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Welcome to the National Bock Beer Day Zutphen 2026 in Zutphen
On Sunday 11 October 2026 the historic centre of Zutphen turns into the ultimate destination for bock beer lovers. The National Bock Beer Day features a large bock beer market at several squares, a nostalgic parade with historic beer wagons and plenty of live music. Admission is free.
Highlights & Attractions at National Bock Beer Day in Zutphen
- Large bock beer market at five central locations with numerous Dutch bock beer varieties
- Nostalgic parade featuring beautifully decorated horse-drawn wagons, historic beer carts and classic vehicles
- Live music on several stages throughout the city centre
- Participating cafés and pubs in the historic core serving special bock beers
- Food stalls and street food matching the autumnal atmosphere
- Lively atmosphere with tens of thousands of visitors from the Netherlands and abroad
- Additional evening activities the night before (Night at the Bock on 10 October)
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Program & Schedule: What to Expect in 2026
The main event takes place on 11 October 2026 from 12:00 to 19:00. The big nostalgic parade runs between 13:00 and 14:30 through the centre. Live music is scheduled from around 13:00 to 19:00 on the market squares, Basseroord and ’s-Gravenhof. On the evening before, 10 October, Night at the Bock runs from 19:00 to 24:00. The event is one of the best-known bock beer festivals in the Netherlands and attracts tens of thousands of visitors every year.
Tickets & Admission for National Bock Beer Day Zutphen
Admission to the entire event is free of charge. There are no tickets. Individual bock beers and food at the stalls and participating venues are paid separately. Current information is available on the official website.
Visitor Tips: Travel & Accommodation in Zutphen
- Travel by train: Zutphen is well connected by rail; the city centre is only a short walk from the station.
- Comfortable shoes and weatherproof clothing are recommended, as the event is mostly outdoors and October weather can be changeable.
- Book accommodation in the historic centre or nearby early, as the event is very popular.
- Use parking on the outskirts and walk or cycle into the centre – the historic core is busy during the event.
- Arrive early to enjoy the parade at a leisurely pace and sample the most popular beers before the biggest crowds arrive.
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 →
The photo used is illustrative and does not necessarily depict the actual event.
