The International Beetle Weekend Budel is known as an event which knows no equal. "Budel" is a one of a kind event. Starting out as a small, intimate event to an event as it stands today: the weekend of all weekends. It has it all, thrills, atmosphere and entertainment. Everything which makes your aircooled heart beat a little bit faster. Once you experienced Budel, it grabs you forever. The atmosphere is made by all the visitors. Many are surprised about the relaxed atmosphere during those three days, knowing that we have an average of about 25,000 visitors each year! Visitors are coming from almost every Euro country and the United Kingdom naturally. The International Beetle Weekend is mainly focused on the Beetle, but also other aircooled Volkswagen cars are welcome. The whole aircooled Volkswagen family is represented, so also for the fans of the VW van, the Karmann Ghia and the buggy, there is plenty left to do, see and discover. Budel is three days of partying, but also great for just a one day outing. As of Friday afternoon, you will hear the familiar sounds of the aircooled engines. As of 13.00 hrs the campsite is open for business. Just to watch the arriving of the many guests is already a spectacular side to see. In the evening you can dance in the big tent or just have a drink and chat with other people. Saturday and Sunday there is an extensive program with something for everyone: the sprint, the show & shine, children's activities, a used car show, the tour, the large-scale market and more. It is up to you .. all we want is a "BEAUTIFUL BUDEL 2012!"

The event is alive, the activities are getting more and more spectacular and the entrance fee is still free. At least if you are a member of Kever Club Nederland and have a valid entrance ticket (= the addressee of Keverwereld no. 2 = 1 visitor per addressee). A camp spot is free as well if you are a member of Kever Club Nederland. A complete list of all entrance fees:>     Friday or Saturday or Sunday entrance exclusive campsite   free entrance       Saturday and Sunday entrance inclusive 1x night campsite (Saturdaynight) inclusive free showers (unlimited)   free entrance       Friday, Saturday and Sunday entrance inclusief 2x nights campsite (Fridaynight and Saturdaynight) inclusive free showers (unlimited)   free entrance

If you are not a member of Kever Club Nederland or if you forgot your free entrance ticket, you will have to buy an entrance ticket. Children till the age of 12 have free entrance  and free stay at the campsite. Security can ask for an ID in case of doubt about the age of your child. Fees per person:     Friday or Saturday or Sunday entrance exclusive campsite   € 10,00 p.p.       Saturday and Sunday entrance inclusive 1x night campsite (Saturdaynight) inclusive free showers (unlimited)   € 25,00 p.p.       Friday, Saturday and Sunday entrance inclusief 2x nights campsite (Fridaynight and Saturdaynight) inclusive free showers (unlimited)   € 30,00 p.p.   All visitors receive a wrist band. The organisation can request you for showing the band as part of our security.

Beautiful Budel is an event for aircooled Volkswagens. Therefore no other car brands or non-aircooled Volkswagens are allowed to park on the grounds.For those cars another area is indicated as parking space. The parking area for non-aircooled Volkswagens and other cars is open from 8:00 till 21:00 hrs. Parking fees for Beautiful Budel 2012 are as follows:     Aircooled Volkswagens and aircooled cars based on Volkswagen.   free         All other non-aircooled Volkswagens and other car brands.   € 1,00 per car     When you want to park your car on the campsite, please see below for the parking fees:     Aircooled Volkswagens and aircooled cars based on Volkswagen.   free         All other non-aircooled Volkswagens and other car brands.   € 20,00 per car weekendfee     Please note : The parking fee will be reimbursed to you when you park your car outside the campsite the same day. This is for all those people who just want to unload their car.

In the meantime you have put the dates 15, 16 and 17 of June 2012 in your calendar; now it is just a matter of how to get there! You can reach the Internationaal Keverweekend in Budel via motorway A2 Eindhoven - Weert, exit Budel (exit 37) From this exit the whole route to the grounds of Budel are indicated by signs along the road. Or justfollow the many Beetles and you will arrive safely as well! You can park your non-aircooled Volkswagen on one of the designated parking areas (walking distance) Just to be complete, below you can find the complete directions to Budel as of motorway A2 Eindhoven - Weert, exit37: At the viaduct, follow Budel (turn right) Follow this road in the direction of Budel (first turn left, then turn right). You will pass some barracks on your left side. After the barracks, turn right at the first crossing in the direction of Budel Centre. This is the Nieuwe Dijk. Follow the Nieuwe Dijk untill you reach a roundabout. At the roundabout go straight on into the direction of Budel Centre. Right after the roundabout (30 meters) turn right (Europalaan Noord). Follow this street untill you reach a big crossing with no traffic lights. From this crossing you are pointed into the right direction.

Below you can find the various times of the various activities during the International Beetle Weekend Budel:     13:00 hrs   Opening of the event     from 13:00 hrs   Continuous registration Tour, Sprint, Occasionshow & Soundcontest (as long as available)     21:00 - 01:00 hrs   Party Night         from 09:00 hrs   Continuous registration Tour, Sprint, Occasionshow, Vintage Show & Soundcontest (as long as available)     09:00 - 17:00 hrs   Buggy Cross     09:00 - 17:00 hrs   Parts Market     10:00 - 12:00 hrs   Engine inspection Sprint     10:00 - 17:00 hrs   Occasionshow     11:00 - 16:00 hrs   Childrenactivities     11:00 - 17:00 hrs   Vintage Show     12:00 - 15:30 hrs   Entertainment on the outdoor stage     13:00 - 15:00 hrs   Qualifying rounds Sprint     13:30 - 16:00 hrs   Car HiFi Soundcontest     16:30 - 17:00 hrs   Prize ceremony Car HiFi Soundcontest     17:00 - 19:00 hrs   Tour     21:00 - 01:00 hrs   Party Night         from 09:00 hrs   Continuous registration Sprint & Occasionshow (as long as available)     09:00 - 12:00 hrs   Registration Show & Shine     09:00 - 13:00 hrs   Line up Show & Shine     09:00 - 16:00 hrs   Parts Market     09:00 - 16:00 hrs   Occasionshow     09:00 - 17:00 hrs   Buggy Cross     10:00 - 12:00 hrs   Engine inspection Sprint     11:00 - 15:30 hrs   Childrenactivities     12:00 - 15:30 hrs   Entertainment on the outdoor stage     13:00 - 15:00 hrs   Qualifying rounds Sprint     13:30 - 15:00 hrs   Judge review Show & Shine     15:15 - 15:45 hrs   Finals Sprint     15:45 - 16:15 hrs   Prize ceremony Sprint     16:00 - 17:00 hrs   Prize ceremony Show & Shine     17:00 hrs   End of the event

At arrival you will receive a flyer with the full program of the whole weekend inclusive a map of the grounds. We advise you to watch the various signs to reach your desired activitiy. In case of emergency you can go to the first aid trailer. The trailer is indicated on the map. For partially disabled people there are parking places on the grounds. However, because the event is taking place on what normally is agricultural grounds, access can be relatively difficult. Pets are allowed, but you have to watch them yourselves and they should not bother other people. Please keep an eye on your pet at the various organised activities. For more information please visit the information stand. At night there will be guards to watch over your and our belongings. Do I have to register for the weekend upfront? You do not have to register upfront for visiting Budel or for the campsite. The organisation will make sure that there is room for every one. The grounds are open day and night, the campsite as of Friday afternoon 13:00 hrs. There is no electricity available on the (family) campsite. Only for those who rent a caravan. You do have to register upfront for the professional market. On the internetpage of the market, you can find more information about this registration. For the hobby market and trunk sale you do not have to register upfront,but please announce yourself at the information stand. During the International Beetle Weekend certain rules and regulations apply. These rules are there for all visitors. Please click here if you want to read or download all rules.