What is "3 Oktober" ?

Schedule

Thu, 25 Sep, 2025 at 08:00 pm

UTC+02:00

Location

Gelagkamer "De Wakende Haan" | Leiden, ZH

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What do the people of Leiden celebrate on October 2nd and 3rd?
What are the traditions? How do you get through these festive days?
What kind of activities are there? Herring? Hutspot? Taptoe parade? Reveille at dawn?
All the things you need to know before diving into the October 3rd celebrations.
Over a drink, with an attempt of humor and very little preparation, we'll introduce you to the October 3rd Festival — so you can celebrate like a true local this year!
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Where is it happening?

Gelagkamer "De Wakende Haan", Vrouwensteeg 16,Leiden, Netherlands

Event Location & Nearby Stays:

Hutspot Alley

Host or Publisher Hutspot Alley

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