Gronings Ontzet

Name: Gronings Ontzet
Start: 2026-08-28
End: 2026-08-28
Location: Grote Markt en binnenstad

Historical festival · Groningen, Binnenstad · 28 August 2026

When28 August 2026

WhereGrote Markt en binnenstad, Binnenstad, 9711 Groningen

TypeHistorical festival

Gronings Ontzet, also known as Bommen Berend, commemorates the lifting of the siege of Groningen by the Bishop of Münster in 1672. It is traditionally celebrated on 28 August with a wreath-laying, a horse show, music and a large fireworks display. Numerous events take place in the city centre.

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