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Weekend tips: things to do in Haarlem (October 9-11)

Haarlem is hosting a variety of community activities from October 9 to 11, including artisan markets, nature walks, and early evening social events. The program also features family-friendly theater performances as part of the National Children's Theater Week.

The city of Haarlem is hosting a variety of events from October 9 to 11 to celebrate the weekend and the autumn school break. Residents and visitors can explore local creativity at The Maker Market in De Koepel or enjoy the seasonal atmosphere at the Knisper Herfstmarkt held at Kraantje Lek, featuring local food and vinyl music. For those seeking active or social experiences, the Walk of Life offers morning nature strolls designed to encourage social connections, while Vroeg Pieken provides an early evening nightlife option at Locael Centraal on Saturday.

Families can also participate in the National Children's Theater Week, which includes a special performance of De olifant die woord hield at Verhalenhuis Haarlem on October 10. Children are invited to engage in artistic activities before and after the show as part of the broader nationwide theater initiative. These diverse activities provide multiple ways for the community to engage with local art, nature, and entertainment throughout the weekend.

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