Events and activities

The Night of Woerden is a bubbly party in the city center of Woerden. Traditionally, it takes place on the night prior to the Cow Market. To start off, one visits the International Cyclo-cross. The best cyclists come to Woerden for this important cycling race. Afterwards, the party starts. You can enjoy dj's, live performances and nice drinks. The Cow Market takes place the next Wednesday after the 20th of October. This is a unique folk festival which is placed on the Immaterial Cultural Heritage Inventory.

The annual Grass Cheese Day has grown into an event with a lot of appeal. A square filled with cheeses, cheese traders, cheesemakers and ofcourse terraces and lovers of the well-known regional product.

Come to the Kerkplein in Woerden on Saturday morning in the months May through August for this Cheese Experience! Traditionally, farmer families have always brought their fresh produce to the city of Woerden. This tradition is still very much alive in the historic center of this market town. Because the city is surrounded by rural countryside, you will find a large variety of fresh regional and local produce at the intimate Farmers Market. Woerden is thé main regional market town. Enjoy shopping for groceries in this picturesque city.

The Street Theater Festival in Woerden is a true spectacle! Lovers of street theater can enjoy a day full of surprises and wonders.

During the Shanty Festival, the city centre of Woerden is full of activities and fun. A musical feast for young and old!

The Triathlon Woerden has been organised on the day after Pentecost, a national holiday, every year since 1984. Participate yourself or encourage the participants.