Pelagic Fest returns to Maastricht with The Ocean, The Kilimanjaro Darkjazz Ensemble and three full album performances on 28 and 29 August.
Pelagic Fest 2026 is a music festival in Maastricht featuring a diverse lineup.
Decibel Outdoor - Natures Rhythm is a major hardstyle festival at Beekse Bergen featuring over 150 artists, from headliners like Noisecontrollers and Brennan Heart to numerous other producers and DJs.
Vulcaan Live is a free concert evening in Oranjepark featuring Krezip, Fun Lovin' Criminals and Gruppo Sportivo.
Hit The City brings a full day of live music to Eindhoven with Jonna Fraser, Typhoon, Lambrini Girls and more acts at Ketelhuisplein.
Vulcaan LIVE brings Krezip, Fun Lovin' Criminals, Gruppo Sportivo and Jack in the Box to Zomerterras in Vlaardingen on Friday 28 August.
Below the Clouds is a music festival on 28 August at Natlab, Eindhoven.
Expeditie NEXT is the national science festival on the Lange Voorhout in Den Haag with over thirty hands-on activities for the whole family, including interactive court sessions for children.
Casual village gathering at Baarle's Cultural Centre where you can meet neighbours and explore the library's language programmes.
De Vrouwejaars brings together female artists for an alternative New Year's Eve show mixing stand-up, comedy, cabaret and music with fresh perspectives on the year ahead.
The Future Village Festival in Amersfoort brings together handcrafted art and live music, culminating in an unveiling and closing concert.
Pasar Maluku celebrates Moluccan culture with food, music and crafts at De Cacaofabriek. Free entry for all.
A travelling wine festival featuring tastings and wine-related activities at Spoorpark Tilburg.
Onder De Radar Festival 2026 brings an extensive line-up of national and international acts to Vliegbasis Twenthe in Enschede for a night of music and performances.
Festival de Fusie brings a diverse line-up of national and international artists to Archeologisch Park Matilo in Leiden.
De Etalage presents Style Warz Black Book, an event celebrating style and creativity at Dynamo.
De Bibliotheek Regio Eindhoven launches the cultural season with a weekend featuring meetings, creative activities and diverse programming.
An active summer adventure through Het Nationale Park De Hoge Veluwe where children explore art and nature via walking and cycling routes filled with challenges.
An international street food festival featuring foodtrucks from around the world, all gathered in one place for a day of culinary exploration.
Cycle through Putten with tastings at local restaurants and food producers showcasing regional specialities.
Zomerkasteel Helmond presents a diverse summer programme for all ages at the castle from July through August.
Craft Beer Festival Indoor showcasing specialty beers from Dutch breweries at De Cacaofabriek.
Dit Is Helmond LIVE! is a festival with live music and entertainment at De Cacaofabriek.
Onder de Radar is a festival at Vliegveld Twenthe in Enschede featuring music and cultural performances.
Friday daypass for the Breda International Film Festival with access to all cinema halls and festival ground activities.
RIPE merges an art exhibition with a launch party at Db55, featuring performances by Emma Champagne Queen, Heritage Listed, and Kirilski.
Ray Benjamin performs at DS party- en eventcenter in Culemborg.
Free daily activity programme for children up to 12 at Stadsstrand: crafts, sand sculpture building, sports, pizza baking and more.
Cultura Nova is a visual theatre festival in Heerlen featuring over 200 performances, concerts and exhibitions. The festival brings together international theatre companies and regional makers for audiences of all ages.
BruBo is an open-air festival in Brunssum starting on 28 August at 16:00.
Brouwerij HOOP celebrates its tenth anniversary with the inaugural Zaandijk Festival, a day of beer and celebration in Zaandijk.
ALLE GROND is an interdisciplinary performing arts festival on Brienenoord featuring shared meals and performances. Day 2 starts at 18:00 with theatre, dance and music.
Yvon Jaspers officially opens Vink Fruitboerderij's pick-your-own orchard. Visitors can stroll through the fruit trees and pick fresh apples.
Ontzet Festival brings a diverse line-up including Tieleman², Eileen, Roos Reijmers and more artists to Groningen's Bamboo Lodge.
Vroeg Pieken hosts a summer event in Rembrandtpark in Leiden on Friday afternoon.
Superstijl takes the stage at Groningen's Relief, a festival celebrating the city's liberation in 1594.
Vroegzat is an outdoor party on Van Reekumplein in Apeldoorn with music and drinks until the early hours.
Sounds Like Juggling presents a try-out of the INVITES festival featuring creators Arthur Wagenaar and Guido van Hout.
Daily summer activities for children at this Vlaardingen venue: crafts, rowing boats, campfires with marshmallows, treasure hunts and pétanque.
Live performances on two August Saturdays at the Peelpodium outdoor stage in Ospel.
A summer festival in Ede celebrating global culture, music, workshops and cuisine in one vibrant gathering.
Indonesian Moluccan festival featuring music and dance performances by The Rocking Indo Train, Balinese dance group Edi, Diamond Dancers and John Russell jr.
Rock Am Esch is a music festival in Tubbergen featuring live rock performances.
A culinary event at Zevenhuizer Plas featuring food, drinks, and outdoor dining in a relaxed atmosphere.
An outdoor festival in Maasland featuring music and entertainment for all ages on 28 August.
City festival in Amersfoort featuring music, culture and activities for the whole family.
Summer festival in De Pollen featuring music, activities and entertainment for all ages.
A summer festival in Boxmeer with live music and entertainment on the Weijerplein.
KIP - Art in Park gathers artists and creative activities together at Slotpark in Oosterhout.
A nighttime activity at the Bezoekerscentrum Gooi en Vechtstreek where you can watch bats in their natural habitat.
Arthouse United-C opens its doors with a celebration of art and culture in Eindhoven.
A neighbourhood camping event where local residents gather to meet and participate in shared activities together.
Into The Great Wide Open is a festival on the island of Vlieland featuring music and cultural performances for all.
A culinary festival in Haarlem featuring local cuisine and live music performances.
Terrastheater returns to Kielzog with a new season of performances on the café terrace.
Three-day festival featuring live music, food and activities celebrating Amersfoort's rich history.
Learn outdoor painting techniques in Vlaardingen's city centre during this month-long open-air studio festival, with professional guidance on the final weekend and an exhibition of all works.
IVN Mierlo celebrates 50 years of nature education. On Sunday, September 6, visitors of all ages can explore the various activities in the IVN garden.
Live music meets wine tasting at this evening of entertainment and viticulture.
Hofstad Meets Hanzestad is an event in Zwolle on 28 August 2026 at the Koelwaterhal.
A one-time pop-up event at the Koelwaterhal in Zwolle on 28 August 2026, starting at 11:00.
Photo contest inviting you to capture celebration in a three-image series - from festivals to intimate moments with loved ones. Free workshops, exhibition, and online publication.
Follow a medieval pilgrim's route through the fortified city of Zutphen, passing city gates, fortification walls and historic buildings.
A 24-hour Solex racing festival with continuous action from Thursday evening through Friday morning.
A summer festival by the water in Utrecht featuring music, food, and drinks.
Four-day festival in Den Oever's harbour celebrating flowers, fish, and maritime heritage. A gathering for nature and fishing enthusiasts.
Metallicamp 2026 is a metal festival taking place at Cafe Calluna in Ommen on 28 August.
Combo ticket for Vulcaan LIVE (28 August) and Discoterras (29 August) in Vlaardingen. Access for 16+ on Saturday, all ages on Friday. Tickets from € 45 plus service fee.
Multi-day exhibitions and festivals still on today.
A festive evening of bock beer, top comedians, cartoons and sing-along fun at KWOKtoberfest in Amersfoort.
Eight classical concerts at Dorpskerk Voorschoten from March to November 2026, featuring soloists and ensembles from the Royal Concertgebouw Orchestra and other renowned musicians.
A series of eight classical concerts at Dorpskerk Voorschoten from March to November 2026, featuring soloists and ensembles of international standing.
Passe-Partout is a classical concert series at Dorpskerk Voorschoten featuring six performances by pianists, cellists and chamber ensembles throughout the year.
Pelagic Festival 2026 takes place at Muziekgieterij in Maastricht on 27 August 2026.
Cycle through the Gelderse Vallei's historic landscapes and enjoy a five-course culinary journey from coffee to dessert.
The library runs summer children's activities featuring a puzzle trail and creative workshops as part of its Summer Reading programme.
Illustration festival with open-air gallery, graphic art, workshops and live drawing. Free entry for all ages.
Every Sunday, Wereldmuseum Amsterdam hosts a celebration featuring music, dance, and culture from around the world.
The Binnendieze boat tour in 's-Hertogenbosch marks four decades with a special anniversary year.
The library in Baarle-Nassau/-Hertog runs summer holiday activities for children, featuring a puzzle trail and other reading-themed games.
Summer Nights at Paleis Het Loo offers themed evenings with live music, DJ sets, and outdoor cinema throughout the season.
The National Museum of Antiquities runs a dedicated summer holiday programme with activities for children.
Museum De Lakenhal offers children workshops and interactive activities during the summer holidays.
Wereldmuseum Leiden offers children workshops and discovery activities throughout the summer holidays.
Rijksmuseum Boerhaave presents a summer holiday programme for children featuring hands-on activities and explorations of the museum's collections.
Bibliotheek Eindhoven invites you to a summer season filled with books, reading and leisure.
A relaxed summer picnic at the historic Fort Nieuwersluis featuring food, drinks and waterside views.
The Kasteel Kunst Club hosts exhibitions, performances and cultural events at the historic Kasteel Amerongen.
A flower festival showcasing the historic gardens of Kasteel-Museum Sypesteyn at their peak bloom.
The Honig Breethuis in Zaandijk opens its doors free during Open Monumentendag on 12 and 13 September, celebrating resilient heritage.
Scouting Veendam celebrates a century of history, tracing its roots back to 1926 when the movement first began in the town.
Communal dining at Landgoed Kraaybeekerhof where you share seasonal vegetables from the estate's garden with fellow guests.
Music festival with live performances at the Bostheater, nestled in the natural surroundings of the Amsterdamse Bos.
A multi-genre electronic music festival featuring techno and art installations at Amersfoort's open-air theatre.
September Me Festival showcases over 20 concerts and performances by female artists and musicians at Flint in Amersfoort.
September brings guided tours, lectures, concerts and classical outdoor games at Kasteel de Haar, with the castle and gardens as backdrop.
BUTFF 2026 is a film festival in Breda with the theme 'Passepartout', featuring screenings across three venues: Nieuwe Veste, Chassé Cinema, and Filmhuis Breda.
Become an Amigo of the Zomerterras and support the festival with a donation. You receive a festival wristband, free toilet access and early access to friends' prices for Vulcaan LIVE and Discoterras.
Free activities for children during summer holidays in Nuenen, with opportunities to try new things and play.
A-Jay's Spetterpret brings water surprises to Almere Jungle with over ten interactive buttons that activate fountains, mist, and music throughout the park.
A unique festival blending cycling through 't Roegwold's countryside with classical music performances and heritage sites.
Holiday activities for children and adults in Leidschendam-Noord, organized by the local library as part of the Doe Mee! Weeks initiative.
A celebration day for people with intellectual disabilities and their caregivers, featuring activities and community spirit in Wekerom.
Summer festival at Nirwana in Lierop with music and entertainment from afternoon into the evening.
Historic buildings and heritage sites across Doorn open to visitors for a day of cultural discovery.
Annual harvest festival in the courtyard of Doorwerth Castle, featuring stalls and a growing number of visitors.
A city festival featuring live music and activities at 18 Septemberplein in Amsterdam.
IJsselstein offers outdoor activities for summer: combine a walk with a boat tour or end your cycling trip at a terrace.
Four days of cycling routes around Rhenen with changing landscapes, attractions, and rest stops.
Visit the Aeolus mill in Farmsum during Open Monumentendag and watch the sails turn as the milling machinery operates.
The former Mennonite Church in Wormerveer opens its doors for Monument Day 2026, an annual opportunity to explore historic buildings.
Explore the clock towers of the Zaanstreek region by bike on Open Monuments Day. Visit Museum Zaanse Tijd and see inside these historic structures.
Open Monuments Day in Wehe-den Hoorn: guided tours and creative workshops in the Bonifatiuskerk and Kunstcentrum De Ploeg.
IJsselstein celebrates a month-long culture festival with performances, concerts, exhibitions, workshops and open studios for all ages.
Annual operating day of the historic Putter Steam Pumping Station, where visitors can watch the machinery in action and get a close-up view of this engineering landmark.
An annual art route through Natuurpark Lelystad, where artists have been showcasing their work for over two decades.
A three-day festival at Theater vanBeresteyn featuring the launch of the new theatre season and various activities.
A pop-up summer restaurant on an organic farm where a different chef cooks over open fire with local ingredients each weekend.
CuliNesse 2026 is a culinary event in Rotterdam featuring diverse gastronomic experiences and flavours.
Jazz festival in The Hague featuring live music along the canals.
Hit The City 2026 is an event taking place in Eindhoven on 27 August.
