GOUDA – Event organizer Gouds Geluk is pulling out all the stops in 2026 with the first edition of Gouds Geluk Weekend, taking place on July 3, 4, and 5 at GOUDasfalt. During this three-day event, three popular festival concepts will be brought together in a single weekend filled with music, food, entertainment, and a great atmosphere. “Organizing financially sustainable festivals is becoming increasingly challenging,” the organization states. “By joining forces, we can continue to grow without visitors having to pay more. This means the program will be bigger, the production more spectacular, and the experience even richer.”
Three festivals, one weekend full of experiences
Gouds Geluk began in 2021 with the Gouds Geluk FoodFestival, a small-scale event that has grown in recent years into a beloved festival attracting thousands of visitors each year. In 2024, the successful launch of the Undercover Festival Gouda followed, and a year later came the Oranje Geluk Festival, both of which sold out immediately. In 2026, these three events from the same organizer will be brought together for the first time during Gouds Geluk Weekend.
Friday, July 3: Oranje Geluk - Dutch Summer Evening
Gouda’s biggest Friday afternoon get-together, but in festival form. This day is entirely dedicated to Dutch folk music, featuring performances by Wolter Kroes, Ammar, Kimberly Fransens, and others. More names will be added to the lineup soon.
Saturday, July 4: Undercover Festival Gouda
The third edition of Undercover FestivalGouda takes place this Saturday. Following two sold-out editions, the festival continues to grow in 2026, featuring two stages and nearly twice as many Undercover sessions as in previous years. Top musicians from the Dutch music scene will perform tributes to their heroes. The program includes sessions by Fleetwood Mac, Golden Earring, The Police, Metallica, Donna Summer, and Amy Winehouse.
Sunday, July 5: Gouds Geluk - Easy Sunday
The perfect way to wind down the weekend: Gouds Geluk – Easy Sunday. Visitors can enjoy live music from (local) artists, food trucks, the familiar Silent Disco, craft beers, cocktails, wines, and plenty of activities for kids. Plus, admission is free.
More than just music
Throughout the weekend, visitors can look forward to a beautifully decorated venue featuring countless food trucks, various bars, exciting activities, and a lively festival atmosphere. “By combining the festivals, we can really go all out,” says the organization. “And the best part is: we don’t have to raise ticket prices. In fact, Oranje Geluk will be slightly cheaper than last year, Undercover Festival Gouda will remain the same price, and Sunday is free to attend. This makes the festival weekend accessible to everyone.”
Ticket SalesTicket sales for Friday and Saturday begin on Thursday, November 27. Early Bird tickets will be available first. Due to the expected high demand, we recommend signing up for the Gouds Geluk newsletter viathe Gouds Geluk mailing list.
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📍 Location: GOUDasfalt, Gouda
📅 Dates: July 3, 4, and 5, 2026
🌐 More information: www.goudsgeluk.nl
