Practical info

Everything you need for a great Blaasfestijn visit: directions, parking, public transport and opening hours.

When & Where

Date: 26 & 27 september 2026

Time: 12:00 - 18:00

Location: Helmond city centre (around De markt, Havenplein and surrounding streets)

Free entrance!

How to get there

By bike: the easiest way to reach the city centre

By car: Follow the signs for the city centre parking route (P-route Centrum)

Public transport: Helmond train station is about a 10-minute walk from the centre. 

Parking

Parking is available in several car partks around the city centre:

  • P-Markt: 2-minute walk (can fill up quickly)
  • P-Centrum (Boscotondo): 5-minute walk
  • P-Elzas: 7-minute walk

Shops, food & drinks

Many shops in the city centre are open during Blaasfestijn

  • Saturday - 09:30 to 17:00 (some until 18:00).
  • Sunday (shopping Sunday) - 12:00 to 17:00.

You can also enjoy food and drinks on the many terraces