Sparta Rotterdam faces Telstar in Velsen-Zuid following their narrow derby defeat to Feyenoord. The match is scheduled to begin at 8:00 PM as Telstar looks to build on their recent victory against NEC.
Twenty-four-year-old entrepreneur Chagai Elburg successfully sold thousands of eclipse glasses for 15 euros each at his pop-up shop in Haarlem on Wednesday. The high demand resulted in long queues and a very busy day for the business owner.
Techno DJ Reinier Zonneveld is organizing his own R² Festival in Spaarnwoude, expecting 20,000 attendees. Beyond his music career, Zonneveld is taking a stand against AI companies to protect the interests of fellow artists.
During Open Monumentendag 2026, the public will have the opportunity to visit several historic sites in Haarlem that are typically closed to visitors. This event includes locations such as the Bakenesserkerk and the Brouwershofje.
The Europaweg in Haarlem will reopen to all traffic on Friday, August 14, at 4:00 PM, two weeks ahead of schedule. The newly designed street features improved facilities for cyclists, pedestrians, and public transport, while further construction continues on the nearby Kennedylaan.
Care worker Eric Sterenberg leads weekly exercise sessions for people with dementia in Haarlem to help maintain physical health and cognitive function. Sterenberg, who is seeking volunteers to assist with participant transport, highlights that the group activities help reduce social isolation and improve physical independence.