The annual 538 Koningsdag music festival has been officially confirmed for Monday, April 27, 2026, in Breda, Netherlands, according to Dutch broadcaster Radio 538. The event will take place at Chasséveld, continuing the tradition of large-scale live music celebrations on the national King’s Day holiday.
Radio 538 has announced that the 2026 edition will feature more than 30 confirmed artists, representing a mix of pop, dance, hip-hop, and live band performances. The festival is expected to attract tens of thousands of visitors, consistent with previous editions hosted in Breda.
Ticket sales for 538 Koningsdag 2026 officially opened on January 29, 2026, through Radio 538’s authorized platforms. Organizers have confirmed that the event is restricted to attendees aged 18 and over, and access will be limited to ticket holders only.
The officially published lineup includes Afrojack, DI-RECT, Lil Kleine, Jan Smit, Roxy Dekker, Snollebollekes, Douwe Bob, Lucas & Steve, Ronnie Flex & The Fam, Chef’Special, FLEMMING, Mart Hoogkamer, and multiple additional performers named by the broadcaster. No further artists have been announced beyond the released list.
Festival organizers have stated that the program will run from daytime into the evening, with continuous performances scheduled throughout the day. Exact set times and performance order have not yet been disclosed.
No broadcast or livestream details have been officially confirmed at this stage. Radio 538 has also not released further information regarding on-site facilities, transportation arrangements, or security measures beyond standard entry requirements.
538 Koningsdag forms part of the nationwide King’s Day celebrations, held annually on April 27 to mark the birthday of King Willem-Alexander, with Breda remaining the confirmed host city for the 2026 edition.
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