and rooms in Steenwijk, Giethoorn and the Weerribben-Wieden area — book early, as the festival fills the region.
- Families: Saturday afternoon is the best window for children. Kids 12 and under are usually free with an adult. Evening sets are loud and run late into the night.
- Buy tickets early and only from official channels. Check cashless payment, camping rules and age policy on dickywoodstock.com before you go.
Note: The information on this page was researched at the time of writing and may have changed since then (e.g. date, venue, or program). Visit the organizer's official website →
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