AWAKENINGS FESTIVAL 2026
july 10 - 12, hilvarenbeek
AWAKENINGS FESTIVAL 2026
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Awakenings Summer Festival - Sunday cancelation
Sunday marked the most heartbreaking day in the past 26 years of organizing Awakenings.
For the past year we poured our heart and soul into creating the most unforgettable edition of Awakenings Summer Festival.
The decision to cancel the event was a collective agreement among the Hilvarenbeek municipality, Beekse Bergen, Awakenings, and Health and Safety Authorities. This challenging decision was based on the available weather and safety information at that time. That the weather subsequently changed is a testament to the unpredictability of such conditions. It also indicates how painful the decision was.
However, we stand fully behind that decision. Particularly after learning about the impact the hail, lightning and storm had around our area. While it may seem in hindsight that our visitors, crew and venue were spared from severe weather consequences, we know it was the right course of action.
We extend our gratitude to all those who have reached out, offering messages of support and understanding. It devastates us to read and see the negative comments about yesterdays decision. We know you’re hurt, we know you’re upset. We are too.
Just how we poured our heart and soul into the organization of Awakenings Summer Festival, we are fully committed to resolving the issue of refunds for our weekend and Sunday visitors. In the upcoming period, we will get in contact with all of you about a refund plan.
The decision to cancel the event was a collective agreement among the Hilvarenbeek municipality, Beekse Bergen, Awakenings, and Health and Safety Authorities. This challenging decision was based on the available weather and safety information at that time. That the weather subsequently changed is a testament to the unpredictability of such conditions. It also indicates how painful the decision was.
However, we stand fully behind that decision. Particularly after learning about the impact the hail, lightning and storm had around our area. While it may seem in hindsight that our visitors, crew and venue were spared from severe weather consequences, we know it was the right course of action.
We extend our gratitude to all those who have reached out, offering messages of support and understanding. It devastates us to read and see the negative comments about yesterdays decision. We know you’re hurt, we know you’re upset. We are too.
Just how we poured our heart and soul into the organization of Awakenings Summer Festival, we are fully committed to resolving the issue of refunds for our weekend and Sunday visitors. In the upcoming period, we will get in contact with all of you about a refund plan.
Update 14 July
We hope you are doing well. This week, realization kicked in and we are devastated we couldn’t give you our beloved Awakenings Sunday.
Again, we would like to express our gratitude for your cooperation and understanding during this challenging time. Your positive reactions online and in our mailbox give us so much strength.
We are looking into the refunds for our weekend and Sunday visitors but as you can imagine, this is quite a puzzle and we need a bit more time to figure things out with all parties involved. As you can expect from us, we are doing our utmost best to give you clarity as soon as we can.
Again, we would like to express our gratitude for your cooperation and understanding during this challenging time. Your positive reactions online and in our mailbox give us so much strength.
We are looking into the refunds for our weekend and Sunday visitors but as you can imagine, this is quite a puzzle and we need a bit more time to figure things out with all parties involved. As you can expect from us, we are doing our utmost best to give you clarity as soon as we can.
FAQ
Refunds
Click here to view all refund information.
If you have purchased refund protection from XCover/Booking Protect, we kindly request that you refrain from seeking a refund through their respective portal, as we are responsible for processing refunds for this event’s cancellation.
If you have purchased refund protection from XCover/Booking Protect, we kindly request that you refrain from seeking a refund through their respective portal, as we are responsible for processing refunds for this event’s cancellation.
Did you still have items in your locker?
All full lockers were emptied and the items are placed on iLost. Please check the website and claim your items, then you can pick them up or choose the items to be sent to your home.
Click here to go to the iLost page.
Click here to go to the iLost page.
INFORMATION REGARDING REFUNDS
LOCKERS
For anyone who has items left in the lockers on the festival site: tomorrow, Monday between 10 AM and 2 PM you can pick up your items via entrance North.
UPDATE 18:30 CEST
We are grateful to report that everyone is out of harm's way. The most severe part of the storm has subsided. We remain pleased with our decision, as we cannot take any risks when it comes to the safety and well-being of our visitors.
We would like to express our gratitude for your cooperation and understanding during this challenging time.
We would like to express our gratitude for your cooperation and understanding during this challenging time.
Update: Sunday, 13:00 - Campsite
We will provide food and drinks at the info points, staff is on their way.
Update: Sunday, 11:30 - Unfortunately, we must officially announce the cancellation of Awakenings Summer Festival Sunday.
This decision is made with a heavy heart, but it has become necessary due to severe weather conditions heading our way later today. Our utmost concern is ensuring your safety on site, and under these circumstances, we cannot guarantee this.
To all those who have bought a Sunday ticket, we kindly request that you stay home. Within the span of a week, we will reach out to you directly, providing details regarding suitable solutions.
For those who stay at our campsite, please check the signing on site and your email. Here, you will find essential instructions on how to safely leave the terrain or seek appropriate shelter, ensuring your well-being during this unforeseen turn of events.
At all times, follow the instructions given by our staff on site.
KNMI expects severe thunderstorms with a chance of strong wind gusts (>75 km/h) and large hail (2-4 cm). This can cause danger due to large hailstones, lightning strikes, falling trees, and flying objects.
Let’s take care of each other.
To all those who have bought a Sunday ticket, we kindly request that you stay home. Within the span of a week, we will reach out to you directly, providing details regarding suitable solutions.
For those who stay at our campsite, please check the signing on site and your email. Here, you will find essential instructions on how to safely leave the terrain or seek appropriate shelter, ensuring your well-being during this unforeseen turn of events.
At all times, follow the instructions given by our staff on site.
KNMI expects severe thunderstorms with a chance of strong wind gusts (>75 km/h) and large hail (2-4 cm). This can cause danger due to large hailstones, lightning strikes, falling trees, and flying objects.
Let’s take care of each other.
! ATTENTION !
THE FESTIVAL IS CANCELED DUE TO EXTREME WEATHER LATER TODAY.
PLEASE STAY AT HOME AND DO NOT TRAVEL TO HILVARENBEEK.
WE ARE DEVASTATED AND ARE CURRENTLY TAKING CARE OF ALL CAMPING VISITORS AND CREW ON SITE.
PLEASE STAY AT HOME AND DO NOT TRAVEL TO HILVARENBEEK.
WE ARE DEVASTATED AND ARE CURRENTLY TAKING CARE OF ALL CAMPING VISITORS AND CREW ON SITE.
Update: Sunday, 11:30 CAMPING EVACUATION
We have to evacuate the campsite.
Please pack your belongings and go to your car or take the free shuttle bus to Tilburg Station (they are near the exit)
If you don't have a place to stay tonight or have other troubles, go to our info point and we will help you. Follow the signs at the campsite.
INFO POINT
GRAND CAMPING -> GANVIE VILLAGE (NEAR SUPERMARKET SPAR)
RELAX RESORT -> KARIBU TOWN
PLEASE FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS FROM OUR STAFF AT ALL TIMES.
Please pack your belongings and go to your car or take the free shuttle bus to Tilburg Station (they are near the exit)
If you don't have a place to stay tonight or have other troubles, go to our info point and we will help you. Follow the signs at the campsite.
INFO POINT
GRAND CAMPING -> GANVIE VILLAGE (NEAR SUPERMARKET SPAR)
RELAX RESORT -> KARIBU TOWN
PLEASE FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS FROM OUR STAFF AT ALL TIMES.
Update: Sunday, 11:00 CEST, July 9
Unfortunately, it’s too soon to give a concrete update. We're looking at all possible scenarios. We’ll come back with a definite update at 11:30 CEST.
Update: Sunday, 10:00 CEST, July 9
We will come with a new update at 11:00.
Weer update (Dutch)
Zondagmiddag is er kans op noodweer in de omgeving van Hilvarenbeek. We houden de situatie nauwlettend in de gaten en zullen uiterlijk zondagochtend om 10.00 uur een update geven.
Ben je van plan om zondag langs te komen, houd dan onze website en socials in de gaten voor updates. Daarnaast verzoeken wij u vriendelijk om te allen tijde de instructies van onze medewerkers op te volgen.
Wij vinden jouw veiligheid belangrijk.
Ben je van plan om zondag langs te komen, houd dan onze website en socials in de gaten voor updates. Daarnaast verzoeken wij u vriendelijk om te allen tijde de instructies van onze medewerkers op te volgen.
Wij vinden jouw veiligheid belangrijk.
Update: 22:00 CEST, July 8
There is a chance of severe weather in the Hilvarenbeek area on Sunday afternoon. We will closely monitor the situation and no later than 10:00 CEST Sunday morning, provide you with an update.
If you are planning to visit on Sunday, please keep a close eye on our website and socials for any updates. Additionally, we kindly request that you follow the instructions given by our staff at all times. We care about your safety.
If you are planning to visit on Sunday, please keep a close eye on our website and socials for any updates. Additionally, we kindly request that you follow the instructions given by our staff at all times. We care about your safety.