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Castlefest Fantasy festival 2025 – Keukenhof
31 July – 10:00 – 3 August – 20:00
Imagine yourself in a completely different world at Castlefest, the fantasy festival of the Netherlands. At the beginning of August, the castle gardens of Keukenhof transform into a party for young and old, where you step into another world as soon as you pass through the gates. Castlefest is a total experience with lots of music, fantasy writers, catering in style, medieval crafts and a large market with everything the Fantasy lover is looking for.
A large number of bands will perform on the various festival stages, from Pagan Folk to World music, from Medieval Rock to Indie. In short, there is something for every music lover!
Castlefest is characterised by its special atmosphere. This makes regular visitors look forward to the next edition a year in advance. It creates a feeling of being in a completely different world for a few days, which makes you feel homesick for the festival in the weeks that follow.
The Castlefest feeling is not easy to describe, but something you have to experience for yourself. The annual highlight of the festival is the Wickerman burning. Together with visitors, exhibitors, caterers and the organisation, you live up to the moment that the Wickerman is lit. The energy that is released at that moment is a special experience that should not be missed.
Fantasy festival Keukenhof
Castlefest takes place from 31 July to 3 August 2025 at Keukenhof Castle in Lisse.
Opening hours Castlefest
- Thursday, 31 July – The festival area surrounding the campsite is open from 10.00 to 24.00.
- Friday, August 1 – The festival is open from 10.00 to 24.00. The market closes at 21.00.
- Saturday 2 August – The festival will be open from 10 a.m. to midnight. The market closes at 21.00.
- Sunday 3 August – The festival will be open from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. The market will close at 6 p.m. The market closes at 18.00.
When the market closes, everyone can still hang out at the main stage.
How to get to Castlefest
Public transportation
To get to Castlefest by train travel to NS-station Hillegom. At the front of the station a shuttle bus will bring you to Castlefest. For this shuttle bus you have to buy a ticket. This ticket costs € 6,00 for a return trip. Tickets can be bought in the advance sales shop or from the driver. You can pay to the driver with pin or cash.
By car & parking
Travel to Keukenhof (Keukenhof 1 in Lisse) and in Lisse follow the signs Keukenhof. At Keukenhof there is a large car park where you can park for € 9.00 per day.
Tickets Castlefest
Castlefest has various tickets available. There is also a campsite next to the festival grounds. If you prefer to stay in a hotel or b&b, book a hotel near Keukenhof.
| Kaartsoort Castlefest | Price |
|---|---|
| Castlefanatic adult incl. campsite – 4 days access incl. campsite | € 159,38 |
| Castlefanatic child incl camping – 4 days access including camping (4-12 years) | € 85,00 |
| Castlefanatic adult – 4 days adult access | € 101,00 |
| Castlefanatic child – 4-day access for child (4-12 years) | € 28,75 |
| Passepartout adult – 3 days adult admission | € 80,00 |
| Passepartout child – 3-day admission for child (4-12 years) | € 23,13 |
| Day ticket Friday – 1 day adult admission | € 32,50 |
| Day ticket Saturday – 1 day adult admission | € 35,00 |
| Dagkaart zondag – 1 dag toegang voor volwassene | € 32,50 |
| Day pass Friday child – 1 day admission for child (4-12 years) | € 9,38 |
| Day pass Saturday child – 1 day admission for child (4-12 years) | € 10,00 |
| Day pass Sunday child – 1 day admission for child (4-12 years) | € 9,38 |
Frequently asked questions FAQs Castlefest
As every year, you will not be allowed to bring food and drink to Castlefest. Now we will absolutely not whine about a few sandwiches and a bottle of drink, but whole cooler bags full of food and drink, crates and trays of beer will not be allowed. Other forms of alcohol will also be taken. The latter has to do with regulations and our catering licence. So we will not be as tight as, say, a Lowlands, but we have to enforce these rules. We hope for your understanding.
No, you don’t have to pay for your bike.
Dogs – if leashed – are allowed on the grounds.
In the interest of animal welfare, other animals are not allowed at Castlefest.
The paths on the Keukenhof estate are often easily accessible for people in wheelchairs. In addition, the stands are equipped with a ramp and a disabled toilet is available. Some dedicated parking spaces are available.
During the event, limited cash can be withdrawn at the box offices. This is allowed after about 12pm as long as there is enough cash available at the box offices. Please note: Pin and Maestro/V PAY only.
Tips Bollenstreek
Come and enjoy between beach and city and discover Holland from the most beautiful holiday region of the Netherlands. View our tips below.
- Breathe in the healthy sea air and enjoy the beach & dunes in the Netherlands
- Enjoy the colorful flower fields in the Netherlands and Keukenhof Flower Park
- Discover the real Netherlands in the polders & lakes area of the Netherlands
- A day out to a city? You will find no fewer than eight historic Dutch cities around the Bollenstreek
- A day out? Read our Tips for a Day Out?
- Take a look at one of the many museums in and around the Bollenstreek
- Fancy an active day? Enjoy one of the cycling routes and walking routes.
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