Castlefest

Where fantasy becomes your reality: 31 July -3 August 2025
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@R0b1992 Ze zijn de afgelopen jaren niet geweest, dus valt mee :-)

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For too long, our shores have been still and the echoes of rowdy revelry mere whispers on the wind. But no more. @yebanishedprivateers sets sail to Castlefest 2025!
Their shows aren't just a performance – it’s a raid, a booze-fueled assault on your senses, and a damn good time 🏴‍☠️

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Visitors, entertainers, volunteers, musicians, exhibitors, and all beautiful creatures of #Castlefest 2024: you are the heart of our world. Thank you for making this magical place our home again: https://t.co/O4njzCxQNn

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@R0b1992 Omdat contractueel zo is afgesproken met bands :-)

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#ThrowbackThursday: Sowulo treated us to melancholic and powerful songs at #Castlefest 2023. Their impressive performance invited us on an inner journey, following the sounds of their atmospheric dark folk, deeply rooted in our pagan past. https://t.co/ImMn9rmFYi

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Visit our Writers Market where various awesome publishing houses and writers will tell you all about their fantastic stories. Sniff the scent of new books, chat with your favourite writers and live the book-experience.

Check out all authors: https://t.co/8MCKhPbscC

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It’s almost time for Castlefest 2024!
Flip through the pages of this year’s program booklet and get in the mood. Just like before, we offer multiple versions of the booklet.

All versions and additional info can be found here: https://t.co/cXlEQQ8Z8x

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#ThrowbackThursday: What's This? What's This? There's colour everywhere! The Spleen Orchestra - Tim Burton Show brought the gothic fairytale atmospheres and songs of Tim Burton's movies to #Castlefest 2023. What did you think of the show?

https://t.co/UTxAjHURXk

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The ‘Huurlingen van de Lage Landen’, a late 15th-century reenactment group, bring the late Middle Ages to life at Castlefest 2024. Step into their fully furnished camp and experience daily life as it was back then.

Will you visit? https://t.co/h3UEIvDw0F

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On Saturday, we meet the Wicker as Corvus. Friday is dedicated to the Maiden. We celebrate life during a special offering ceremony. Experience the magic and dance along! Read more: https://t.co/10iqtVJ6wv

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Hoe kennen we de muziek uit de middeleeuwen?
In deze lezing neemt Datura je mee op een reis door de tijd in het oude Europa. Alle vier krijgen ze het woord en het wordt sowieso grappig, prachtig en interessant. Het omlopen waard!

Kom jij luisteren? https://t.co/BuPzDXBXV8

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Who’s hungry?
We once again have a fantastic selection of delicious food and drinks at Castlefest. You can find the full range of offerings from our caterers on our website. Where possible, we have also included additional allergen information: https://t.co/rrEeRD8gF3

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Do you love visiting Castlefest but miss having that special someone to share the experience with? The Green Light Movement is here for you!

Join their fun activities at Castlefest 2024 and meet new friends for life!
All activities can be found here: https://t.co/DcYHZ1zhxo

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The Greenthingz are back! Along with their famous Garbage Goblins. They have an eye for every piece of litter on the grounds and set a great example. You can also trade items at their swapcart. It's full of fantastic items collected by the Greenthingz.

https://t.co/X5e979B0Ec

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#ThrowbackThursday: Last year, the GUDA drum took center stage with Rob van Barschot's Project Baraguda. This unique musical journey served as the Castlefest opening act on Thursday, and we couldn't think of a more relaxing way of starting our festival. https://t.co/OCpvgNR05h

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In de Castlefest Academy vertelt conservator Charlotte Ebers ons over Kasteel Keukenhof. De lezing gaat over de geschiedenis van het landgoed en zijn bewoners tot in onze tijd. We zijn veel spannende verhalen over het herenhuis uit de 17e eeuw.

Meer info: https://t.co/16UzzlN3rM

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News update: during their show on the Village Stage on Thursday Datura will give a medieval dance workshop: they'll teach you their favorite medieval dance! This dance is hilarious & everyone can participate. Those medieval people weren't so crazy after all. Well… maybe a bit.

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In the encampment of Rebels Volk, you will find artisans with a passion for craft and art. The group lets you experience their crafts: wool, leather, wood, and mail. Discover, learn, and join in on the small activities in the encampment!

More info: https://t.co/RzspKuqtXk

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All merchants for Castlefest 2024 are confirmed! You can find the complete list on our website: https://t.co/HEhS91G4Qb

Do you have a shopping list for this year's Castlefest?

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Hou je van tekenen maar weet je niet waar te beginnen? Dan is deze workshop van kunstenaar Tovenaar (Robin Dekker) iets voor jou!
Hij helpt je op weg met het bedenken en tekenen van één van de meest geliefde mythische wezens: de Gnoom.
Meld je hier aan: https://t.co/fId5HdYWOg