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Weekend tips: things to do in Haarlem (September 4-6)

Haarlem hosts several events from September 4-6, including the opening of De Volharding, the Kweekmarkt, and the Haarlem Classic Film Festival. Additional weekend activities feature a local design market called Love for the Locals and guided tours of the historic prison site, De Koepel.

The city of Haarlem offers a variety of cultural and culinary activities for the weekend of September 4-6. The festivities begin with the grand opening of De Volharding, located in a former biscuit factory, featuring workshops, live music, and a food market. Those interested in local and sustainable products can visit the Kweekmarkt at the Haarlemmer Kweektuin on Saturday, while the Haarlem Classic Film Festival screens vintage movies throughout the weekend at several venues including a free showing on the Grote Markt.

On Sunday, the Love for the Locals event at Maak Haarlem showcases regional art, design, and food accompanied by live music. For those seeking indoor entertainment, a guided tour of the former prison De Koepel is available on Sunday afternoon. Tickets for this historic monument tour are priced at 15 euros for adults and 7.50 euros for children under 12. These diverse events provide ample options for residents and visitors to enjoy the city regardless of the changing weather conditions.

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