World Port Days at Plein

During World Port Days, Plein becomes a place where Katendrecht’s migration stories come to life. For generations, de Kaap has been a place of departure, arrival and encounter. Europe’s first Chinatown was established here, Surinamese jazz filled its nightclubs, and Greek traders, Eastern European migrants and Cape Verdean seafarers all left their mark. Discover more about this history on the Story Tour and take part in workshops featuring circus, music and crafts.

Circus Playground

Saturday and Sunday: 1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.

Inspired by circus performer John Zapeij, who left for another country in 1924, children and parents can discover the world of circus through play. Try tightrope walking, juggling and balancing under the guidance of Circus Rotjeknor.

Workshop: bucketdrumming

Saturday: 12:30 p.m. and 4:30 p.m.
Age: 6+

Learn how to make music using buckets and drumsticks during this workshop by Bennie’s Business. Practise simple rhythms and, within half an hour, play together as one group. No musical experience is required.

Saturday and Sunday: 12:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Age: 7+
Ticket: €5 from the Kiosk

Choose from two workshops led by Fenmei from Space101, inspired by the tea and porcelain that arrived from China through the Port of Rotterdam. Decorate a rice bowl with the blue-and-white Blue Willow pattern and learn more about the significance of rice bowls in everyday Chinese life. Or make a scented sachet filled with tea leaves, like those once worn as perfume and jewellery.

Workshop: make a sailor’s knot

Saturday and Sunday: 2:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Age: 12+
Ticket: €5 from the Kiosk

Create a decorative artwork from rope with designer Rein Reitsma. Give traditional maritime knotting techniques a contemporary twist and take your work home with you.