Sinterklaas

At Sensor, you make a difference every day. We'd love to celebrate that together! That's why we hope to welcome you and your children and/or grandchildren to the Sensor Sinterklaas Celebration on 21 November 2026 at Diergaarde Blijdorp.

WHEN & WHERE

Date
Saturday, November 21, 2026

Time
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Place
Diergaarde Blijdorp

The park is open all day, and you can explore the zoo with your family. The park is open from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Visiting Sinterklaas

9:30 AM
Group 1
De Haaienzaal
10:00 AM
Group 2
De Haaienzaal
10:30 AM
Group 3
De Haaienzaal
11:00 AM
Group 4
De Haaienzaal
11:30 AM
Group 5
De Haaienzaal
12:30 PM
Group 6
De Haaienzaal
1:00 PM
Group 7
De Haaienzaal
1:30 PM
Group 8
De Haaienzaal
2:00 PM
Group 9
De Haaienzaal
2:30 PM
Group 10
De Haaienzaal

FAQ 

Diergaarde Blijdorp has its own parking area (P1) located directly in front of the main entrance (Blijdorplaan 8). Take exit 13, "Blijdorp," from the Rotterdam Ring Road (North) and follow the signs to Diergaarde Blijdorp – Parking P1. Eight charging stations are available for fully electric vehicles.

Available for download via this link.

Through the registration form, you can submit a gift request. We ask that you choose one gift per child up to the age of 10, with a maximum value of €10 (please do not combine multiple smaller gifts to reach this amount). The gifts will be handed out by Piet in the Haaienzaal at the time slot you selected..

Tickets will be distributed at the main entrance, at a dedicated ticket desk.

The zoo will be open all day, so you and your family are welcome to explore the park together. Opening hours are 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.