Haarlem Baseball Week

Haarlem, Netherlands

June 29 – July 5 2026

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Honkbal = Dutch Baseball!

Baseball—known as “honkbal” in Dutch—takes center stage at the biennial Haarlem Baseball Week, one of Europe’s most exciting yet underrated baseball festivals. Held at the historic Pim Mulier Stadium, this tournament brings together top national teams from around the globe, including The Netherlands, Dominican Republic, Chinese Taipei, Italy, Czech Republic, and Curacao in 2026. With round-robin play leading to an epic championship, it’s a can’t-miss event for any baseball enthusiast.

In 2026, Haarlem Baseball Week will celebrate its 32nd edition, offering thrilling games and a unique glimpse into Dutch baseball history. Pim Mulier Stadium is home to both the Dutch Baseball Hall of Fame and the local Kinheim Haarlem team. Holland’s strong baseball tradition shines through its professional league, the Honkbal Hoofdklasse, and legendary players like Xander Bogaerts, Kenley Jansen, and Andruw Jones, all of whom have roots in the Netherlands’ baseball powerhouse. Legendary centerfielder Andruw Jones will serve as the manager of the Netherlands Honkbal Week and World Baseball Classic teams in 2026.

Off the field, you’ll experience the charm of Haarlem, known as “Little Amsterdam” for its rich culture, historic beauty, and laid-back vibe. Just a quick train ride away, Amsterdam awaits with its world-famous sights and vibrant energy. Our tour gives you the flexibility to explore at your own pace—catch as many games as you’d like or take time to enjoy the sights and sounds of Haarlem and Amsterdam.

Whether you’re cheering in the stands or exploring the cities, this is your chance to see baseball through a European lens and uncover a hidden gem of the global baseball scene. Join us in 2026 for an unforgettable adventure!

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*Itinerary

  • Sunday, June 28, 2026
    Recommended early arrival before the tour begins, optional Amsterdam Cultural Day Trip add-on (Van Gogh Museum, Rijksmuseum, and drinks & snacks at a favorite local hangout; may require arriving on June 27 depending on flight options)
  • Monday, June 29
    Tour begins    : Arrive at Amsterdam Schiphol airport by 3PM to arrive at the hotel in Haarlem in time for our first Honkbal Week game at 7:00 PM.
  • June 30
    Hosted welcome lunch, Honkbal Week games
  • July 1
    Haarlem canal boat tour, hosted lunch, windmill tour, Honkbal Week games
  • July 2
    Day trip to Amsterdam: visit the Anne Frank House and Museum of the Canals, hosted lunch; Honkbal Week playoff game
  • July 3
    Optional add-on: Aalsmeer Flower Market Auction; Honkbal Week playoff games
  • July 4
    Hosted stadium picnic, Honkbal Week Championship Game
  • July 5
    Tour ends    ; depart anytime or continue for optional Amsterdam Cultural Day Trip add-on (Van Gogh Museum, Rijksmuseum, and drinks & snacks at a favorite local hangout)
  • Monday, July 6
    Departure day if you did the Amsterdam Cultural Day Trip add-on

*This itinerary is subject to change.

Recaps from Past Tours

Testimonials

Read reviews from prior tour guests.

  • More than just baseball!! Food and cultural arts too. We loved it all. It was full of activity and also nice to end the week having a relaxed baseball day. Perfect location to stay in Haarlem old town.

    Kathryn B

    Honkbal Week

  • If you love baseball, this is an extortionary opportunity to see it at an international level. JapanBall knows how to plan and execute international travel for the baseball lover. The accommodations were fabulous, especially the location. The optional side trips were interesting and fun. The meals we shared as a group were well organized and enjoyable. But it is the baseball, and the community atmosphere of Honkball Week that make this trip outstanding.

    Eleanor

    Honkbal Week

  • Shane Barclay knocked this Honkbal week trip in the Netherlands out of the park. It was a fun tournament, with a great hotel location, and good optional cultural activities on offer as well. This was my 8th trip with JapanBall since 2010 and I wholeheartedly recommend traveling with Shane’s outfit as you will have a great experience no matter where you go.

    Paul

    Honkbal Week

  • Baseball was fun. Group was fun, interesting, and welcoming. Hotel was very good. Lots of non-baseball activities. Will definitely be doing the next trip!

    Craig

    Honkbal Week

  • The JapanBall Honkbalweek baseball tour (July 10-16, 2022) was a trip of a lifetime. It was exciting to watch the games at an intimate setting – Pim Mulierstadion in Haarlem – seating capacity of 4,500. Congrats to host team Netherlands for winning the championship. We saw a lot of games between the Netherlands, Cuba, Curacao, Italy, Japan and USA. What did we like about this tour? Shane Barclay, President of JapanBall, incorporates the culture into the program

    Steven

    Honkbal Week

Inclusions

What’s included in this tour?

Tour Guide
Business-class accommodation
All in-tour travel
Excellent tickets for at least 10 games
Four hosted meals
Insider baseball experiences and sightseeing
Travel desk services
Carbon offset

We use our profits to purchase a carbon offset for each guest from Sustainable Travel International.

Not included: airfare, airport transportation, and most meals.

Pricing

Reserve your spot now with just a $600 deposit!

Full Tour

$ 4332 .00

Double Occupancy

$ 5088 .00

Single Occupancy

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