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DDW for beginners
Your first Dutch Design Week? No need to panic! We will help you out with the what, the when, the where, and lots of beginners tips.
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Practical info Dutch Design Week
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October 19-27, Eindhoven will once again be home to Dutch Design Week: the biggest design event in Northern Europe. Before you dive into the DDW stuff, we'll walk you through the basics. Here, you'll find all the practical information you need for an unforgettable visit.
Ticket info
Part of DDW is free, but you need a ticket for the other cool places. This website shows exactly you what you can see with and without a ticket. Bonus tip: buying a ticket online in advance will save you a few bucks.
You can exchange your DDW ticket for a personal wristband. You can do this at the following locations:
You can also buy a wristband on-site at these locations.
Ticket prices
This year, DDW celebrates its 25th edition, and special pricing applies from September 1 to October 10. Regular tickets are €25.00 online. Students and children aged 12 to 17 pay €15.00.
Starting October 11, tickets return to their regular prices on the website. Regular tickets will cost €27.50, while students and children aged 12 to 17 will pay €17.50. Children 11 and under can attend Dutch Design Week for free.
At the door, you can also purchase a family ticket for €70.00, which admits two adults and three children. Convenient if you have a house full of teens. Your ticket (a wristband) grants you access to all locations for the entire week and includes free rides on the DDW Design Rides.
Tickets for specific locations
Besides regular tickets, there are tickets available for some locations. These are Kazerne (€ 5), Dutch Invertuals (€ 5), New Order of Fashion Lab (€ 2,50), of Philips Museum (€ 12.50). You can enter free of charge if you have a wristband.
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Opening hours
Most locations are open daily from 11:00 to 18:00, but check with the specific location to be sure.
Program
Making your way through all the routes, designers and areas can be quite a challenge, but don't panic! Before and during the week, we will share all the not-to-be-missed locations and more useful tips to turn your visit into a success story. Would you rather make up your own itinerary? For the full program, please visit the DDW25 program or download the brand new app. There, you will find lots about the program and how to get around the city.
Travelling to Eindhoven
By train, for example: Eindhoven has two stations, Eindhoven Central Station and Station Strijp-S. Both intercity trains and sprinters stop here. You can plan your trip using the journey planner on ns.nl or Google Maps.
By plane: Eindhoven Airport is about 15 minutes by bus from the central station. A bus to the city center leaves every 10 to 15 minutes (and vice versa) except after 21:00. The main bus lines are 400 and 401.
By car: all roads lead to ... Eindhoven! From Amsterdam/Utrecht you can drive to Eindhoven via the A2, from Rotterdam/Tilburg via the A58, from Antwerp via the A67, and from Arnhem/Nijmegen via the A50. Here you will find an overview of parking facilities.
(Public) transportation
Many locations are within a reasonable walking distance from the central station. Not in the mood to walk? Rent a bike at Ketelhuisplein or the Fuutlaan. The NS has extra ov-bikes on hand. You can get them at the central station bicycle parking or in the NS travel planner app. You can also take the bus; you can plan your trip at 9292.nl. Last, but not least in the list of transportation: the Design Rides. They take you from DDW location to DDW location for free, if you have a wristband. It doesn't get more comfortable than this!
For more information, have a look at our public transport page.
Staying overnight
One day of DDW is just not enough—if you'd ask us. So book a night in one of the lovely hotels or B&Bs. Check our accommodation page for our recommended accommodations.
Eating & drinking
Getting hungry? Eindhoven has numerous restaurants, cafes, and bars. Ideal for a short or long break. Not sure where to go? Check our food & drinks page. Or step off the beaten path with these secret tips.
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