Events in Drenthe
There is a lot to experience in Drenthe! Festivals, exhibitions in the Drents Museum, events in the Expo- Hall ( former TT-Hall) or on the TT Circuit like of course the MotoGP every year in june, sportive events like the “Ronde van Drenthe”.
Dacia - Rijk van Goud en Zilver
From 7 July 2024, the Drents Museum will present the major archaeology exhibition Dacia – Rich in Gold and Silver. More than fifty gold and silver treasures from Romania from the 20th century BC to the 3rd century AD are coming to Assen. Most of them date from the period before the Roman conquest (106 AD). With Dacia, the Drents Museum tells the story of the Dacians, one of the ‘forgotten peoples’ of world history. The exhibition can be seen at the Drents Museum until 26 January 2025.
July 27 and 28, 2024 Truckstar Festival
Truck lovers beware! The vibrant Truckstar Festival is coming to the TT Circuit Assen again on 27 and 28 July 2024. Not only will you find the most extraordinary trucks at the festival, but there is also another impressive programme planned. For example, enjoy the race truck chase, the decibel contest and the stunt shows.
Jack's Racing Day
From 2 to 4 August, experience Europe’s biggest combined car, motorbike and kart event at the TT Circuit Assen! Watch the many spectacular races, stunts and demonstrations.
Classic GP
The third edition of the TABAC Classic GP takes place from 13 to 15 September and this year again presents a full programme of races and demonstrations with historic racing cars and motorbikes at the world-famous TT Circuit Assen.
European Junior Cycling Tour
The biggest youth cycling event from 29 July to 2 August 2024 in Assen.
Harbour Days Assen
From 12 to 14 August, we celebrate Havendagen Assen! With many historic barges, the large Craft Market & Regional Market, fun entertainment and much more.
Motul TT Assen - June 27 to 29, 2025
Unbroken on the calendar since 1925: the TT the motorbike race of the Netherlands and undisputedly the highlight of the year. High speeds, spectacular overtaking manoeuvres, screeching tyres; nowhere else will you experience this international spectacle.
Sunday shopping
Every last Sunday of the month the stores are open in the centre of Assen.