Discover the side events in Arnhem!
During the stage in Arnhem on October 18, there’s plenty to do besides the race. Thanks to a grant from the Gelders Sportfonds, there will be various sports and cultural side events for all ages. Check out what’s happening below and join in!
Mobile pump track and giant airbag – spectacular for all ages (11:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.)
Bike festival grounds around the Water Museum and Molenplaats.
Come check out the action at the Pumpfactory’s mobile pump track! Race over the bumps and sharp turns and show off your bike skills. For the real daredevils, there’s also a giant Big Airbag. Jump off the ramp and make a soft landing on this massive airbag.
Cultural Activities (1:00 PM – 3:45 PM)
Bike festival grounds around the Water Museum and Molenplaats.
In addition to all the cycling excitement, there’s plenty to experience culturally at the festival grounds. Between 1:00 PM and 3:45 PM, the area will be buzzing with surprising activities and street performers. From creative workshops to spectacular entertainment: let yourself be surprised and join in the fun. Here are a few examples:
Giant Bubbles
Be enchanted by giant, shimmering bubbles floating through the air in every color of the rainbow. Kids won’t just be amazed—they’ll also get to join in and make the most beautiful giant bubble themselves. A festive and interactive act full of fun and wonder that you won’t want to miss.
Magic and Circus
Be enchanted by Australian circus artist Yoav Shemesh. After performances at the Sydney Opera House and Tomorrowland, he’s bringing his unique blend of magic tricks, juggling, and acrobatics to Ede. Yoav walks around the grounds and surprises the audience up close with amazing tricks and humor.
Caricatures on Beer Coasters
Have your likeness captured in a quick and playful way by professional caricaturist Cees Bastings (Draw Case). In just a few minutes, he’ll put a smile—or better yet, a roaring laugh—on your face. Cees walks around the grounds and whips up recognizable mini-caricatures on beer coasters at lightning speed. A unique and personal keepsake to take home!
CreaBea Booth
Let your creativity run wild at the CreaBea booth. Join Monique and get to work. Whether you want to make your own bracelet or prefer to color something vibrant: you can do it all here. Afterward, take your own unique creation home with you.
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