Flower Parade (Optocht)
Attendees gather along the 5-km route to watch the artistic floats make two passes, culminating with prize announcements on Oranjeplein.
~13:30
Zundert Flower Parade
Bloemencorso Zundert
Zundert, Netherlands
Sep 6 - 7, 2026ConfirmedSource
Each September, the Dutch town of Zundert stages the largest flower parade in the world, when colossal floats covered entirely in dahlias roll through the streets. Neighborhood teams spend the whole year designing their giants and pinning on millions of blooms by hand, in a dazzling feat of community held since 1936.
Key moments
Exhibition of Floats
Visitors can walk between the stationary floats up close to admire details and take photos during the evening festivities.
~18:00
Where it happens
Oranjeplein
Zundert, Netherlands
Open in MapsHow to show up well
Arrive before peak flow
Buy tickets in advance to secure entrance
Prepare before you go
Dress casually; bring rain gear as event is outdoors
Keep the visit respectful
When viewing floats at close quarters after the parade, avoid touching or stepping on them....
Practical notes
Crowds & timing
Crowd level: very high.
Tickets
Ticket required: €13 - €15
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Zundert Flower Parade
Bloemencorso Zundert
Zundert, Netherlands
Each September, the Dutch town of Zundert stages the largest flower parade in the world, when colossal floats covered entirely in dahlias roll through the streets. Neighborhood teams spend the whole year designing their giants and pinning on millions of blooms by hand, in a dazzling feat of community held since 1936.
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The story behind it
The Corso is intrinsic to Zundert’s identity. Founded in 1936 to honor Queen Wilhelmina’s birthday, it has become a pride of the town. Locals often say they learn corsomaking from infancy – historically, families pass down skills of planting bulbs and building floats. The festival embodies the “Brabantse gezelligheid” (Brabant conviviality) through collective effort: half the town works on floats while the rest watches and vo...
Key moments to know
~13:30Expected
Flower Parade (Optocht)
Attendees gather along the 5-km route to watch the artistic floats make two passes, culminating with prize announcements on Oranjeplein.
~18:00Expected
Exhibition of Floats
Visitors can walk between the stationary floats up close to admire details and take photos during the evening festivities.
How to show up well
first-timer tips
Arrive before peak flow
Buy tickets in advance to secure entrance
Prepare before you go
Dress casually; bring rain gear as event is outdoors
Keep the visit respectful
When viewing floats at close quarters after the parade, avoid touching or stepping on them. Show appreciation t...
Respect local boundaries
The procession is festive and not sacred, but visitors should respect the creation efforts. Soft-drink after-wo...
Essentials at a glance
Date window
Sep 6 - 7, 2026
Confirmed
City / Area
Zundert
North Brabant
Cost
€13 - €15
Book ahead if required
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Families welcome
Very High visitor welcome
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