Limited availability in June & July
Wedding Haarlem
A wedding in Haarlem on the water gives your day something that no room can offer: a private boat, your own company and the historic city that glides by. You sail on the Spaarne and through the Haarlem canals, with an experienced skipper at the helm and unlimited beer, wine and soft drinks on board. Request a quote without obligation and check if your date is still available.
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Limited availability
in June & July
Wedding Haarlem
Are you looking for a nice idea for a wedding? How about a unique location on the water inHarlem?
A wedding in Haarlem on the water gives your day something that no room can offer: a private boat, your own company and the historic city that glides by. You sail on the Spaarne and through the Haarlem canals, with an experienced skipper at the helm and unlimited beer, wine and soft drinks on board. Request a quote without obligation and check if your date is still available.
A carefree wedding in Haarlem
Event on the Water ensures that organizing the baby shower for the expectant mother becomes an unforgettable occasion. Take a look at our promises for an atmospheric baby shower in Haarlem on the water.
All-in rates
All baby shower packages are incl. unlimited coffee, tea, soft drinks, beer and wine. The high tea comes on top of this. No surprises afterwards, one neat invoice.
Inc. skipper
All cruises are incl. catering staff and skipper. Do not arrange anything yourself, the expectant mother can just enjoy. We make sure that every detail is correct.
Covered and heated boating
All boats sail covered and heated, also in early spring or autumn. A great place for an intimate party, away from the hustle and bustle of the city.
It works that simple

Request quote
Enter date, group size and type of outing. This will take 2 minutes.
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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
The boats for your wedding in Haarlem
In Haarlem, Event sails on the Water exclusively with luxurious open sloops. The Haarlem canals have low bridges and narrow passages, through which saloon boats and passenger ships do not pass. The sloop sails both open and covered, so you are comfortable in any weather.
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
Price & Availability
Do you want more information about the price, availability and possibilities? Request a free quote or contact us.
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Getting married on the water in Haarlem
Event op het Water vaart in Haarlem with luxurious open sloops for 10 to 70 people. For larger groups, we connect several sloops together, up to a maximum of 200 guests. Each booking is a private boat, so you will never be among tourists or other groups.
Important to know: the sloop is not a wedding venue designated by the municipality. You can give the legal yes at the city hall or another official location in Haarlem. On board you celebrate the day after, or you hold a symbolic ceremony on the water. That saves paperwork and it gives you all the freedom in time, route and decoration.
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Three ways to celebrate your wedding in Haarlem on the water
1. Symbolic ceremony on the Haarlem canals
For an intimate ceremony you sail the short route through the center, from the Nieuwe Gracht along the Gravestenenbrug and the Waag. This tour lasts 1.5 hours and is suitable for groups of 10 to 40 people. The sloop sails effortlessly through the narrow canals where larger ships do not come. Combine it with a more extensive cruise through the canals of Haarlem if you want more time on board. Plan the ceremony in the first half hour, then everyone will have plenty of rest afterwards to toast.
2. Wedding party at the Spaarne
The most chosen route takes 2.5 hours and goes over the Spaarne, past Molen De Adriaan and the Teylers Museum. This is the cruise for a reception or party after the ceremony, with music on board and snacks from the own kitchen. If you want to make it a real party with a dj and a dance floor, take a look at the party boat in Haarlem. In the evening, the illuminated quays and bridges come out most beautifully.
3. Wedding venue in Haarlem for large groups
The longest route takes 3.5 hours and leads via the Spaarne to Spaarndam and the beautiful Nel, a combination of city, village and open water. This tour suits a wedding that lasts all afternoon, with lunch or dinner on board along the way. If you want to decide for yourself how long and where you sail, take a look at the possibilities to boat rentals in Haarlem. Make reservations for large groups well in advance, because then several sloops must be free on the same date.
Why a boat works as a wedding venue in Haarlem
- Completely private. Only your company on board, no other groups and no walk-in from outside.
- All-in tariff. Beer, wine, soft drinks, coffee and tea are included in the price, including VAT and without subsequent calculation.
- Weather doesn't matter. The canopy closes and the sloop is heated, so rain on your wedding day doesn't change the plan.
- Decor without decoration. The canals, Mills and historic quays do the work you need to arrange in a hall with flowers and lighting.
- One point of contact. Skipper, catering staff, catering and route all run via one contact person at Event op het Water.
Are you in doubt between routes or group sizes? Our consultants think along with you seven days a week.
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How to arrange your wedding on the water
- Determine the date and time. Take into account the official ceremony so that the company can get off relaxed.
- Choose the duration. For a ceremony on board, 1.5 hours is sufficient, for a party we recommend 2.5 hours or more.
- Specify the group size. Up to 70 guests sail one sloop, above that we couple several.
- Choose the food. Think of snacks, a high tea, a full dinner on board or a bbq on board for an informal wedding.
- Arrange the extra & #8217; s. Prosecco as a welcome drink, flowers on the table, a singer or a dj: everything can be included in the offer.
- Confirm within 24 hours. You will receive a tailor-made quote with availability, then we will fix the boat.
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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!”
How much does a wedding in Haarlem on the water cost?
The rates depend on the duration of the cruise. All prices are per person, including VAT, experienced skipper, catering staff, comfortable pillows and unlimited beer, wine and soft drinks.
- 1.5 hours: € 32 per person
- 2 hours: € 39 per person
- 2.5 hours: € 46 per person, the most chosen option
- 3 hours: € 53 per person
- 3.5 hours: € 60 per person
Catering, decoration and entertainment are based on your wishes. For comparison: a room rental in Haarlem usually charges a fixed amount plus consumptions per piece, so that the final bill only becomes clear afterwards. With us you know the amount in advance. Want to know what your wedding costs?, then request a quote without obligation.
Getting off at the Nieuwe Gracht
The fixed boarding point is centrally located in the center on the Nieuwe Gracht 80, within walking distance of the Grand Place. Boarding and alighting are done in the same place, so guests can just leave their car or bike. On weekdays, another boarding location is possible in consultation, for example the Papentorenvest 1A. do you prefer to celebrate in another city? Look at the possibilities for a weddings in Amsterdam.
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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.
Frequently asked questions about a
weddings in Haarlem
Can you officially get married on a boat in Haarlem?
No, the sloops of Event op het Water are not a wedding venue designated by the municipality. You can give the legal yes at the city hall or another official location in Haarlem. On board you can hold a symbolic ceremony and celebrate the celebration.
How much does a wedding in Haarlem on the water cost?
The rates start from € 32 per person including VAT for 1.5 hours and go up to € 60 per person for 3.5 hours. It contains the skipper, the catering staff and unlimited beer, wine and soft drinks. Catering and decoration are budgeted separately.
How many guests can fit on the boat?
One luxury sloop in Haarlem can accommodate 10 to 70 people. For groups of up to 200 guests, we connect several sloops, each with its own skipper and bar.
How long does a wedding cruise take?
A cruise takes at least 1.5 hours and can be up to 3.5 hours or longer. For a ceremony on board, 1.5 hours is enough. For a reception or party we recommend 2.5 hours, the most frequently chosen duration.
What happens if it rains on our wedding day?
The cruise continues in any weather. The canopy of the sloop closes and the boat is heated, so that it remains comfortable on board. In good weather, the sloop simply sails open.
Can we bring our own catering and decoration?
The food is taken care of from the own kitchen, from snacks to a full dinner. Own decoration such as flowers, garlands or a cake is possible in consultation. Communicate dietary wishes or allergies in advance, then they will be taken into account.
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.
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