This autumn holiday, our museum location once again transforms into a world full of giant pumpkins, decorations, workshops, children’s activities, live music, and surprising artworks that attracts thousands of visitors every year.
… this is the newest theme of the Asten Pumpkin Days this autumn holiday at Museum Klok & Peel. Have your picture taken in a magical setting, admire atmospheric tunnels like ‘Hobbitland’ and ‘Enchanted Gardens’, discover pumpkin creations in all shapes and sizes, and admire internationally collected gourd art. Participate in one of the workshops, such as pumpkin carving and/or playing the djembe. And don’t forget to go ‘stargazing’ at the dome of the Asten Jan Paagman Observatory opposite the museum. Savor the cozy and warm atmosphere at the street market with live music every day, naturally while enjoying a delicious bowl of pumpkin soup.
Thanks to the collaboration with Centrummanagement Asten, Midas Winkelcentrum, VVV Asten, community centre ‘t Kwartier, and the Municipality of Asten, the entire city of Asten is packed with pumpkin activities this autumn break, ensuring that a visit to the municipality of Asten this autumn break guarantees the ultimate autumn outing for the whole family!
The Asten Pumpkin Days can be visited daily from Saturday, October 17 to Sunday, October 25 (autumn holidays).
The museum is open daily from 11:00 AM to 4:30 PM during the Pumpkin Days.
Please note: slightly modified opening hours apply to Museum Klok & Peel during the Pumpkin Days:
Buy your ticket for the Pumpkin Days here. This ticket naturally also grants access to the entire museum.
Check this website regularly and view more details of the museum program in the coming weeks.
Then download the joint program booklet of the Asten Pumpkin Days by clicking on the image next to this text, or also visit the Pompoendagen Asten website , where all activities in Asten are mapped out.
You can find a summary of activities further down this page …
The Asten Pumpkin Days are, of course, worth a visit for everyone. At the museum, the activities are primarily aimed at children with their parents or grandparents who want to enjoy a fun autumn holiday activity together. A visit to the Pumpkin Days at Museum Klok & Peel is not only about enjoying the splendor of autumn colors in the ‘enchanted gardens’, but you can also invariably marvel at the creative uses of pumpkins and gourds, and last but not least, the delicious dishes you can make with them.
Visitors to the Pumpkin Days can count on great activities for children – such as the popular pumpkin carving – as well as a wonderful mix of looking, doing, and listening.
There are daily activities in the garden and the Orangery that you can participate in, some of which require a small fee for the use of materials. It is not necessary to register in advance.
During the Pumpkin Days, you can pay by card at some activities, but not at all. Therefore, bring some cash with you just in case.
Just think about:
Carving a pumpkin (€3.50)
Candle making (€3.00)
Soap making (€3.00)
Pumpkin bouncy castle (free)
Pumpkin scale (free)
Furthermore, there are the following (free) daily activities:
Photo opportunity enchanted gardens
The Land of Pompelientje Peel Pumpkin (Sound Garden)
Atmospheric tunnels (Kalebassenbos)
Sticking a pumpkin
Reading aloud in the big tent (Kalebassenbos)
| Below is a summary of hands-on activities (from 12:00 to 16:00). |
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| Sunday, October 18 | Trick or Treat (come dressed up) Blowing bubbles with Magical Lena |
| Tuesday, October 20 | Face painting – Kristel does makeup |
| Wednesday, October 21 | Djembe workshop: Helmie Huijgens Face painting – Kristel does makeup Blowing bubbles with Magical Lena |
| Thursday, October 22 at 1:00 PM and 3:00 PM | Showmotion acrobatics |
| Friday, October 23 at 1:00 PM and 3:00 PM | Showmotion acrobatics |
| Saturday, October 24
… at 1:00 PM and at 3:00 PM | Face painting – Kristel Schminkt Blowing bubbles with Magical Lena Showmotion acrobatics |
| Sunday, October 19, 13
… at 1:00 PM and at 3:00 PM | Face painting – Kristel Schminkt Blowing bubbles with Magical Lena Showmotion acrobatics |
You can find here more information about the activities you can participate in.
| Below is a summary of listening activities (from 12:00 to 16:00). |
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| Saturday, October 17 | Soft Touch |
| Sunday, October 18 | Peter Habets |
| Monday, October 19 | Songwriter Frank van Es |
| Tuesday, October 20 | Tuloa |
| Wednesday, October 21 | Djembe workshop: Helmie Huijgens |
| Thursday, October 22 | Oh-DIE |
| Friday, October 23 | Willem and Joosten |
| Saturday, October 24 | Sakkerdju |
You can find here more information about the live music to enjoy.
Are you curious about what there is to see / where?
Click on the images below to view the best route to the museum, the best walking route within the museum, and the concise program.
You might find the answer to some practical questions here .
