Welcome to the Annual Events page! Bergen op Zoom offers a diverse range of events throughout the year, from cultural festivals to exciting markets. Whether you're interested in the rich history of our monuments or looking for enjoyable outings, there's something for everyone. Stay informed about the highlights our city has to offer each year and plan your visit to our vibrant Bergen op Zoom!

Below you will find all important annual events in chronological order, with dates, locations and what to expect.

The main annual events in a nutshell

The four largest and most visited annual events in Bergen op Zoom are Shrove Tuesday (Carnival, February/March, four days), Taste the May (culinary festival, May, four days), JazzBoZ (international jazz festival, end of May, four days) and Crab fair(historical West Brabant annual fair, August, five days). Together, these events annually draw hundreds of thousands of visitors to the city centre.