Essential Festival

Mark your calendars! September 16, 2023, is the date Essential Festival returns with an even grander experience than ever before.

Get away from it all and sink into a one-day respite of rhythm, music, and joy at Essential Festival—a multi-genre extravaganza in beautiful Oost Maarland. Experience an eclectic blend of live acts and DJs playing the best tunes until the sun sets. Pack your dancing shoes for an unforgettable day!

Essential festival proudly presents an extensive lineup of the best in dance, pop, hip-hop, and R&B music from local and international acts.

Immerse yourself in the breathtaking scenery at Recreatiepark Oost-Maarland, boasting sprawling fields of green, majestic forests, and a tranquil lake.

What began as an intimate gathering of 800 merry attendees has become a yearly celebration and full-fledged festival. Featuring dazzling lineups at multiple large-scale events throughout the year, Essential Festival is now one of the most acclaimed festivals in the southern Netherlands.