The Hague Scribbles
- Date: 27 April - 27 June
- Location:

Participate in the drawing contest
Everywhere in The Hague people are scribbling, Haags scribble. But what if your doodle soon becomes part of a work of art made for and by the city? Participate in Haagse Krabbels: the drawing competition in which you bring peace and justice to life.
Win 250 euros and your signature in The Hague
In addition to The Hague fame, you can win great prizes with your Hague scribble. There are different age categories and different prizes to win. The main prize is € 250. The winners are chosen by a professional jury. A large selection of the Hague scribbles will be processed into a work of art by and for The Hague. Read all here conditions from The Hague Scribbles.
For everyone in The Hague
Haagse Krabbels is a creative and accessible drawing competition for everyone in The Hague. From simple scribbles to real works of art - all drawing styles are welcome. What counts is your view on peace and justice. Participation is simple and can be done in various ways:
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Doodle online
Use case the online drawing tool and make your own Hague peace and justice scribble. You can participate anonymously or take part in the competition and leave your details. Choose your favorite line thickness, draw in the Hague colors and let your creativity run free! You can submit your scribble directly digitally.
Practical information
You can doodle online here!
- Deadline June 27
- Free
- All ages
Doodle on paper
Prefer old-fashioned doodling? That's also possible! Use a white A4 sheet or download and print the 'Haagse krabbels tekenvel'. Draw with a dark marker, pencil or fineliner, then your doodle will come into its own.
Practical information
Send your drawing to (no stamps needed!):
Antwoordnummer 1450, 2508 VB The Hague, attn. Bureau Citybranding.
- Deadline June 31
- Free
- All ages
Doodle in the city
At various times you will find digital screens in the city where you can participate directly. There are also Participation afternoons organized where you can learn all the tips and tricks about doodling. In addition, a winner of the day is chosen at each Participation afternoon. Participation in these workshops is for everyone and free of charge.
Locations
Exhibitions:
- May 6 to May 19: Atrium The Hague University of Applied Sciences*
- May 20 to May 30: Hall District Office Escamp*
- June 2 to June 20: Atrium City Hall*
Participatory afternoons:
- May 7 (14:00 PM - 18:00 PM): Sketch Foundation (Laak)
- May 14 (14:00 PM - 18:00 PM): Community Center De Mussen (Center)
- May 21 (14:00 PM - 18:00 PM): Bouwlust Community Center (Escamp)
- May 28 (14:00 PM - 18:00 PM): Youth Center 'T Plekkie (Leidschenveen)
- You can register at the relevant community center
- Free
- All ages
- During opening hours
Win 250 euros and your signature in The Hague
In addition to The Hague fame, you can win great prizes with your Hague scribble. There are different age categories and different prizes to win. The main prize is € 250. The winners are chosen by a professional jury. A large selection of the Hague scribbles will be processed into a work of art by and for The Hague. Read all terms and conditions of The Hague Scribbles here.
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