On Sunday 28 September 2025, the 26th edition of the Shanty and Sea Songs Festival will take place in Zandvoort. A day full of sea shanties, nostalgia and singing together at various locations in the city centre and on the beach.
Program overview
- 10:45 am – Opening at Nieuw Unicum (Zandvoortselaan), with a performance for the residents and a meeting with all participating choirs.
- 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM – Performances by shanty choirs at locations such as Beach Club Tien, Haltestraat, Laurel & Hardy, Gasthuisplein, Het Wapen van Zandvoort and Kerkplein.
- 5:15 PM – Joint closing with a sing-along on the Gasthuisplein, where the audience and choirs sing together.
Admission is free. A perfect opportunity to enjoy maritime music and the cozy atmosphere of Zandvoort.