Prinsjesdag 16 September @ 11:00 – 15:30
Prinsjesdag takes place every year on the third Tuesday of September. It marks the traditional opening of the parliamentary year for the Senate and House of Representatives. On this day, the Minister of Finance presents the Budget Memorandum and the national budget to the House of Representatives, and the King delivers the Speech from the Throne.
Before the speech, members of the Royal House travel in a ceremonial carriage procession from Noordeinde Palace via the Lange Voorhout to the Royal Theatre.
VNC makes it possible to watch this unique, truly Dutch event from a specially reserved seat near Parliament. Enjoy the magnificent parade and the Glass Carriage with King Willem-Alexander and Queen Maxima up close! After the parade, we will meet at 2:30 PM at The Hague City Hall, where Cees van den Oosten, former Member of the Senate, will welcome us and briefly explain the political system. There will also be an opportunity for networking.
Please note: Seats for Prinsjesdag are limited. Register quickly to secure your place!
Program16 september
11:00 – 11:30 AM: Take your seats in the grandstand with refreshments. The VNC grandstand (blue grandstand) is located on Lange Voorhout (see map) and is easily recognizable by the VNC flags and banners.
12:00 – 2:00 PM: Parade and passing of the royal procession with the King and Queen.
2:30 PM: VNC welcomes you at The Hague City Hall, Atrium Terrace Kafe Kafka, Turfmarkt 2, The Hague. Cees van den Oosten will provide an introduction and provide an opportunity for networking.
Standard ticket price for non-members: €17.50
Partners/Sponsors and VNC members: free
Students: free
After registering, your ticket will be sent by email. The VNC team will meet you at the VNC grandstand on Lange Voorhout. Sponsors will receive hard copies of their tickets there.
Want a free ticket to this VNC Prinsjesdag Event? Join as a member now: membership is free until 31 December 2025!
IMPORTANT
Traffic measures during Prinsjesdag
Some streets in The Hague city center will be closed, and parking garages will have limited access. It is recommended to come by bike or public transport. Some tram and bus lines will operate a different route.
The municipality will install barriers at streets that will be closed for Prinsjesdag. The carriage route will be closed at both ends between 12:45 PM and 2:30 PM. Pedestrians can cross the route at the flags until 11:30 AM. Van 11:30 uur tot 14:30 uur zijn de oversteekplaatsen voor voetgangers afgesloten.
Security measures
During Prinsjesdag extra security measures will be in place in The Hague. To ensure a safe Prinsjesdag, police may check your bag. It is recommended that you avoid large bags or backpacks. Anyone bringing a backpack may experience longer transit times.
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