
National Organ Day and Open Monuments Day 2026
Organ concerts by Hannes Minnaar and Aart Bergwerff featuring Santiago Cimadevilla on bandoneon, carillon performances, and free access to the historic church.

Organ concerts by Hannes Minnaar and Aart Bergwerff featuring Santiago Cimadevilla on bandoneon, carillon performances, and free access to the historic church.

Anime fans gather for a day of tournaments, cosplay and live performances in Almere.

Casual Pokémon card game meetup at the library for players of all levels. Bring your deck and play against fellow trainers.

A family show about two curious cats sneaking through an art museum. For children from age 2 onwards.

A try-out of the theatre piece 'History of an Accident', where a single phone call transforms everything and the human need for connection takes centre stage.

The inaugural Oostvaarders Wine Festival brings wines and appetizers to the Oostvaardersplassen, one of the Netherlands' largest nature reserves.

Children's activities including crafts, face painting and performances at the Esplanade during Challenge Almere-Amsterdam.

Cinekid screens the classic Abeltje, a playful family film about a boy who starts work as a lift operator in a department store.

NPKA presents the performance Beyond the Borders with Ekaterina Levental and Frank Peters in Almere.

Rising Above brings a gospel afternoon of singing and spiritual music to Café op 2.

Cover band Midnight Confession performs popular hits at Café op 2.

Free health screening for blood pressure, cholesterol and blood sugar with personalised advice for heart health.

Design and make your own patch with various fabrics and colours, then personalize your clothes or bag. A creative workshop for young people aged 15 and up.

A writing café for participants in National Writing Month, where writers meet and support each other while working on their first book.

DBDK brings poets, performers and musicians into direct dialogue with the artworks, adding a new dimension to the exhibition.

Author Nancy Bosmans reads from her children's book about Almere, followed by a dance workshop where young audiences explore the city's cultural mix.

Join the Almere Dictation, a spelling competition that goes beyond just correct letters and hyphens.

Exhibition celebrating eight designers who shaped Almere, presented as part of the city's 50th anniversary.

Creative workshops in tufting, mosaics, ceramics and punch needling for all ages, available for individuals or groups.

Monthly drawing workshop for children aged 6 and up, exploring different themes with various drawing materials.

Solanne Thodé presents her children's book "I Am" with a reading and colorful illustrations.

A creative play space for young children where experimentation and play take centre stage, with no pressure to make anything perfect.

An escape-route adventure through the Nieuw Land nature area at the Oostvaardersplassen, bookable via Natuurbelevingcentrum de Oostvaarders.
Multi-day exhibitions and festivals still on today.

3JS performs their distinctive Dutch-language narrative folk with guitar and vocals. An evening featuring the songs that have defined the band since their 2007 breakthrough.

The world-famous musical CATS brings dance, song and music to Almere in a production that has delighted audiences for decades.

Stand-up comedian Nabil Aoulad Ayad returns to the stage after a period away.

Najib and Roué share intimate conversations on stage, the kind they would have with or without an audience.

Human Eran and machine Eva explore virtual friendship in a hybrid performance blending theatre and stand-up comedy.

A Friday night combining live music, games, karaoke and DJs at Kunstlinie Almere.

A theatre and dance performance exploring drugs in society through the perspectives of four characters - a dealer, parent, customs officer and user.

BRO'S is a theatre show full of unexpected turns, awkward silences, and surprising comedy.

Four acrobats find themselves on a rubbish heap full of discarded items in this acrobatic family theatre show for children aged 5 to 12.

Dutch progressive rock pioneers Focus have been proving for over five decades that their genre remains vital and energetic.

KASBA fuses North African rhythms with rock, reggae and funk for an energetic live show.

Paolo Sorrentino's latest film La Grazia reunites the director of The Great Beauty with actor Toni Servillo in the lead.

A-Jay's Spetterpret brings water surprises to Almere Jungle with over ten interactive buttons that activate fountains, mist, and music throughout the park.

Theatrical spectacle by Vis à Vis exploring the resilience of a fairground family and how history and memory continue to evolve.

An exhibition by interdisciplinary artist Jet Leopold, exploring the relationship between personal and shared human experience.

Reinier Gadellaa presents works from his collection exploring sea and coastal themes: islands, landscapes and summer scenes in watercolour, oil and prints.

Monthly drawing workshop for children aged 6 and up with rotating themes and a variety of drawing materials.

A welcoming space for parents and babies to connect over refreshments while children play with soft toys and books.

Monthly drawing workshop for children aged 6 and up with rotating themes and a variety of drawing materials.

Guided photo safari through the Oostvaardersplassen with access to normally restricted areas, designed for nature photographers.

An intimate three-course dinner for up to 16 guests at one table at OSTRWLDR, with a glass of wine included.

A guided writing session where you set goals, write with focus, and reflect on your progress. Open to anyone working on a book, essay, thesis, or other writing project.

This museum house reveals how Almere's earliest residents set up their homes and lives in the newly built city during the 1970s.

A monthly philosophical discussion evening led by philosopher Ana Wissa, where participants explore diverse philosophical themes together.

An extended story time session for toddlers and preschoolers featuring seasonal tales, singing, crafts, and games.

Weekly free drawing and painting classes for children aged 7 to 14 at Luna Nguyen Atelier, no experience required.

Guided ecokar tour through the Oostvaardersplassen wetland with a Staatsbosbeheer guide, spotting wildlife and learning about the area's unique ecosystem.

A family-friendly afternoon at De Nieuwe Bibliotheek with guided tours and information about activities for families.

An exhibition of painter Salvano, whose work draws inspiration from Herman Brood and explores universal themes of love and friendship.

Drawing and painting classes for children aged 7-14 at LNA in Almere, Tuesday to Saturday. Kids learn to work with various materials and develop their artistic skills and creativity.

Creative Dutch language course for children aged 7-14 at LNA, using stories, games and art to develop speaking skills and confidence.

A beginner-friendly drawing and painting course for adults covering proportion, perspective, light, shadow, composition and texture.

Weekly English lessons for children aged 7 to 14 at LNA, building speaking, listening, reading and writing skills through stories and games.

A fashion illustration course for ages 11-16 at LNA where young artists develop their drawing skills and create their own fashion portfolio.

A weekly debate programme covering current affairs, politics, culture and social issues in Almere and the wider region.

Digital drawing workshop for children aged 9-14 using Procreate on iPad, led by Luna Nguyen Atelier.

A three-part writing course for intermediate writers looking to refine their craft and develop their storytelling abilities.

An interactive outdoor adventure in the Almeerderhout forest where you solve puzzles and crack codes to prevent a catastrophic storm.

Life drawing evening at Luna Nguyen Atelier in Almere with a nude model and varying poses, open to beginners and experienced artists aged 18+.

A cosy reading session for toddlers and young children featuring stories, singing, crafting, and games.

A casual board games afternoon at the library where you play with others. Bring your own game or join a game in progress.

A story time party for toddlers and young children featuring seasonal tales, singing, and craft activities at the library.

A story time party for toddlers and preschoolers featuring seasonal tales, singing, and craft activities.

A meeting place for parents of babies and toddlers at BiebPunt Molenbuurt, where you can share experiences over coffee or tea.

Creative craft session for children aged 3 and up, with a different project each time - cutting, gluing and building.

A creative play space for young children where experimentation and play take centre stage, with no pressure to make anything perfect.