An up close look at how the Dutch royal family celebrated King's Day 2016

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April 27, 2016
Queen Máxima in pink, Willem-Alexander in blue, and their daughters pose for a photo.
It was a celebration fit for a king! King Willem-Alexander of the Netherlands celebrated King's Day on April 27 alongside members of the Dutch royal family. For his 49th birthday festivities, the monarch was joined by his wife Queen Maxima and three daughters (Princess Ariane, Alexia and Crown Princess Catharina-Amalia).Photo: Getty Images
A woman in a black coat kicks a large soccer ball held by a young boy. Two men in black jackets stand nearby.
Bend it like Beckham! Crown Princess Catharina-Amalia showed off her soccer skills on the field during her dad's celebration.Photo: Getty Images
Two cyclists in blue suits pull carts past seated audience including Willem-Alexander and Máxima of the Netherlands.
The Dutch royal family kept warm with blankets as they enjoyed a performance on King's Day.Photo: Getty Images
Queen Máxima of the Netherlands stands with three young girls, smiling for a photo at an outdoor event.
Queen Maxima of the Netherlands shared a sweet moment with her daughters Princesses Alexia, Ariane and Crown Princess Catharina-Amalia.Photo: Getty Images
Princess Laurentien kneels, holding flowers, greeting two children with flags.
The King's sister-in-law, Princess Laurentien, chatted with young children who were out celebrating Willem-Alexander's birthday.Photo: Getty Images
King Willem-Alexander of the Netherlands, in a blue suit, holds a gift while greeting a crowd.
While walking through the streets of Zwolle, King Willem-Alexander received a birthday present from a reveler observing his day.Photo: Getty Images
Queen Máxima of the Netherlands in a pink suit, holding a bouquet, smiling and adjusting her hat.
Queen Maxima was pretty in pink for her husband's birthday celebrations.Photo: Getty Images
King Willem-Alexander, Queen Máxima, and their daughters stand with other people at an event.
The monarchs and their daughters were all smiles toasting the royal's 49th birthday.Photo: Getty Images
Prince Constantijn of the Netherlands in a suit, playing a game with a soccer ball on a green field.
Prince Constantijn of the Netherlands didn't let the birthday boy have all the fun. The 46-year-old enjoyed playing with a soccer ball on his brother's day.Photo: Getty Images
Group of people on red carpet with a woman holding a ball.
Princess Marilène of Orange-Nassau gave Kate Middleton a run for her money proving she can play sports just as easily as the Duchess of Cambridge while wearing heels.Photo: Getty Images
King Willem-Alexander of the Netherlands, in a blue suit and yellow tie, is surrounded by a crowd, smiling and interacting with children.
The people's king. Willem-Alexander was warmly received by his subjects out in Zwolle, Netherlands for his special day.Photo: Getty Images
Group on orange boat includes Willem-Alexander waving, formal attire, and family members. Crowd watches from barriers.
The royal family took the birthday celebrations from land to water, embarking on a boat trip on the city’s canal.Photo: Twitter.com/koninklijkhuis
Princess Ariane of the Netherlands stands with family, smiling, in an outdoor setting.
The Dutch king stole a birthday kiss from his oldest daughter Crown Princess Catharina-Amalia.Photo: Getty Images
A smiling man and woman stand together, he in a blue suit, she in a gray coat holding flowers.
Princess Anita and Prince Pieter Christiaan of the Netherlands were among extended royal family members who stepped out for the King's Day celebrations.Photo: Getty Images
Princess Ariane of the Netherlands, wearing a red jacket and floral skirt, holds flowers and claps.
The Dutch King's youngest daughter, Princess Ariane, appeared fascinated by a pink flower, while out celebrating her father's 49th birthday.Photo: Getty Images
A young woman with long blonde hair holds a spray can, smiling with braces.
Crown Princess Catharina-Amalia sprayed graffiti on a wall as her parents, Queen Maxima and King Willem-Alexander looked on.Photo: Getty Images
Group of people around a grand piano, including Prince Constantijn and Princess Laurentien of the Netherlands.
Sing them the song of the piano man. Princess Laurentien, Prince Constantijn, Prince Floris, Princess Marilene and Prince Maurits of the Netherlands watch a demonstration by a piano player, while walking around Zwolle on King's Day.Photo: Getty Images
Queen Máxima in pink suit and hat eating, with Willem-Alexander and Princess Ariane beside her.
A birthday party calls for treats. Queen Maxima snacked on a dessert, while watching a performance in her husband's honor.Photo: Getty Images
Two young girls play with a ball; one wears a denim jacket, the other a gray coat. A woman in a pink dress with a floral arrangement stands nearby.
Play ball! Sisters Princess Alexia and Princess Ariane played with a basketball during their dad's birthday festivities.Photo: Getty Images
Willem-Alexander of the Netherlands smiling with two young cyclists at an event.
A lucky event goer commemorated King's Day with the birthday boy himself, King Willem-Alexander.Photo: Getty Images
Woman in orange jacket and black pants holds hand of child in orange jacket.
Dutch model Doutzen Kroes partook in King's Day festivities with her son Phyllon Joy Gorré to support her husband, Sunnery James, who was deejaying celebrations in honor of the King.Photo: Instagram.com/doutzen
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