Exclusive five-course dinner, matching wines and airy opera
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For lovers of haute cuisine, imposing entourage and noble grandeur, the Soirées Septembre are a unique opportunity to dine exclusively and in style. The September tradition of Baron and Baroness Van Zuylen van Nijevelt-de Rothschild comes back to life in Kasteel de Haar.
Enjoy a fully catered evening of a tantalizing five-course dinner with matching wines. The evening will be musically framed by surprising opera luminaries, who will pay tribute to the nobility of yesteryear. Occasionally with a big wink.
Check out the full program, menu and answers to frequently asked questions below.
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The September tradition
WHAT IS IT?
Around 1900, a tradition emerged at De Haar that has since been known as the "September Tradition. Every year at the end of the summer, the baron and baroness moved into the castle. They organize grand receptions in the form of sumptuous dinners and sophisticated festive evenings.
Among the many, often wealthy, guests are members of royal families and European nobility, bankers, movie stars and politicians. The September tradition is a serious business. The guests must not lack for anything.
September 2024
A MODERN LOOK
The September Tradition is a rich tradition that Castle de Haar keeps alive. Every year Kasteel de Haar organizes the Soirées Septembre. Where the Belle Époque resurrects and where the guests will once again lack nothing.
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27 & 28
SEPTEMBER
7 p.m. to 11 p.m.
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The program
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A BACKGROUND
Getting in the mood already? Check out all the photos of the Soirées Septembre edition 2023, or watch the aftermovie here on the right.
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Castle de Haar
After the death of his father, in 1890, Etienne baron van Zuylen van Nijevelt inherits the castle ruins De Haar. He himself did not have the money to realize his dream and rebuild the castle, but fortunately, three years earlier, in Paris, he had married the wealthy Hélène Baroness de Rothschild. Together they decide to hire a famous architect.
The choice falls on Pierre Cuypers, who made his name with the construction of Amsterdam's Central Station and Rijksmuseum. The ancestral castle is resurrected in an impressive blend of medieval atmosphere and late-nineteenth-century luxury and comfort. For the Van Zuylen-van Nijevelts living in Paris, De Haar serves as a pleasant country retreat.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where do the Soirées Septembre take place and what are the dates?
The exclusive Soirées Septembre takes place at Castle de Haar, in Haarzuilens (near Utrecht). For your navigation, please enter Kasteellaan 1, Haarzuilens. You will be transported from the visitor parking lot with appropriate transportation to the gates of the castle.
The Soirées Septembre will be on Sept. 27 & 28, 2024.
I have allergies or dietary requirements, how do I communicate them?
For those with allergies and dietary needs, a different, vegan option will be served.
You can communicate your requirements when booking the tickets.
What is the dress code?
The dress code for Soirées Septembre is black tie. For gentlemen, this means tuxedo. Ladies dress in evening attire.
Are drinks included in the price?
Yes, certainly, drinks for the evening are included in the ticket price. This includes wines and appetizers.
To accompany the dinner we will serve a red and white wine. These wines will be previewed and selected by Baroness Alexandra next summer.
The tables are stocked with carafes of water; in addition, the service goes around with rosé, 100% natural orange juice and, upon request, soft drinks, beer and 0.0 beer.
I would like to sit next to someone at an 8-person table, is that possible. And how do I pass that on?
Yes, definitely. You can, when ordering your ticket, indicate in the comments field who you want to sit next to. If you provide there the name of the person who placed the other order, we will make sure you sit next to each other.
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