On Saturday, October 10, the The Hague Repair Party will take place at Amare from 11:00 AM to 3:30 PM. During this event, The Hague, together with Heel Nederland Repareert, will kick off the very first National Repair Week. Visitors will discover the possibilities of repair, learn new skills, and meet organizations and volunteers dedicated to the repair and reuse of items. Admission is free.
There are various activities for young and old. Visitors can have broken clothing and appliances repaired at the Repair Café, participate in workshops, and learn new skills. For example, there is a workshop on the Japanese repair technique Sashiko, which restores clothing visibly and creatively. Children can participate in Repair Kid and take their broken stuffed animal or doll to the Doll Doctor. In addition, visitors have plenty of opportunity to get hands-on themselves.
The official opening of National Repair Week forms an important part of the program. During the event, the importance of repairing and the dedication of volunteers from Repair Cafés and other initiatives will take center stage. Subsequently, a week of activities throughout the Netherlands will kick off from The Hague, showing residents how items can be used for longer.
Alderman for Volunteers, Kavish Partiman :
Volunteers at Repair Cafés and other repair initiatives mean a great deal to our city. With their knowledge, time, and enthusiasm, they not only help give items a second life but also connect residents and allow them to learn from one another. The Repair Party is a wonderful opportunity to thank these volunteers and make their valuable contribution visible.
Alderman for Public Space, Isabelle Broeders:
Why throw something away if it can still be repaired? Many items can easily be given a second life. By repairing, residents save money, products last longer, and we prevent unnecessary waste. That is smart and practical, and good for the environment too.
The Repair Party is organized by the Municipality of The Hague and Repair Café The Hague. The National Repair Week is an initiative of Heel Nederland Repareert. During this week, activities take place throughout the country focusing on repair, reuse, and extending the lifespan of items.
More information:
Location: Amare, Entrance on the Wijnhaven side, Spui 150, The Hague
Date: Saturday, October 10, 2026, 11:00 AM to 3:15 PM
Repair Party Program: Repair Party – The Hague