Heusden-Zolder (Brussels Morning Newspaper) – The 24 Hours of Zolder parade in Heusden-Zolder showcased modern and classic race cars, included a children’s buggy activity, and attracted fans like Gunter Houbrechts, Bram, Andries, and visiting families.
As VRT News reported, the cars that will compete in the 24 Hours of Zolder drove through the centre of Heusden-Zolder, in the province of Limburg, Belgium, before the race weekend as tradition. Many people lined the streets to see the parade and cars up close.
Today, August 27, 2025, the teams stopped their preparations to allow the fans this opportunity. Fans could see every detail of the cars. The parade included both modern race cars and classic models.
What happened at the 24 Hours of Zolder parade and kids’ racing?
Among the fans was Gunter Houbrechts from Nieuwerkerken. He said the parade is the only time people can get so close to the cars.
“You don’t get this close during the race weekend itself, but you can here,”
he said. Houbrechts said,
“Even for those who can’t attend the race, this is a great event. The Porsches are special to me. The lines, the shape, and the sound make them stand out above all the other cars. Fantastic!”
Bram and Andries are also big Porsche fans.
“We’re trying to collect as many autographs and posters as possible to hang in our rooms. We don’t know yet if we’ll be watching the race, but we’d love for the ‘purple Porsche’ to win,”
they say.
For Noah and Eden, the grandchildren of Bea Billen, the brand of the cars did not matter.
“As long as they’re blue or red,”
Bea Billen said.
“They think that’s ‘chic.’”
This was the first time she visited the event with her daughter and grandchildren. The children were excited as they moved through the car parade.
“They seem to really enjoy it. I also enjoy walking around here,”
she added.
A new feature this year allowed children to take part in a hands-on racing experience. 40 Heusden-Zolder children were the winners of a local competition, and driving off-road buggies on a grassy trail next to some race cars was their prize. They were able to steer, speed up and slow down while racing off-road buggies across a racing course.
“Steering, accelerating, and braking—it wasn’t difficult,”
said Daan, one of the participants.
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9 responses to “Zolder Parade’s 24 Hours Returns to Holdenplein”
Who knew that watching a parade of cars could be the highlight of a weekend? I mean, kids racing buggies sounds thrilling, but I reckon I’d rather watch paint dry on the Nürburgring. 🚗💨
Oh, because nothing says “family fun” quite like a parade of cars that could outrun your taxi fare—hope the kids are ready for the thrill of buggies while the real stars just glide by! 🚗💨
Just what we needed, a parade of cars that won’t drive themselves to the finish line—brilliant! At least the kids got to play with their off-road buggies; perhaps they’ll show the grown-ups how it’s done next time. 🚗💨
What a splendid way to spend a weekend, watching modern marvels and classic beauties parade by—because nothing screams “family bonding” like racing cars and off-road buggies, right? 🚗💨 Just what every kid dreams of: a hands-on lesson in speed before they even learn to ride a bicycle! 😂
Who knew watching cars go vroom in circles could be the highlight of your summer? Must be the “chic” blue and red buggies that really rev everyone’s engines! 🚗💨
Oh, splendid! Nothing screams “high-octane excitement” like a parade of cars that you’ll never get to see this close again—unless you fancy a pit stop at the local garage. 🚗💨 Honestly, I can’t wait for the next thrilling chapter of “watching kids race buggies while I sip my coffee.”
So, we’ve got a parade of posh motors and kids zooming in buggies—who needs a Formula 1 ticket when you can enjoy the thrill of a Sunday stroll in Heusden-Zolder? 🚗💨 Can’t wait for the sequel: “24 Hours of Standing in Line for Autographs”! 😂
Just when you thought the excitement of watching cars go round in circles couldn’t get any more thrilling, they decide to let kids drive buggies too. Can’t wait for the next edition where we might see grandmas racing their mobility scooters! 🚗💨
Can’t wait for the next parade; nothing screams “European sophistication” quite like racing cars and children’s buggies sharing the same track! 🚗💨 Seems like the perfect recipe for a thrilling afternoon of chaos and nostalgia.
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