Outings and parties
in Ommen
In Ommen, outdoor space is rarely the problem. We build the programme around it.
Outdoors where possible
Ommen lies in the Vechtdal, which gives it something many other places don't have: with most enquiries, outdoor space isn't a problem. A garden, a yard, a sports field or a piece of land by a building is usually available. That changes what we suggest. Where in a town we often end up with something that fits indoors, here we can use concepts where the group really moves around and the terrain itself is part of the game. That works well for children's parties, and just as well for a family day with three generations taking part.
What we need here is power nearby and somewhere for people to shelter if the weather turns. Because outdoors is so often the first choice here, we discuss at the planning stage what we'll do in bad weather, so it's no longer a discussion on the day itself.
What works well here
- Programmes where the group moves around
- Activities spread over grounds or a yard
- Family days where young and old join in at the same time
How we deal with the weather
- What we do in bad weather is agreed in advance
- We bring equipment for both versions
- The decision is made on the morning itself
Not sure which concept suits you yet? Tell us what kind of group it is, and we'll make a suggestion.
Three formats that work well in Ommen
Tug of war
Pools by weight class, or mixed teams.
More about this →Highland games
Tree trunk throwing, weight throwing and tug of war in a series.
More about this →Soap football
Football on a soaped tarpaulin.
More about this →View all concepts if you're looking for something else.
Frequently asked questions
Can you really do it outdoors?
Yes, and in Ommen that's more often the first choice than elsewhere. If you don't want to depend on the weather, we'll choose a concept together that works indoors too.
How much space do you need?
That depends on the concept. Some programmes fit an ordinary garden, others want a field or a yard. Tell us in your enquiry what you have, and we'll choose something that fits it rather than the other way round.
Do you also do something for a mixed family group?
That's exactly what we're built for. We make one programme in which a seven-year-old and a seventy-year-old grandad both have a role, instead of a children's corner next to a terrace.
Tell us about your plans in Ommen
Whether you're a company or a private individual, we're happy to think along, with no obligation.