Harderwijk honors decorated residents with special gathering ahead of award ceremony
Residents of Harderwijk and Hierden who have received royal or municipal honors are invited to a special event on April 24. Enjoy a lecture, music, and socializing with fellow awardees, hosted by Mayor Jeroen Joon at the Town Hall.
| Key Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Event Date | Friday, April 24, 2026 |
| Location | Town Hall, Harderwijk |
| Start Time | 2:30 PM (entry from 2:00 PM) |
| Registration Deadline | Thursday, April 16, 2026 |
| Contact for Registration | Email or call Marlon de Brouwer at 0341 41 19 11 (Wednesdays, Thursdays, Friday mornings) |
| Honors Eligible | Royal decoration, Medal of Honour, Honorary Badge, Harderwijk Badge, Youth Ribbon |
| Special Features | Lecture by Gert van Lunteren, music by Kunst na Arbeid |
| Host | Mayor Jeroen Joon |
The municipality of Harderwijk organizes this event to recognize and celebrate the contributions of decorated residents. Such gatherings foster community spirit and acknowledge the efforts of individuals who have been honored for their service or achievements.
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Special meeting for decorated residents of Harderwijk
Do you live in Harderwijk or Hierden and have you received a Royal decoration, Medal of Honour, Honorary Badge, Harderwijk Badge, or Youth Ribbon? Then the municipal council invites you to a special meeting.
The event will take place on the day of the ‘lintjesregen’ (award ceremony), Friday, April 24. Mayor Jeroen Joon will be delighted to welcome the decorated residents from 2:30 PM in the council chamber of the Town Hall (entry from 2:00 PM).
Lecture, music, and conviviality
Gert van Lunteren (board member of MFC’s) will deliver the Harderwijk lecture ‘Volunteering and positive health’ during the gathering. There will also be music performed by members of Kunst na Arbeid from Hierden. There will be ample opportunity for meeting and socializing. The gathering is a great occasion to pin on your decoration.
Register in advance
The Committee of Decorated Residents (Govert van der Boom, Matty Moggré, and Monique Zuijdwijk) asks decorated residents to register themselves and any accompanying partner no later than Thursday, April 16.
- Send an email to
- or call Marlon de Brouwer at 0341 41 19 11 (available on Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Friday mornings).