| sjelme.nl | De Sjelme va Heële | De Sjelme va Heële originated in 1983, after the first members' meeting in the ‘Oliemolen’ and the decision to associate the name with the ‘Schelmentoren’ in Heerlen. In the first year, a ‘Sjelmetoren’ was built, consisting of 31 different costume versions, as part of their founding. The website provides information about the history, parades, sponsors, and blogs with anecdotes about the carnival group. | | parade 513 carnival 986 sponsors 2642 blog 13392 | Limburg → Heerlen 2755 |
| flabbedeius.nl | Joekskepèl Flabbedeius | The carnival group Joekskepèl Flabbedeius was founded in 1998 and organizes rippelaat (a traditional carnival game) on Wednesday mornings in the 'Ut Tref' hall in Venlo Zuúd. They play a varied repertoire of carnival music in different languages, including Dutch, German, and English. The website contains an agenda with future performances and provides an overview of the group's members. | Tourism → Cultural Attractions 698 | agenda 4374 member 10154 | Limburg → Venlo 4158 |
| lichtjesoptocht.nl | Carnavalsstichting De Deurzetters | The Light Festival Parade is a large event in the Moerdijk municipality, attracting approximately 20,000 visitors each year and will be held on February 14, 2026, for the 39th time. The event is organized by the Carnavalsstichting De Deurzetters in collaboration with the police, municipality, and numerous volunteers, and is freely accessible to the public. Visitors can view photographs of the parade and the tent area, and the website also seeks volunteers for various roles, such as traffic controllers and access guides. | Carnival → Parades 76 | traffic controller 122 parade 513 volunteer 8367 | North-Brabant → Moerdijk 1692 |
| venekloeten.nl | Venekloeten | The website contains information about the Kloetendonk Optocht, an annual parade that takes place through Kloetendonk and where everyone is warmly welcome. The Venekloeten organizes various activities and events throughout the year, such as exchanges, a new year's brunch and a oliebollen sale, often in collaboration with other organizations such as the Club of 111 and Ebbers Groenprojecten. The website also includes information about the history of the association, contact details and the names of the board members, who support the association by organizing activities for children, seniors and people with disabilities. | Carnival → Parades 76 | parade 513 carnival 986 membership 10442 event 45199 | Hardenberg → Balkbrug 220 |
| wielersupport.nl | Stichting Wielersupport Zaltbommelse Renners | The foundation organizes the Paul Meijering recreational 1/8 triathlon, which will take place on August 30, 2025, and consists of swimming, cycling, and running. The organization is looking for volunteers, including new board members and members of the setup team, and is seeking revitalization and expansion of the board to bring more cycling events to Zaltbommel. The Verkeersregelaarsgroep Zaltbommel, affiliated with the foundation, provides traffic controllers at various events in Zaltbommel and the surrounding area, equipped with communication resources. | Competitions → Triathlon 231 | traffic controller 122 triathlon 193 board 3438 volunteer 8367 event 45199 | Gelderland → Zaltbommel 1231 |
| lempkesoptocht-stein.nl | Lempkescomité Stein | The Lempkesoptocht is organized annually by the Lempkescomité Stein since 2018. Michelle has been appointed as the Lempkeskeuningin 2025 and will lead the parade in 2025. The parade takes place on Saturday, March 15th, starting at 7:30 PM and is characterized by magnificent floats and groups with light effects traveling through the dark streets of Stein. | Carnival → Parades 76 | float 159 parade 513 | Limburg → Stein 628 |
| vlooientrappers.nl | De Vlôôientrappers | The website offers information about the history and events, including past youth competitions and anniversaries. It provides updates on current activities, such as the ‘Boeren Potcast’ (Farmer’s Podcast), a podcast about the Woaidaehen and the events of 2024-2025. The website promotes the Woaidaehen and its associated events, including CD sales and sponsorship information. | | cd 574 carnival 986 sponsors 2642 podcast 3328 event 45199 | Tholen → Oud-Vossemeer 75 |
| sjwenskes.nl | CV de Sjwenskes | The website offers information about the history of the association and the Beesehofkapel, including a photo album and historical events such as the Kapelletreffe. Sjwenskes.nl informs about the ‘Sjwenske van 't Jaar’ (annual member election) and jubilees, as well as about the Jeugdhoogheden (Youth Highlights) and Prinsengalerij (Prince's Gallery). The website describes the commitment of CV de Sjwenskes to organizing the carnival in Sweikhuizen, particularly through the open table ‘De Pley’ for seniors, and participation in the National Bell Months campaign of the Friends Lottery. | Carnival → Carnival Associations 490 | photo album 686 carnival 986 history 7286 association 8562 event 45199 | Beekdaelen → Sweikhuizen 24 |
| garderezjiment.nl | Garderezjiment d’r Kuëb va Heële | The association was founded on April 1, 2003, inspired by similar organizations in other cities such as Aachen and Maastricht. The association was officially installed on January 22, 2004, with the municipality of Heerlen presenting a city flag. The association is named Garderezjiment d’r Kuëb va Heële and is colored in the colors of Heerlen (blue and yellow, inspired by the uniform of the regiment in which d’r Kuëb served). | History → Historical Culture 243 | cultural heritage 55 uniform 225 municipality 6837 association 8562 | Limburg → Heerlen 2755 |
| dweilorkestheur-es.nl | Dweilorkest Heur-es | The orchestra was founded in 1997 as a continuation of previous carnival parades and musicians from another group. The orchestra operates without a board and relies on the members to manage the finances. In addition to carnival performances, the orchestra offers performances for hire, but only if financially feasible. | Orchestras & Bands → Orchestras 1553 | cd 574 carnival 986 orchestra 1315 repertoire 2497 performance 7586 | |
| detoppertjes.nl | Carnival Group Toppertjes | The carnival group 'Toppertjes' was founded in 2003 as a small group with a handcart, starting as an amusement project and resulting in a prize at the parade. Over the years, the group grew, with a larger musical installation and a trailer to tow the carnival wagons, with the 'socially awkward family' playing an important role. In later years, rotating elements were added to the wagons and the website was used to present photos of the parades and the history of the group. | Context 161394 | carnival wagon 11 parade 513 photo album 686 trailer 1624 music 13170 | Doetinchem → Plantage 200 |
| heitenhaspel.nl | Joekskepèl D'n Heiten Haspel | The website provides information about the performances of the group members and the possibility of contacting them. Merchandise is offered, including T-shirts with the group's logo. The website offers the opportunity to become a member of the group and provide support. | Context → Community 57410 | carnival 986 merchandise 1061 instrument 1295 performance 7586 member 10154 | Limburg → Venlo 4158 |
| de-gangmakers.nl | De-Gangmakers | The website provides information about the group’s history, members, sponsors, and music. The gangmakers have sponsors who contribute to the costs of building the float, such as Cafe bar ‘t karrad (music), Maton Boomverzorging (tractor), Maarten Littel (generator), and Oudenrijn Stucadoorswerk (plastering). The website offers photos of the members and the float, and links to the history and sponsors.” | | float 159 carnival 986 sponsors 2642 member 10154 music 13170 | |
| sjiekwa.nl | Sjiek Wa – Vasteloavend i Kirchroa | The website contains photos and videos documenting the association’s activities. Visitors can contact the association via a contact form. The website is hosted by Sjiek Wa and dates from 2025. | Local Events → Fairs 707 | guestbook 338 video 6714 photo 7778 association 8562 | Limburg → Kerkrade 1031 |
| niksmismi.nl | NiksMisMi | The carnival group NiksMisMi, led by Simon Donkers, has been appointed as Carnavalsvierder 2024. Meziekmoakerij NiksMisMi made its debut in Cologne during the opening of the carnival season, where they participated in an event with more than 100,000 partying carnival revelers. The website provides updates on the group’s agenda and performances, as well as archives of past events. | Orchestras & Bands → Orchestras 1553 | agenda 4374 | |
| rommelpotters.nl | Carnavalsgroep de r'Ommelpotters | The website contains an agenda with events and activities. There is a photo album with images of the r’Ommelpotters. The website offers information about the sale of flags, specifically full-color flags measuring 100x150cm for €17.50 each. | Carnival → Carnival Associations 490 | flag 529 photo album 686 facebook 850 carnival 986 agenda 4374 | |
| cvneetkompleet.nl | C.V. Neet Kompleet | The group was founded in 2009 and has grown into a large, close-knit group of around 80 members. The website contains information about the 2024/2025 season, including the theme ‘Steinder Spacerangers’ and slogans. Various events are announced, such as the Scouting FuiF, the Carnival, the Stein Parade and the Halfvasten Party. | Carnival → Parades 76 | prince 299 parade 513 scouting 860 carnival 986 | Limburg → Stein 628 |
| vlootbachtaler.nl | Die Original Vlootbachtaler Spatzen | The website contains the history of the group, including photos and music. There is a forum and guestbook where visitors can contact and share information. The website offers an overview of activities and events, such as the carnival parades and annual meetings. | Carnival → Carnival Associations 490 | guestbook 338 carnival 986 forum 1362 history 7286 photo 7778 | Roerdalen → Montfort 86 |
| begaoiers.nl | V.G. De Begaoiers | The group was founded in 2014 and the website provides information about the carnival group and upcoming events. The text includes a fragment of a scene taking place in a cabinet meeting, with references to well-known people and humorous elements. The website offers access to information about themes, sponsorship opportunities, prices, and an FAQ. | Volunteering → Volunteer Organizations 683 | chairperson 50 money 582 carnival 986 cabinet 1730 theme 4015 | Bladel → Casteren 40 |