On Thursday, King Willem-Alexander celebrated his 56th birthday! Koningsdag is usually celebrated in a Dutch city and this year it was in Rotterdam. The day also marked the 10th year anniversary of King Willem-Alexander’s reign.

The day of celebration started in the Afrikaanderwijk where the Royal Family was welcomed by the Mayor. They visited a market before watching a carnival parade, in which the many Rotterdam cultures and nationalities were showcased.

Afterward, they traveled from Rotterdam South toward the center in a typical Rotterdam water taxi.

There, the Dutch Royal Family walked towards the Blaak where a big street party was taking place. The family greeted the crowds and took part in several sports activities.

The day ended on the Binnenrotte with performances by Lee Towers, Davina Michelle, and Ronnie Flex. King Willem-Alexander said: “It meant a lot to me that I could celebrate my birthday and ten years of Kingship with you today with my family in this very special city. Many thanks for that!”

Queen Maxima wore a Natan Couture outfit with Natan shoes and a Marina Raphael bag. She paired the outfit with a Fabienne Delvigne hat and her Scully & Scully earrings. Green and white are the colors of Rotterdam.

Princess Catharina-Amalia wore a Marina Rinaldi suit (with thanks to ModeKoninginMaxima) with her Gianvito Rossi pumps and her Jacquemus bag.

Princess Ariane wore a Max&Co suit (with thanks to ModeKoninginMaxima) with Natan pumps which belong to her mother.

Princess Laurentien wore an Etro suit with a Luisa Cerano blouse (with thanks to ModeKoninginMaxima) and her Essentiel Antwerp sandals.