Thrift market on King’s Day in Amsterdam
In all cities and villages of the Netherlands, almost everybody tries to do his own garage sale, selling objects at low, symbolic prices. Most people are selling their stuff directly in front of their house.
Kingsday market timing
King's Day market starts early in morning. As early as 7:00. Market activities peak at 11:00 and end around 16:00.
Reverse bargaining fun
It is in the tradition to bargain about the price when buying. Sometimes, especially when children are the sellers, the buyer raises the price - for example from 1 euro to 1,20 and refuses to buy for less. Funny, reversed negotiating starts, where often the seller is ready to give away the merchandise free, while you are expected to refuse to lower your offer. This all is part of fun on this unique day, especially for children who make their first turnover usually selling their old toys.
Kindermarkt
In Vondelpark only children are selling and buying during the "Kindermarkt". Shows and concerts for children take place at the Jordaan quarter. Apollolaan, a wide street in front of the Hilton hotel in the South Amsterdam, with its vast grass areas are used for picnics.