Sheep Shearing Festival 2025 – May 17th, 2025

Get ready for a fun-filled day at the Sheep Shearing Festival on Saturday, May 17th, 2025 at De Beestenborg! This annual event offers a wonderful mix of family-friendly activities as we prepare our sheep for the summer season.

What to Expect at the Sheep Shearing Festival

At this lively celebration, there's something for everyone, especially the kids! Here's a taste of what you can look forward to:

• Herding Demonstration: Watch an expert shepherd demonstrate how a herding dog manages a flock of sheep.
• Sheep Shearing: Experience the fascinating process of sheep shearing, as our fluffy friends get ready for warmer weather.
• Children's Activities: Kids can try their hand at various fun activities, such as:
  • Kangaroo Pouch Grab: A unique and fun game where children can "grab" in a kangaroo’s pouch.
  • Pony Rides: Enjoy a gentle pony ride through the beautiful surroundings.
  • DIY Lemonade Stand: Kids can tap their own lemonade and enjoy the fruits of their labor.
  • Bouncy Castles: Jump and play on the bouncy castles, making those perfect "bokkensprongen" (goat jumps)!
• Raffle: Participate in our lottery and win exciting prizes!

More Fun and Creativity

We are thrilled to collaborate with local partners to bring extra excitement to the event:

• Lilalola Daycare will be offering face painting, turning kids into their favorite animals or superheroes.
• Kunstencentrum Vrijdag will host creative children’s workshops, where little ones can explore their artistic talents.
• Craft Stalls: Shop for handmade gifts and animal-related goodies at the various market stalls.

Tasty Treats to Enjoy

No festival is complete without some delicious food! At the Sheep Shearing Festival, you can treat yourself to:

• Pancakes
• Pastries and cakes
• Hot dogs
• Ice cream

The event offers something for everyone's taste buds, making it the perfect spot to take a break and recharge.

Supporting De Beestenborg

The proceeds from activities with a small fee will be donated to De Beestenborg, supporting their mission to care for animals and provide a fun, educational experience for families and children.

Don’t Miss Out – Join Us on May 17th!

Bring the whole family and enjoy a day filled with fun, laughter, and learning at the Sheep Shearing Festival 2025. It’s the perfect way to kick off the summer season while supporting a great cause. We look forward to seeing you there!