The streets of the Netherlands were painted orange as citizens joyously marked King Willem-Alexander’s birthday with vibrant street markets, canal festivities, and open-air markets. Amsterdam’s iconic canals were teeming with merry-makers, leading local authorities to advise revelers to seek alternative locations to avoid overcrowding. Amid the festivities, King Willem-Alexander took a moment to acknowledge the significance of the Pope’s funeral, which coincided with the Dutch celebrations. The colorful and lively celebrations captured the essence of the Dutch culture and the deep-rooted traditions of the royal family.