Haarlem News in English
Latest haarlem headlines from Dutch news, translated into English.
The easiest way to travel to the F1 weekend in Zandvoort
The final Formula 1 weekend in Zandvoort will take place this weekend, leading to significant road closures and traffic restrictions in the surrounding region. Organizers and the ANWB advise visitors ...
Tim finds comfort on the golf course after his serious diagnosis: I am not focused on being sick there
Tim van der Lugt, a 44-year-old man diagnosed with a rare brain tumor, finds therapeutic relief and distraction by playing golf. He is currently channeling his passion for the sport into a special mis...
Unrest in Zwanenburg due to squatters in demolition building next to primary school
Parents of students at De Kameleon primary school in Zwanenburg have expressed concerns after squatters occupied a vacant school building located directly next to the campus. While the municipality in...
Number of cycling accidents in Haarlem hits lowest level since 2021
The number of traffic accidents involving cyclists in Haarlem dropped to its lowest level since 2021 last year. This decrease marks a significant improvement in cyclist safety within the city compared...
Exhibition Binnenstebuiten opens Thursday at Bloemendaal town hall
The exhibition Binnenstebuiten, featuring artwork by children from groups 7 and 8, will open on Thursday, August 20, at the Bloemendaal town hall. The event begins at 16:00, with doors opening for vis...
These are the school holiday dates for the 2026-2027 school year in Haarlem
The school holiday schedule for the 2026-2027 academic year in Haarlem has been released. Families and students can now plan their upcoming breaks by checking the official dates for the region.
Haarlem Live concludes first edition with over 35,000 visitors
The inaugural edition of the Haarlem Live city festival concluded after attracting an estimated 35,000 visitors. The event took place from August 12 to 16 in the historic city center of Haarlem.
Extra train capacity during F1 weekend is a 'military operation' for NS
The Dutch national railway, NS, is managing a massive logistical effort to transport thousands of spectators to the Formula 1 Dutch Grand Prix in Zandvoort. With trains departing every five minutes, t...
At The Rage Room you can smash your stress to pieces: ‘90 percent of our customers are women’
The Rage Room in Haarlem offers customers an opportunity to release stress by smashing objects using tools like sledgehammers and baseball bats. The venue reports that approximately 90 percent of its ...
Have you seen Woezel, Muffin or Kleintje? These 10 pets are missing in Haarlem
Ten pets have gone missing in Haarlem over the past week. Owners are currently searching for their lost animals, including pets named Woezel, Muffin, and Kleintje.
Hendricks Caravan comes to Haarlem: theater and music at Huis Hodshon on the Spaarne
Hendricks Karavaan is moving to the historic Huis Hodshon in Haarlem this summer for a series of theater and music performances. The event follows a previous 2025 edition held in Velsen-Zuid and will ...
AFC embarrasses itself with defeat against newly promoted Kloetinge
AFC suffered a disappointing 1-3 home defeat against newly promoted VV Kloetinge in their opening match of the Tweede Divisie season. Other regional clubs also struggled, with Haarlem-based Koninklijk...
Long-awaited rain is far from enough
Recent rainfall has provided slight relief from weeks of drought for nature and agriculture in the North Holland region. However, forester Jocelyn de Kwant notes that this precipitation is insufficien...
Haarlem mystery: there is a story behind the half-shutters on many old buildings
Many historic buildings in Haarlem, particularly around the Grote Markt and Gedempte Oude Gracht, feature windows partially covered by shutters. This article explores the historical origins and purpos...
Dreaming, building and surviving: three North Holland clubs kick off in the second division
Three Dutch amateur football clubs, AFC Amsterdam, Koninklijke HFC, and RKAV Volendam, are preparing for the start of their new season in the second division. The coaches of these teams are focusing o...
Sparta makes life unnecessarily difficult against Telstar but secures first clean sheet with deserved win
Sparta Rotterdam secured their first victory of the season by defeating Telstar 3-1 on Friday evening. While Telstar managed to score late in the match, goals from Marvin Young, Nökkvi Thorisson, and...
Does the end of Formula 1 in Zandvoort also mean the end of the racing festival?
The organization Zandvoort Beyond has received permission from the local government to develop a plan for an annual festival in Zandvoort following the conclusion of the Formula 1 events. Organizers h...
Drought in Groenendaal forest: Heemstede warns of falling branches
The municipality of Heemstede has issued a warning regarding the risk of falling tree branches in the Groenendaal forest due to persistent drought conditions. Visitors are advised to stay on designate...
Young spoonbill arrives weakened at Haarlem Bird Hospital
A young spoonbill was recently admitted to the Vogelhospitaal in Haarlem in a weakened, thin, and dirty condition. The bird is currently receiving care at the facility.
Europaweg in Haarlem reopened to traffic
The Europaweg in Haarlem will reopen to traffic tomorrow, two weeks ahead of schedule, following its transformation into a 'city street' with reduced car lanes and new roundabouts. While the road is r...
Linda's Haarlem favorites: 'They have the best pizza in town here'
Haarlem resident Linda Verkooij shares her favorite cultural spots and local recommendations within the city. Her picks highlight a variety of experiences ranging from arts and entertainment to culina...
LIVE Eredivisie | Sparta visits Telstar after Rotterdam derby hangover
Sparta Rotterdam faces Telstar in Velsen-Zuid following their narrow derby defeat to Feyenoord. The match is scheduled to begin at 8:00 PM as Telstar looks to build on their recent victory against NEC...
Chagai (24) arranged the sale of thousands of eclipse glasses: they flew off the shelves for 15 euros each
Twenty-four-year-old entrepreneur Chagai Elburg successfully sold thousands of eclipse glasses for 15 euros each at his pop-up shop in Haarlem on Wednesday. The high demand resulted in long queues and...
This DJ makes a statement against 'hollowing out' AI companies: 'This is more important than my career'
Techno DJ Reinier Zonneveld is organizing his own R² Festival in Spaarnwoude, expecting 20,000 attendees. Beyond his music career, Zonneveld is taking a stand against AI companies to protect the inte...
Open Monument Day in Haarlem: these are the special places you can visit
During Open Monumentendag 2026, the public will have the opportunity to visit several historic sites in Haarlem that are typically closed to visitors. This event includes locations such as the Bakenes...
Europaweg reopened to traffic
The Europaweg in Haarlem will reopen to all traffic on Friday, August 14, at 4:00 PM, two weeks ahead of schedule. The newly designed street features improved facilities for cyclists, pedestrians, and...
Eric gets Haarlem residents with a 'stuttering brain' moving
Care worker Eric Sterenberg leads weekly exercise sessions for people with dementia in Haarlem to help maintain physical health and cognitive function. Sterenberg, who is seeking volunteers to assist ...
Ditch water is banned, tap water is allowed: these are the consequences of the sprinkling ban
Starting Friday, the Amstel, Gooi and Vecht water board has implemented a daytime ban on using surface water for garden irrigation due to persistent drought. The measure aims to preserve water levels,...
‘There is already so much beauty’: Anna Belle runs Vintage Nō 5
Anna Belle, a 23-year-old entrepreneur, has successfully expanded her vintage clothing business, Vintage Nō 5, from a private sale in her mother's living room into two retail stores. Based on Gierstr...
Haarlem house prices still rising, but at slowest pace since 2023
Housing prices in Haarlem have increased by 1 percent compared to last year, according to data from Statistics Netherlands. This represents the slowest rate of price growth recorded in the city since ...