The 39th Annual English speaking AA Netherlands convention
1-2-3 August 2025
BOVENDONK Hofstraat 8 4741 AK, Hoeven
with Al-Anon participation & Dutch speaking AA meetings
Thanks to everyone who attended the convention and especially to the people who made it possible
To the newcomer
If you are new or have never been to a convention, we can connect you with a member with more experience in AA.
Sign up and we will contact you!
The shop is closed. Tickets (€ 20,00 for 3 days and free coffee) are now only available for purchase at the convention itself at the registration desk. Unfortunately, it is no longer possible to order food. ( We are blessed with the fantastic kitchen of Bovendonk. However, it operates with pre-booked arrangements offering a wide variety of dishes. So, it is not a restaurant in the traditional sense of the word. That is why the chef needs to plan everything two weeks in advance.)
Conferentiecentrum Bovendonk Hofstraat 8 4741 AK HOEVEN
Join our fabulous team as volunteer, service member or observer.
Do you want a service position, contribute by assisting in one of our groups or just see how it works? Contact us and you are welcome! Feel welcome to join our next convention-meeting.
Intergroup is providing this store and there will be a selection available.
FAQ
Can I order food packages during the convention?
Unfortunately it is not possible to order meals during the convention, SORRY DEADLINE FOR FOOD RESERVATION WAS JULY 16 TH
( We are blessed with the fantastic kitchen of Bovendonk. However, it operates with pre-booked arrangements offering a wide variety of dishes. So, it is not a restaurant in the traditional sense of the word. That is why the chef needs to plan everything two weeks in advance.)
Can I order a ticket and room in the shop?
THE SHOP IS CLOSED
Our shop offers a combination of hotel booking/foodpackeges requests and buying food packages, and convention entrance tickets. The convention team forwards the hotel booking requests to the conference centre on your behalf. The conference centre will then contact you to finalize the reservation. GO TO THE SHOP
What is Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) and what is a convention?
Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) is a fellowship of men and women who share their experience, strength, and hope with each other to solve their common problem—alcoholism—and to help others recover. The AA convention is a special gathering where AA members and interested individuals come together to celebrate recovery, learn from speakers and workshops, and find support in the fellowship.
Who is the convention for?
The convention is for anyone interested in recovery from alcoholism. This includes AA members, newcomers, family members, friends, and professionals who want to learn more about the program. Anyone who identifies with the problem or wants to learn more about AA is welcome.
What can I expect at the convention?
How is anonymity handled at the convention?
Anonymity is a key principle within AA. What you share at the convention stays within the group. We ask everyone to respect each other’s privacy and not share photos or names without permission.
Can I bring someone with me?
Yes, absolutely! You can bring a friend, family member, or anyone interested. There are also special sessions and speakers for family members and friends
How to get there
By car:
Parking
There is free parking for approximately 150 cars
DIRECTIONS BY CAR
Rotterdam-Roosendaal motorway (A17)
Exit 22, Oudenbosch. Oudenbosch exit. Drive down this road through Oudenbosch to Hoeven. At the roundabout, take the first exit. On your right, take the entrance to the Bovendonk park (Hofstraat 8) (after 200 mtr.)
Breda-Roosendaal/Vlissingen motorway (A58)
Exit 20, St. Willebrord. (Not Hoeven exit). Turn right towards Hoeven. At the 1st and 2nd roundabout, go straight ahead. After approximately 300 m. you will see the entrance to the Bovendonk Conference Centre park on your left.
By public transport:
By train to Breda and from there bus 311
A transport team consisting of volunteers has not yet been set up. As soon as this is operational we will mention it on the site.
Conferentiecentrum & Hotel Bovendonk
Hofstraat 8
4741 AK Hoeven
Telefoon: +31165507550
Charging electric cars
There are no charging stations for electric cars in the parking lots of the venue.
Parking a camper.
Unfortunately, this is not permitted by the municipality of Hoeven.
Allergies or specific food preferences
Do you have allergies or specific food preferences,
let us know.
I have a question that I don't see listed here
Please send us an email and we will answer as soon as possible. please contact us.
