Prinsjesfestival

Celebrate democracy!

Prinsjesfestival is held annually in The Hague during the week leading up to Little Prince Day. During Prinsjesfestival we celebrate that we are a democracy. In other words, a country in which everyone counts. That is why the festival features both substantive and festive activities, such as the Big Public Day. In this particular way we aim to create events for everyone. From those who are politically involved to those who visit The Hague for conviviality.

Democracy belongs to all of us. Speak up. Think along. Take part.

Prinsjesfestival 2026 is dedicated to democracy. Democracy and the rule of law are no longer a given. In many places around the world, but closer to home too, freedom, equal rights, and fair justice are under pressure. With Prinsjesfestival, we celebrate democracy and ask questions that matter. What does it mean to you? And where can you make a difference, big or small? Democracy is not reserved for politicians or judges. It belongs to all of us.

That means: talk to one another, vote and follow local politics, get involved in your neighborhood, be critical of what you read and hear. Democracy only lives if we take part, with empathy, courage, and a voice of our own. Not only in politics, but at work, at school, on the street, online.

Festival for everyone

Prinsjesfestival focuses on various target audiences. It offers substantive and inspiring events for the politically involved, but also offers fun activities for those visiting the inner city of The Hague. Specific events are catered towards students. These are organized by collaborating with schools.

Interested? Vist the Big Public Day on September 12th from 10:00 till 17:00!