Limited availability in June & July
Business event Haarlem
Looking for an ideal location for a business event in Haarlem? Event on the Water organizes business events on a luxury sloop in the heart of the historic city. With a central location, incl. skipper and service and unlimited drinks, you immediately impress your customers and colleagues. the inspiring environment of the Haarlem canals and the Spaarne replaces every meeting room or restaurant in North Holland.
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Limited availability
in June & July
Business event Haarlem
Zoek je een leuk idee voor een zakelijk event? Wat dacht je van een unieke locatie op het water in Haarlem.
Looking for an ideal location for a business event in Haarlem? Event on the Water organizes business events on a luxury sloop in the heart of the historic city. With a central location, incl. skipper and service and unlimited drinks, you immediately impress your customers and colleagues. the inspiring environment of the Haarlem canals and the Spaarne replaces every meeting room or restaurant in North Holland.
A carefree business meeting in Haarlem
Event on the Water ensures that organizing your business event becomes a great experience, so you don't have to worry about anything. View our promises here.
All-in rates
The business events are standard incl. unlimited beer, wine, soft drinks, coffee and tea. No surprises afterwards, one invoice with clear VAT.
Inc. skipper
All meetings are incl. catering staff and nautical crew. Do not arrange anything yourself on board, you can keep focus on your guests.
Covered and heated boating
All boats are covered and heated. The sloops can also be open or have an outdoor area, allowing business meetings throughout the year.
It works that simple
Request quote
Enter date, group size and type of outing. This will take 2 minutes.
2 min
Receive confirmation
Event op het Water will send you a customized quote with availability within 24 hours.
within 24 hours
Sail & enjoy
Get on board at Nieuwe Gracht 80. The skipper will take care of the rest.
unforgettable
Business event on the water: a unique meeting
Enjoy on one of the luxury sloops incl. skipper, waiter and unlimited beer, wine, soft drinks, juices, tea and coffee. Event op het Water has sloops suitable for 10 to 70 people in Haarlem. For large groups of up to 200 people, we connect several sloops together.
Inclusive
Experienced skipper
Comfortable pillows
Beer, Wine & Soft
Juices, tea & coffee
Comfortable pillows
Business arrangements
Meeting on board
Lunch meeting
Christmas drinks & New Year drinks
Product launch
Company anniversary
Optional
Luxury lunch or dinner
BBQ or snacks
Bluetooth-speaker (gratis) of DJ
Microphone & AV technology
Theme decoration & corporate identity
De luxe Sloop as an event location in Haarlem
Event op het Water works in Haarlem exclusively with luxury open sloops. With local expertise and warm hospitality we provide a great meeting on all business boat trips. The business event through Haarlem is always a private cruise incl. skipper. No standard tour boats, no tourists, just your guests.
Below is the luxury sloop explained. Everything is possible, we are not tied to a fixed route. Do you want to get on or off somewhere else in the city or on a specific terrain? Let me know.
Also covered!
Private boat
Open sloop
(10-70 people)
The luxurious open sloops sail both open and covered. Ideal for a cruise or a party on board. Enjoy the Haarlem canals and the Spaarne with a little music while enjoying a snack and a drink. The luxury sloop fits through the narrow canals of Haarlem. Comfortable pillows and a cozy skipper on board.
From 1.5 hours
10 to 70 people
Spaarne
Beer, Wine & Soft
Nieuwe Gracht 80, Haarlem
Company outing
Bachelor party
Baby shower
Do you want to book directly? Direct booking
Private boat
Multiple sloops
(70-200 people)
For larger groups, Event op het Water connects several sloops to each other, up to a maximum of 200 people. Sail together from the Nieuwe Gracht 80 towards the Spaarne. Each boat has its own skipper and bar. Ideal for a large company outing, staff party or family day where everyone has an intimate boating experience.
From 1.5 hours
70 to 200 people
Spaarne
Beer, Wine & Soft
Nieuwe Gracht 80, Haarlem
Big company outing
Business event
Family day
Larger than 200 people?
In Amsterdam, Rotterdam and Utrecht, the passenger boats and event ships sail up to 700 people.
View BBQ boat Amsterdam.
The most popular outings at the moment
Choose your drink route in Haarlem
With local expertise and warm hospitality, Event on the Water ensures a great experience on all boat trips. The drink tour through Haarlem is always a private cruise incl. skipper. No tour boat between tourists, the cruise is fully taken care of from boarding to disembarking.
Below are four options. Everything is possible: events on the Water are not tied to a fixed route. Do you want to get on or off somewhere else or add a package for food or extra drinks? We immediately make a competitive offer.
Are you with less than 10 people? View the Private Cruise in Haarlem.
Most chosen!
Business event Haarlem 1:
Short tour of the center
The short tour departs from the boarding point at Nieuwe Gracht 80 and sails along the Gravestenenbrug, the Grote Markt and the Waag. Ideal for a drink with snacks, a compact getaway or an after-work activity with the company.
From 1.5 hours
10 to 70 people
City center of Haarlem
Luxury sloop
Beer, Wine & Soft
Company outing
Bachelor party
Baby shower
Family party
Business event Haarlem 2:
Spaarne and centrum Haarlem
The most chosen route. Let yourself be surprised by the beauty of the Spaarne as you sail from the Nieuwe Gracht 80 along the Gravestenenbrug, the Waag and the historic quays. Each corner has its own story. This tour has extra atmosphere in the evening.
From 2.5 hours
10 to 70 people
Spaarne & Haarlem canals
Luxury sloop
Beer, Wine & Soft
Company outing
Bachelor party
Baby shower
Family party
Business event Haarlem 3:
Extended tour of Haarlem
Do you not only want to see the Spaarne but also the smaller canals of Haarlem, such as the Bakenessergracht and the Nieuwe Gracht? Then this route is for you. Cruise past historic warehouses and picturesque Quays. More time on board for various activities and Game program’s.
From 3 hours
10 to 70 people
Canals of Haarlem
Luxury sloop
Beer, Wine & Soft
Company outing
Bachelor party
Baby shower
Family party
Business event Haarlem 4:
Spaarndam & Mooie Nel
For larger groups of up to 200 people, Event op het Water links several luxury sloops together. Sail together from the Nieuwe Gracht 80 towards Spaarne and Spaarndam. Suitable for a big party, theme parties or an outing with colleagues’s and friends combined.
From 3.5 hours
Spaarne, Spaarndam & Mooie Nel
Luxury sloop
Beer, Wine & Soft
Company outing
Bachelor party
Baby shower
Family party
Create your own business event
The routes on this page are the most popular for business events. You can also create the meeting yourself, adapted to the wishes of your organization.
Event op het Water is happy to help organize special packages for:
→ Company outing Haarlem
→ Team building Haarlem
→ Drinks boat Haarlem
→ BBQ boat Haarlem
→ Party boat Haarlem
→ Round trip Haarlem
→ Birthday Haarlem
→ Bachelor party Haarlem
Upgrade options
Elaborate high tea, lunch, pancakes, breakfast, non-alcoholic bubbles, theme decoration, photographer, gifts moment.
Price & Availability
Do you want more information about the price, availability and possibilities? Request a free quote or contact us.
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Organize a business event in Haarlem
Looking for a stylish and inspiring environment for your meeting on the Haarlem canals and the Spaarne? At Event op het Water you are assured of a fantastic day or evening with your colleagues, customers or partners. Enjoy the beautiful Haarlem canals together with a refined lunch, delicious wines or a drink on the boat. The central location of Haarlem in North Holland makes the region accessible to the whole of the Netherlands.
At Event op het Water you always rent a private ship with professional skipper and incl. unlimited beer, wine and soft drinks. The minimum group size is 10 people. This formula works for entrepreneurs, start-ups, scale-ups and large companies and helps support Haarlem entrepreneurship with a stylish location for networking. Event op het Water was founded in 2017, started with a handful of sloops, and since then has become the specialist for organizing business events on the water in the Netherlands.
View the catering menu & #8217;s incl. unlimited drinking. Would you prefer a well-stocked Dutch bar, a glass of prosecco as a welcome drink or an extensive dinner? You can book that extra for an unforgettable experience. You can also complement the facilities: microphone, projector, stage or business decoration in corporate style. The skipper and operator take care of the execution.
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Tailor-made business events
The most popular type of booking involves the business meeting combined with a cruise. Event op Vatten ensures that everyone is assured of a stylish event with the right facilities. Below are the most common business events that the entrepreneurs organize with us, from small work sessions to full conferences with catering.
Meeting on the water
An effective meeting on board is inspiring and productive. Guests are away from their desks for a moment, have full focus and discuss important tasks without distraction. Ideal for a strategic session, an MT meeting or a quarterly meeting. It is about creating space for ideas and clear decision-making. The skipper sails quietly over the Spaarne while the staff provides lunch or drinks tailored to your needs. Effective meetings come naturally here; the only task of the host is to be present.
Christmas drinks in Haarlem
The Christmas drink on board is stylish, cozy and warm. The luxury boats are covered and heated, so comfortable even in december. Celebrate the end of the year with colleagues’s and companies while enjoying delicious snacks, winter beer and mulled wine. A stylish Christmas drink on the water is the way to end the year.
New Year's drinks & networking
Start the new year with a networking meeting on the Haarlem canals. Perfect for meeting customers, partners and starters in the region. The intimate setting of the luxury sloop makes talking and networking easy. For the new year's drink we like to think along with you about timing, catering and decoration.
Product launch & anniversary
Do you want to give your product launch or company anniversary a stylish twist? The sloops provide a stage for speakers, space for a short presentation and opportunity for networking. The atmosphere of Haarlem, The Grote Markt in the background and the historic bridges make every event memorable. It is about making a lasting impression on customers, partners and the inhabitants of the city. A good experience with entrepreneurs and companies is guaranteed.
Unlimited drinks on board
At every business event in Haarlem, Event op het Water offers an open bar as standard: unlimited beer, wine and soft drinks. On board expand with Dutch bar, glass of prosecco, fresh juice d & # 8217;orange or champagne. Enjoy fine wines, coffee and cake or a fully equipped dinner package.
Something else to celebrate or plan?
Make your event great with the arrangements of Event op het Water. Discover Haarlem from the water on one of the boats. From the historic Haarlem canals to the Spaarne, in this guide you will find the ideal location that meets your wishes. Enjoy illuminated evening cruises, culinary experiences or a private tour. Everything is possible at events on the Water. Start here and book a meeting so as not to forget quickly.
Popular!
Private boat
Company outing
A company outing on the water in Haarlem.Ga for a great experience incl. unlimited drinking. Extension possible with lunch, snacks or a delicious bbq for colleagues’s.
10 to 200 people
Beer, Wine & Soft
Catering staff
Nautical crew
Private boat
Bachelor party
Get ready for an unforgettable bachelorette party aboard a luxury sloop. Sail through Haarlem with your best friends and family, along the mills and canals.
10 to 200 people
Beer, Wine & Soft
Catering staff
Nautical crew
Private boat
Family day
Celebrate special moments with the family aboard a sloop. Experience conviviality and togetherness while enjoying a relaxing cruise along the sights of Haarlem.
10 to 200 people
Beer, Wine & Soft
Catering staff
Nautical crew
Private boat
Baby shower
Celebrate the arrival of your little wonder in style aboard a specially outfitted luxury sloop. Enchanting cruise along the picturesque canals of Haarlem.
10 to 70 people
Beer, Wine & Soft
Catering staff
Nautical crew
Private boat
Gender reveal
Unique, a gender reveal on the water in Haarlem with an Event on the water. Enjoy a unique atmosphere incl. unlimited drinks, to be expanded with lunch, snacks or bbq. Decoration is possible.
10 to 70 people
Beer, Wine & Soft
Catering staff
Nautical crew
Private boat
Wedding
Give each other the yes word aboard a luxury sloop, surrounded by loved ones. Celebrate love with family and friends on the water of Haarlem with Event on the water.
10 to 200 people
Beer, Wine & Soft
Catering staff
Nautical crew
Private boat
Birthday
Celebrate your birthday in style on a luxury sloop. Let yourself be pampered with delicious dishes, snacks and unlimited drinks. The birthday cruise is suitable during a lunch, dinner or bbq.
10 to 200 people
Beer, Wine & Soft
Catering staff
Nautical crew
Private boat
Business event
Organizing a business event on board? Use the Sloop as a unique location. Enjoy a beautiful view over Haarlem, the Spaarne and the historic buildings.
10 to 200 people
Beer, Wine & Soft
Catering staff
Nautical crew
Delicious dining on the Haarlem canals
Enjoy a culinary experience during a business event in Haarlem, where delicious food is served on the sloop with unlimited beer, wine or soft drinks. You have the freedom to decide your own route, whether through the Haarlem canals or over the Spaarne. The result feels more stylish than a restaurant, because the setting is unique. In other cities such as Amsterdam, Rotterdam or Utrecht also possible.
Specific wishes about diet or allergies? Pass this in advance. Event on the Water provides a suitable solution. All dishes are prepared with care, to complete your business meeting. From a stylish dinner to an extensive lunch, everything can be adapted to the wishes of the organization.
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A business event for every organization
At Event op het Water there is a range of possibilities for business meetings, perfectly tailored to all types of companies. The entrepreneurs of Haarlem, North Holland and the whole of the Netherlands find here an ideal location for both small and large events. Looking for an alternative to the regular meeting restaurant or restaurant room in the city? The advisory team likes to think along with you about the right setting.
For starters and small teams, the short drink route is suitable: 1.5 hours with a snack and drink. For companies with 70 to 200 employees, Event op het Water links several sloops for a large staff party. The team's expertise helps you with planning, technology, catering and decoration.
Every business arrangement can be tailored to your wishes. For a meeting, anniversary, product launch or networking drink, de luxe sloop offers a unique inspiring environment. The consultants like to think along with you about timing, guests and the future of your organization. It is a meeting that colleagues & # 8217; s will remember for a long time.
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What are the costs of a business event in Haarlem?
The prices of a business event are tailored to your personal wishes. From the group size and catering choice to the sailing duration: everything influences the final costs. The luxury sloops offer a stylish experience, with comfortable cushions and a cozy skipper on board.
The rates for the luxury sloop in Haarlem (including drinks, skipper and pillows):
- 1.5 hours: € 32 p.p.
- 2 hours: € 39 p.p.
- 2.5 hours: € 46 p.p. (most chosen)
- 3 hours: € 53 p.p.
- 3.5 hours: € 60 p.p.
Catering (lunch, dinner, BBQ or snacks) is added to the rate of the sloop. Price on request, depending on the package chosen and the group size. All business meetings are VAT transparent, with one invoice in the name of the organization.
Contact Event op het Water for more information about the possibilities on the luxury sloops in Haarlem.
Business event in Haarlem: stylish on the water
Event op het Water's luxury sloops offer the ideal setting for any kind of business meeting. The design of the boat is adapted to your wishes, from an extensive meeting to a Christmas drink with music. A bluetooth speaker can be used free of charge for the right atmosphere. Additional technology such as microphone or beamer can be booked.
Depending on the size of your party, you can choose one sloop or several sloops. One sloop offers space for 10 to 70 guests, perfect for an intimate meeting through the Haarlem canals. For large companies, Event op het Water links several sloops, up to a maximum of 200 guests. A real business event-XL at Het Spaarne, with plenty of room for networking and fun.
Event op het Water has been supporting organisations in North Holland since 2017, when the company started with a handful of sloops. In the meantime, the concept has grown into the event location on the water for business events, with a focus on service and customization.
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“ We have had a cruise through the canals of Amsterdam with our company. Fortunately, we were lucky that the weather was beautiful. We really enjoyed the delicious freshly prepared BBQ and delicious chilled drinks.
Really recommended to go sailing on the water with an Event!”
Frequently asked questions about the business event Haarlem
Isn't everything completely clear yet? Read here the frequently asked questions about business meetings on the luxury sloops in Haarlem.
What does a business event on the water involve?
A business event on the water a private cruise on a luxury sloop on which guests are sailed around and can enjoy a meeting, lunch, dinner or drinks. The meeting is provided by skipper and staff on board, so that the team has no worries about the implementation and can fully focus on the content.
For which business meetings is the boat suitable?
The luxury sloop is suitable for meetings, Christmas drinks, New Year's drinks, product launches, company anniversaries, customer days, networking meetings, workshops and small conferences. Voor grote congressen met meer dan 200 personen adviseert Event op het Water de passagiersschepen in Amsterdam, Rotterdam of Utrecht. Meer inspiratie voor zakelijke events in Haarlem vind je op https://eventophetwater.nl.
How many people can be on board?
By luxury sloop in Haarlem you can 10 to 70 people on board. For larger groups up to 200 people, several sloops are linked. For events over 200 people, the passenger boats and event ships only sail in Amsterdam, Rotterdam and Utrecht, up to a maximum of 700 people.
How much does a business event in Haarlem cost?
The rates for the luxury sloop start from € 32 per person incl. VAT for 1.5 hours, rising to € 60 p.p. for 3.5 hours. This includes unlimited drinks, skipper and comfortable pillows. Catering, Technology or decoration will be added to this rate, price on request.
Do we receive an invoice with VAT?
Okay. Every booking for business events gets one neat invoice in the name of the organization, with VAT specification. VAT is fully deductible for companies. Payment is made by bank transfer within 14 days, adjusted to the administration of customers.
What catering is possible on board?
The catering for a business event in Haarlem is fully adaptable to your wishes. Think of an extensive lunch, stylish dinner, BBQ, snacks, high tea, sushi, pizza or a walking dinner. You tell us your dietary requirements or allergies in advance; Event op het Water arranges a suitable menu in cooperation with a fixed restaurant network.
Is there AV equipment on board?
One bluetooth speaker for music and presentations is available free of charge by default. For a short presentation or speech, you can book a microphone set. A beamer or stage is possible on request for events on larger passenger boats in Amsterdam, Rotterdam or Utrecht. The luxury sloop in Haarlem is especially suitable for personal pitches and round tables.
Where can we get off in Haarlem?
The fixed boarding location is at the Nieuwe Gracht 80 in Haarlem. Deviating from this is possible during the week in consultation with the sales department. Boarding and alighting can be done in the same or different places, depending on the route. Parking is possible in the vicinity of the Grote Markt.
Is the boat still available?
Due to the wide range of sloops in Haarlem, Event on the Water usually available, also for short-term business events. We recommend making a reservation without obligation. Event op het Water will contact you within 24 hours to confirm availability and suggest an alternative date or time if necessary.
Is the boat also suitable in winter?
Okay. The luxury sloops are covered and heated, allowing business events throughout the year. The Christmas drinks and New Year's drinks are popular gatherings in december and January. Coffee, tea and mulled wine keep everyone warm during the cruise.
Pick-up and drop-off locations Haarlem
Isn't everything completely clear yet? Read the frequently asked questions about the cruises through the Haarlem canals here.
Boarding locations
Choose a location from the list and immediately see where you can get off.
Questions or a tailor-made solution?
The advisors of Event op het Water are happy to answer your questions and offer free advice. Feel free to contact us, available 7 days a week.
Available 7 days a week