December is the month of lights, coming together, and giving something special. And this year, that’s surprisingly easy: give Oerol as a gift. Something that moves, surprises, and offers a glimpse of the summer ahead. A little bit of the festival, right in the middle of winter.
Here you’ll find it all in one place: beloved Oerol items, unique surprises, and gifts that directly support the festival. From art for your home to something to wear, experience, or pass on. Easy to give, even more fun to receive.
Miniature of De Streken
A small artwork with a big story. This miniature of De Streken brings Marc van Vliet’s remarkable project into your living room. A unique gift for lovers of Oerol and Terschelling alike.
Festival wristband for Oerol 2026
A festival wristband unlocks Oerol 2026: from concerts and street theatre to art, celebration and quiet moments in the Terschelling landscape. Whether you surprise a newbie or a long-time visitor: everyone lights up. Buy it now at an extra-friendly price with a €15 discount.
Oerol Friends Voucher
Give someone access to the exclusive circle of Friends of Oerol: the people who help make the festival possible. With early presale, being the first to know what’s happening, and their own Friends wristband. Ideal for that one Oerol companion. Redeemable from spring 2026.
Oerol merchandise
Our Oerol merchandise instantly brings the festive festival feeling: sweaters, t-shirts, long sleeves, bandanas and of course the colourful socks. Warm, joyful gifts that you’ll love placing under the tree.
Give Oerol a gift
Want to surprise someone and support the festival at the same time? A donation contributes directly to making Oerol possible. Every contribution, big or small, helps us innovate, become more sustainable, and share the magic of Oerol with as many people as possible.
The Lonely Tree
When eight hectares of forest had to be cleared at Arjensduin in 2008, Oerol and Staatsbosbeheer decided to make this drastic moment visible. For three years, the changing landscape became part of an art project by Vesta Kroese.
First, installations were built from the felled wood. Then 26 trees from the forest edge were left standing: each one alone in the open field, like a group of strangers together marking the contours of the vanished forest. The following year, a silent walking path emerged from tree to tree, tracing the outline of the former forest edge. Finally, during a performance of the last post in 2010, the remaining edge trees were removed.
Benches were made from those last trees. A place to pause and reflect on what was, and what remains. One pine tree, however, stayed. It is now known as ‘the Lonely Tree’, an icon of the island.