Mark April 18 on your calendar! That’s when the downtown business owners will once again put on a spectacular show during the Dordt Pakt Uit event. This edition will take you on a trip around the world right here in your own city. The theme is “Dordt Pakt Uit goes international,” and the business owners are set to make it another unforgettable event. With surprising street theater and live music, fun activities, tastings, and special in-store promotions—you won’t want to miss this!
Dordrecht has an impressive international history. But even today, the city center is full of international surprises, delicacies, and products. During Dordt Pakt Uit, you’ll discover them all and get to know the city in a whole new way!
What to expect.
• Unique experiences on the streets: A selfie at the Eiffel Tower, a peek at Manneken Pis, or a photo at Big Ben? You won’t have to leave the city for any of that on April 18! Amazing photo spots will provide fun moments on Voorstraat, Vriesestraat, and Scheffersplein. A real English double-decker bus will take you from Weeskinderendijk to the city center and back.
• Hilarious street theater and entertainment: During Dordt Pakt Uit, you’re always sure to come across unique street theater. This year’s edition will also surprise you with colorful and funny acts—all with an international theme, of course.
• Exclusive offers & promotions at stores—discounts, fun gifts, and extras with an international flair. You’ll soon be able to read here about where to find the best promotions and activities! • Routes through different countries: There’s plenty to discover on April 18. There’s a surprising Scandinavian route, a French flea market route, an English route featuring mini high teas, literature, and gifts, and an American route featuring American popcorn, American pancakes, a New York yellow cab, and more. There’s also an Italian street and a spotlight on Japan with cosplay.
• Guided tours by Ontdek Dordrecht. A guide from Ontdek Dordrecht will take you on a tour to meet international entrepreneurs with unique stories and delicious products. Discover who owns their own coffee plantation, who is a well-known poet in their home country, and what the most delicious flavors are from Syria, Pakistan, India, Italy, and other wonderful countries.
Come join us in downtown Dordrecht on April 18 and enjoy the atmosphere with friends or family. Not into music and entertainment, but love the cool photo spots and fun promotions in the stores? Then come in the morning.
Dordrecht is easily accessible by train, bus, and water bus. Are you coming by car? Free parking is available at Weeskinderendijk, and paid parking is available at the Spuihaven, Achterom, Visstraat, Drievriendenhof, and Energiehuis parking garages.
