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Sinterklaas Arrival & Parade (Intocht van Sinterklaas)

Sun 15 Nov · 10:00

Waterways and streets across Amsterdam city centre· Centrum · Amsterdam

When
Sun 15 Nov · 10:00
Where
Waterways and streets across Amsterdam city centre · Centrum · Amsterdam
Price
Free
Category
Family & Kids
Age
All ages

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About this event

Sinterklaas makes his official annual arrival in Amsterdam with a festive flotilla along the Amstel River followed by a lively horseback parade through the city streets.

Why our agent picked it

Witness Sinterklaas's grand festive arrival by boat and horseback through Amsterdam's historic heart.

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Where is Sinterklaas Arrival & Parade (Intocht van Sinterklaas) taking place?
Sinterklaas Arrival & Parade (Intocht van Sinterklaas) takes place at Waterways and streets across Amsterdam city centre · Centrum · Amsterdam (Starting at the Amstel River and ending at Dam Square, Amsterdam).
When does Sinterklaas Arrival & Parade (Intocht van Sinterklaas) start?
Sun 15 Nov · 10:00 (doors/start time as listed by the source). Always double-check the official page before travelling — we re-verify these details weekly.
How much are tickets for Sinterklaas Arrival & Parade (Intocht van Sinterklaas)?
Entry is free according to the source we read — no ticket needed.
Where can I buy tickets for Sinterklaas Arrival & Parade (Intocht van Sinterklaas)?
Through the ticket link on this page, which points at the source we found the event on: https://www.iamsterdam.com/en/whats-on/calendar/festivals/events/arrival-of-sinterklaas.

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