HEROES RIDE FESTIVAL 2026
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HEROES RIDE FESTIVAL 2026 
FESTIVAL HEADLINER — TUFAN
The legendary vocalist of Grandma’s Smuzi will take the stage at the HEROES RIDE FESTIVAL 2026!
August 1, 2026
12:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Oorlogsmuseum Medemblik
Oudevaartsgat 8, 1671 HM Medemblik, Netherlands
Here’s what’s in store for you:
Historic motorcycle ride
A big rock concert
Charity raffle
Motorcycle exhibition
Festival fair
Veterans and the biker community
On stage:
Pop/Rock Avenue
Special guests
TUFAN — the legendary voice of Grandma’s Smuzi
Tickets:
HEROES EXPERIENCE PASS — €60
RIDER’S PASS — €30
ROCK & FREEDOM PASS — €40
VETERAN PASS — Free
1. HEROES EXPERIENCE PASS
Full festival package — €60
Immerse yourself in the festival atmosphere from the first minute to the last.
Your ticket includes:
- The festival’s grand opening at the War Museum restaurant
- Networking with veterans, bikers, representatives of civic organizations, foundations, and the local community
- The festival grounds with photo zones, a fair, and a motorcycle exhibition
- Light snacks during the opening
- Watching the motorcycle show and meeting participants of the historic motorcycle ride
- The opportunity to participate in a charity raffle
- An evening rock concert featuring:
* Pop/Rock Avenue
* Special festival guests
* The evening’s headliner—the lead singer of the legendary band Grandma’s Smuzi
- An unforgettable atmosphere of unity, music, and support for veterans
2. RIDER’S PASS
Special package for motorcyclists - €30
(50% discount for members of the motorcycle community)
The package includes:
- Everything included in the HEROES EXPERIENCE PASS
- Participation in a historic motorcycle ride along the scenic roads of North Holland
- A special route map designed by the Medemblik War Museum
- Visits to historic World War II sites
- A joint ride with veterans and the Dutch motorcycle community
3. ROCK & FREEDOM PASS
Evening concert package - €40
Starts at 5:00 PM
Your ticket includes:
- Admission to the festival’s main concert program
- Charity fair
- Opportunity to participate in a raffle
- Pop/Rock Avenue concert
- Headliner of the evening—the lead singer of the band Grandmas Smuzi
- A festive atmosphere, new connections, and memorable experiences
4. VETERAN PASS
Free
HeroCare International and the festival’s partners are proud to invite veterans to join the event as guests of honor.
The package includes full access to all festival activities.
Together, let’s support veterans and charitable projects.
HEROES RIDE FESTIVAL 2026
FESTIVAL HEADLINER — TUFAN
The legendary vocalist of Grandma’s Smuzi will take the stage at the HEROES RIDE FESTIVAL 2026!
August 1, 2026
12:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Oorlogsmuseum Medemblik
Oudevaartsgat 8, 1671 HM Medemblik, Netherlands
Here’s what’s in store for you:
Historic motorcycle ride
A big rock concert
Charity raffle
Motorcycle exhibition
Festival fair
Veterans and the biker community
On stage:
Pop/Rock Avenue
Special guests
TUFAN — the legendary voice of Grandma’s Smuzi
Tickets:
HEROES EXPERIENCE PASS — €60
RIDER’S PASS — €30
ROCK & FREEDOM PASS — €40
VETERAN PASS — Free
1. HEROES EXPERIENCE PASS
Full festival package — €60
Immerse yourself in the festival atmosphere from the first minute to the last.
Your ticket includes:
- The festival’s grand opening at the War Museum restaurant
- Networking with veterans, bikers, representatives of civic organizations, foundations, and the local community
- The festival grounds with photo zones, a fair, and a motorcycle exhibition
- Light snacks during the opening
- Watching the motorcycle show and meeting participants of the historic motorcycle ride
- The opportunity to participate in a charity raffle
- An evening rock concert featuring:
* Pop/Rock Avenue
* Special festival guests
* The evening’s headliner—the lead singer of the legendary band Grandma’s Smuzi
- An unforgettable atmosphere of unity, music, and support for veterans
2. RIDER’S PASS
Special package for motorcyclists - €30
(50% discount for members of the motorcycle community)
The package includes:
- Everything included in the HEROES EXPERIENCE PASS
- Participation in a historic motorcycle ride along the scenic roads of North Holland
- A special route map designed by the Medemblik War Museum
- Visits to historic World War II sites
- A joint ride with veterans and the Dutch motorcycle community
3. ROCK & FREEDOM PASS
Evening concert package - €40
Starts at 5:00 PM
Your ticket includes:
- Admission to the festival’s main concert program
- Charity fair
- Opportunity to participate in a raffle
- Pop/Rock Avenue concert
- Headliner of the evening—the lead singer of the band Grandmas Smuzi
- A festive atmosphere, new connections, and memorable experiences
4. VETERAN PASS
Free
HeroCare International and the festival’s partners are proud to invite veterans to join the event as guests of honor.
The package includes full access to all festival activities.
Together, let’s support veterans and charitable projects.
