Saturday, May 2, 2009

Queens Day

The Dutch Queens birthday is celebrated April 30 (even though she was actually born in January).  On the Queens birthday people can sell stuff on the street.  It's like a huge rummage sale.  The night before is called Queens Night.  It's a city-wide party complete with rides:


On Queen's day almost everyone is dressed in orange.  Here are some pictures of the crowds in amsterdam:

  

One of the Dutch radio stations sponsored a free concert.  There were lots of musical acts throughout the city.

 
People try to make some money anyway they can.  Some people sell their unwanted stuff (or junk), other people teach their kids to play the violin, and yet others let other people throw eggs at them.
     
And after walking around all day, it's time for some sate:

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