Summer at Efteling

Open to visitors of all ages from across the world Efteling the beloved Dutch theme park located in the South of Holland provides guests with an enchanting escape that combines classic fairytales, immersive attractions and natural surroundings. During the summer months, the Dutch amusement park will offer extra entertainment and longer opening hours for visitors. In the open-air theatre in the Fairytale Forest, a brand-new fairytale tree show will also provide entertainment for all

This summer, Efteling launches its brand-new Summer Festival at the Speelweide which is open during July and August with various entertainment running throughout the day. Guests will be able to sing and dance along to the famous songs played by DJ Donkey and the iconic Red Noses Boogie Boys will return for fun filled concerts designed to provide joy for all. Other highlights include a comical dance battle, live performances from the Big Bad Wolf Band and meet and greets with princess Pardijn.

Attraction wise and with the launch of free-fall experience Hooghmoed in May, the Klickers will continue to share the latest news from Baron Gustave Hooghmoed’s mining area. At the Fata Morganaplein, the guards will perform spectacular stunts in the company of the giant Genie. Fan favourites will also return with Pardoes the magic Jester greeting guests in the morning at the entrance to Symbolica and over at Droomvlucht, the fairies will be swinging in their fairy throne. There will also be face painting in the area for guests, young and old alike.

Longer opening hours this summer

From Friday 3 July up to and including Sunday 30 August, Efteling is open from 10:00am until 9:00pm / 10:00pm, depending on the day. As a result, guests will have more time to visit all the fairytales, rollercoasters, family attractions or cool down with a refreshing splash on the Piraña river rapids ride. For more information opening times and crowd forecasts, please visit HERE.

Summer flavours

Guests may also enjoy trying some of Efteling’s summer food and drink specials such as colourful floats: an ice-cold drink with soft-serve ice cream. Matcha & ube is available at the Efteling Summer Festival on Speelweide, where visitors can find other delicious goodies such as dumplings and ramen. On Fata Morganaplein there’s something for everyone too from refreshing lemonade to fresh fruit dipped in chocolate.

Fairytale overnight stays

Those who want to immerse themselves in the world of Efteling for more than one day can enjoy a stay at one of the many accommodations on offer. These include Efteling Wonder Hotel, holiday parks Efteling Bosrijk, and Efteling Loonsche Land, or the Efteling Grand Hotel.

Park Shows
The Efteling website shows the exact opening hours and park show timings during Summer at Efteling.

For more information on Summer at Efteling and to book a stay, please see HERE