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When is King's Day (Koningsdag) in the Netherlands?

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📍 Netherlands
📅 Monday, April 27, 2026 at 02:00:00 +0200
⏱️ Duration: 1 day -- King's Day (Koningsdag) Ends at 02:00:00 (CEST)
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What is King's Day (Koningsdag)?

A national holiday in the Kingdom of the Netherlands, celebrating the birth of the reigning monarch.
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About King's Day (Koningsdag)

King's Day, known as Koningsdag in Dutch, is a national holiday in the Kingdom of the Netherlands celebrated on April 27 each year. This festive occasion marks the birthday of the reigning monarch, currently King Willem-Alexander, who was born on this date in 1967. The day is characterized by a vibrant atmosphere filled with orange, the national color, as citizens and visitors alike don orange clothing and accessories in a show of national pride.

The origins of King's Day date back to 1885 when it was first celebrated as Princess's Day in honor of Princess Wilhelmina's birthday. Over the years, it evolved into a national holiday and was renamed King's Day following the ascension of King Willem-Alexander in 2013. The day is marked by various festivities, including street markets, music performances, and parades, creating a lively and joyous environment across the country.

In addition to public celebrations, many people take part in the vrijmarkt, a nationwide flea market where individuals can sell their second-hand goods. This tradition encourages recycling and community engagement, making it a unique aspect of the holiday. King's Day is not only a celebration of the monarchy but also a day for Dutch citizens to come together, celebrate their culture, and enjoy the festivities.

King's Day is a significant event in the Netherlands, showcasing the nation's rich history and strong sense of community. It serves as a reminder of the importance of the monarchy in Dutch society and provides an opportunity for people to express their national pride.

Key facts
First held
1885
Frequency
Annual
Celebrated on
April 27

Frequently asked questions about King's Day (Koningsdag).

King's Day is celebrated on April 27, 2026.

It celebrates the birthday of the reigning monarch of the Netherlands.

People celebrate with street markets, music, parades, and wearing orange.

Yes, it is a national public holiday in the Netherlands.

The vrijmarkt is a nationwide flea market where people sell second-hand goods.

Where it's held

Country: Netherlands
Tags: kings-day netherlands holiday celebration monarch

King's Day (Koningsdag) start times in other key cities:

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Abidjan Mon 00:00:00
Addis Ababa Mon 03:00:00
Ahmedabad Mon 05:30:00
Alexandria Mon 03:00:00
Ankara Mon 03:00:00
Baghdad Mon 03:00:00
Bangkok Mon 07:00:00
Beijing Mon 08:00:00
Bengaluru Mon 05:30:00
Bogota Sun 19:00:00
Cairo Mon 03:00:00
Cape Town Mon 02:00:00
Chongqing Mon 08:00:00
Dar es Salaam Mon 03:00:00
Delhi Mon 05:30:00
Dhaka Mon 06:00:00
Guangzhou Mon 08:00:00
Hanoi Mon 07:00:00
Ho Chi Minh City Mon 07:00:00
Hong Kong Mon 08:00:00
Istanbul Mon 03:00:00
Jakarta Mon 07:00:00
Johannesburg Mon 02:00:00
Kano Mon 01:00:00
Karachi Mon 05:00:00
Khartoum Mon 02:00:00
Kinshasa Mon 01:00:00
Lagos Mon 01:00:00
Lahore Mon 05:00:00
Lima Sun 19:00:00
London Mon 01:00:00
Luanda Mon 01:00:00
Melbourne Mon 10:00:00
Mexico City Sun 18:00:00
Moscow Mon 03:00:00
Mumbai Mon 05:30:00
New York City Sun 20:00:00
Rio de Janeiro Sun 21:00:00
Riyadh Mon 03:00:00
Saint Petersburg Mon 03:00:00
Santiago Sun 20:00:00
Seoul Mon 09:00:00
Shanghai Mon 08:00:00
Shenzhen Mon 08:00:00
Singapore Mon 08:00:00
Sydney Mon 10:00:00
São Paulo Sun 21:00:00
Tehran Mon 03:30:00
Tokyo Mon 09:00:00

King's Day (Koningsdag) start times in different countries:

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🇩🇿 Algeria Mon 01:00:00
🇦🇷 Argentina Sun 21:00:00
🇧🇩 Bangladesh Mon 06:00:00
🇧🇷 Brazil Sun 19:00:00
🇨🇳 China Mon 08:00:00
🇨🇴 Colombia Sun 19:00:00
🇪🇬 Egypt Mon 03:00:00
🇪🇹 Ethiopia Mon 03:00:00
🇫🇷 France Mon 02:00:00
🇩🇪 Germany Mon 02:00:00
🇮🇳 India Mon 05:30:00
🇮🇩 Indonesia Mon 07:00:00
🇮🇷 Iran Mon 03:30:00
🇮🇹 Italy Mon 02:00:00
🇯🇵 Japan Mon 09:00:00
🇰🇪 Kenya Mon 03:00:00
🇲🇽 Mexico Sun 19:00:00
🇲🇲 Myanmar Mon 06:30:00
🇳🇬 Nigeria Mon 01:00:00
🇵🇰 Pakistan Mon 05:00:00
🇵🇭 Philippines Mon 08:00:00
🇷🇺 Russia Mon 03:00:00
🇿🇦 South Africa Mon 02:00:00
🇪🇸 Spain Mon 02:00:00
🇹🇭 Thailand Mon 07:00:00
🇬🇧 United Kingdom Mon 01:00:00
🇺🇸 United States Sun 18:00:00
🇻🇳 Vietnam Mon 07:00:00