American blues rock guitarist Walter Trout performs an evening of guitar solos, personal stories, and raw blues rock in Maastricht.
Dutch rock band Van Dik Hout performs their classic hits at Muziekgieterij.
Rolf Sanchez performs his Club Tour in Maastricht with new music and Latin rhythms.
Dutch pop singer Davina Michelle performs in Maastricht as part of her Aterparty Tour.
André Rieu brings a winter concert to his native Maastricht at the MECC.
Multidisciplinary artist Janne Schra performs in Maastricht.
British soul and jazz vocalist Myles Sanko takes the stage at Muziekgieterij.
The Dirty Daddies perform a live show full of hits at Muziekgieterij in Maastricht.
Flemming brings Dutch-language pop to an intimate venue. An evening of recognizable songs in a cosy setting.
André Rieu and his Johann Strauss Orchestra perform each summer at Het Vrijthof in Maastricht, the conductor's birthplace.
Indie pop band RONDÉ takes the stage at Muziekgieterij in Maastricht.
The Voice of Holland winner Ruben Hillen takes the stage in Maastricht.
Mosa Jazz Collective celebrates the release of new material with an evening of jazz and Limburgian musical heritage in Maastricht.
Philzuid presents two classical masterworks: Elgar's Cello Concerto and Stravinsky's Firebird at Theater aan het Vrijthof.
A culinary day in Maastricht where you taste local dishes, cook together, and exchange stories about tradition and connection.
Gotu Jim takes the stage at Muziekgieterij in Maastricht.
Pianist Wibi Soerjadi marks 45 years in music with a special concert of classical piano works, career highlights, and film scores.
Philzuid performs Ravel's iconic Piano Concerto for the Left Hand, a masterpiece of orchestral music.
Philzuid performs Debussy's La Mer alongside works by Rautavaara in this classical concert at Theater aan het Vrijthof.
Het Nationale Ballet presents SCALA, a platform where classical dance merges with emerging talent and diverse choreographic styles.
MEAU presents an intimate theater show featuring dreamy pop, hits and new songs.
Opera Rebels presents a contemporary family version of Hansel and Gretel, filled with music, adventure and fantasy for children and adults alike.
A musical cabaret show by Yentl en de Boer blending comedy, wit, and keen observations on everyday life.
The National Ballet of North Macedonia performs the classic Christmas ballet The Nutcracker with dance and music.
Introdans reimagines the classic Swan Lake with contemporary flair, blending humour and imagination to Tchaikovsky's iconic score.
Intro in Situ hosts two turntable artists - Institut für Feinmotorik and SERENA - performing raw noise, industrial techno and glitch.
The Maastricht theatre company 't Mestreechs Volleks Tejater stages a local adaptation of the musical Annie at Theater aan het Vrijthof.
A programme dedicated to choreographer Hans van Manen, featuring performances, stories and discussions about his influence on the dance world.
Benjamin Millepied presents an intimate, poetic dance performance celebrating the artistry of French singer Barbara.
Recirquel blends circus and dance in Paradisum, a performance featuring six artists bringing strength and imagination to the stage.
NDT 2 showcases contemporary dance works by three acclaimed choreographers: Kylián, Goecke and Soulier.
TEFAF gathers 260 leading art dealers from 20 countries in Maastricht, showcasing works from over 7,000 years of art history.
Five choirs from Limburg, Belgium and Ukraine perform together in the St. Janskerk in Maastricht.
Annual winter festival on Maastricht's Vrijthof square, bringing festive cheer and holiday atmosphere to the city centre.
Philzuid presents a Christmas programme with live music and classic carols at Opus 9, perfect for families.
A tango celebration on Het Vrijthof featuring performances and workshops by local Maastricht dance groups.
Night of Freestyle brings stunts, flips, fireworks and lasers to MECC Maastricht.
An adventurous dinosaur show for the whole family at MECC Maastricht, suitable for all ages.
The Mega Sint Show brings music, humor and Saint Nicholas fun for the whole family to MECC Maastricht.
Belgian musician Marnix De Cat performs at Zusters onder de bogen in Maastricht.
Big Bike Film Night showcases cycling films and documentaries featuring breathtaking landscapes, personal stories and adventures from around the globe.
The Diamond Baritones perform their show Wonderland at Theater aan het Vrijthof in Maastricht, a festive performance ahead of the holidays.
Holiday on Ice presents Cinema of Dreams in Maastricht: a spectacular ice show with choreography, acrobatics and illusions.
Three Limburg choreographers showcase their distinct styles and movement languages in Sint-Janskerk during Limburgse Lente.
Exhibition of original puppets and archival materials from Pieke Dassen, Maastricht's celebrated puppet theatre artist, at the Dinghuis.
A showcase where traditional fairy tales encounter modern art, craftsmanship, and technology at the University Library Maastricht.
A selection of drawings, watercolours and illustrations by Maastricht artist Angela de Vrede on display at Boekhandel Dominicanen.
NANOEK's production of the pop-rock musical Next to Normal comes to Theater aan het Vrijthof.
Lex Uiting returns to Limburg with a full-length music theatre show featuring his band, beloved songs, and intimate storytelling.
A musical tribute to cabaret legend Frans Halsema, celebrating his iconic songs, wit and life story.
Opera Zuid presents 'Uprising', a community opera exploring climate crisis, generational divides, and the strength found in collective listening.
The Maastricht Country Dancers & Line Dancers Lanaken perform country and line dancing at Het Vrijthof in Maastricht.
Experiment and explore closed laboratories during this weekend of scientific activities in Maastricht.
Kamerkoor Transparence performs an afternoon programme combining choral singing and mandolin music.
Guided tour and wine tasting at Wijngaard De Apostelhoeve in Maastricht, welcoming both wine connoisseurs and newcomers.
BENR delivers a theatre show with personal stories, humour and recognizable pop songs.
Introdans brings ENERGY, an evening of dynamic dance with contrast and pure joy of movement at Theater aan het Vrijthof.
Merijn Scholten's LEMMING examines herd behavior and our place in the world through theatre.
A thrilling detective performance featuring the famous sleuth Sherlock Holmes, packed with suspense, humor and intrigue.
A performance combining dance, music and emotion at MECC Maastricht.
A ballet performance bringing the four seasons to life through Antonio Vivaldi's iconic music.
Guided scooter adventure through the Zonneberg Caves, a dark underground network in Sint-Pietersberg, equipped with just a headlamp.
The JekerJazz Festival brings live jazz performances to multiple venues across Maastricht over an entire weekend.
Maastricht celebrates Vastelaovend, its traditional carnival, from 7 to 9 February 2027 with festivities throughout the city.
Guided tour of the historic Grotten Noord caves with access to the vault where Dutch art treasures were hidden during World War II.
A mini-exhibition on the 4th floor of Centre Céramique exploring how the Céramique district was built, featuring the original architectural model.
Students from the Jan van Eyck Academie invite visitors into their studios to explore their artistic research and creative practice.
A debate examining whether Maastricht and Limburg are capitalizing on the economic opportunities that Europe provides for business and employment.
An early-morning guided walk with the forest ranger on Sint-Pietersberg, where you witness nature awakening.
Opening of an art exhibition by Angela de Vrede, with the artist in attendance at Boekhandel Dominicanen.
A guided tour through the underground Grotten Zonneberg caves in Maastricht, exploring ancient stone quarries in complete darkness and silence.
Guided tour through the historic Grotten Noord caves in Sint-Pietersberg, where quarrymen extracted marl for centuries.
Guided tour of Fort Sint Pieter, an 18th-century fortress in Maastricht. A guide shares the fort's history, its cannons, and the wars that defined the city.
A guided tour through Jezuïetenberg, an art-historical gem just outside Maastricht.
Discover how fossils form and learn to spot them yourself during an afternoon exploration of Sint-Pietersberg's historic quarry.
Live jazz session at Café Forum, a cosy spot in the Jekerkwartier where you can lunch, have drinks, dine and dance in the evening.
Toneelgroep Maastricht stages a tragicomic love story exploring the true costs of life today.
Cello Cello - OUD brings music, humor and imagination together in a playful performance.
Aileen van Dijk presents 'Broken Connection', a performance that invites you into her inner world.
An original French guillotine from 1798 is on display at the Maastricht Museum, a rare artefact from the era of French rule in the region.
Dance makers from three continents examine how shared colonial histories shape the present and forge human connections in this performance.
Two organ concerts at Sint-Martinuskerk showcasing a historic 1878 Pereboom & Leijser organ.
The Bonnefanten showcases an exhibition dedicated to architect Aldo Rossi and his influential architectural legacy.
Weekly market on the Markt in Maastricht with food and cultural vendors.
Three creators from fashion, dance and music collaborate on a short experimental performance where their disciplines intersect and influence each other.
A medieval masterpiece combining the Last Judgment, courtroom drama, and a powerful indictment of judicial corruption.
Private guided tour of the Minorite Monastery in Maastricht, exploring the history and story of the breach. Available only a few times this autumn.
The Bonnefanten in Maastricht showcases the work and legacy of influential Italian architect Aldo Rossi.
Guided tour of Thiessen Wijnkoopers' historic wine cellars followed by a curated wine tasting led by a sommelier.
A guided group tour through Maastricht Museum, uncovering the hidden stories of the city.
A 120-meter tiled passage with nearly 30,000 tiles narrating the history of Maastricht's Sphinx industrial heritage.
A guided tour of the Blanche Dael Branderij in Maastricht exploring the origins and roasting process of coffee and tea.
Showroom in het Werkgebouw featuring work by local and international artists with rotating exhibitions.
René Holten and Huub Hannen showcase their work with four fellow artists in a chapel in Maastricht.
Vintage and flea market in Maastricht featuring antique furniture, old books and curiosities.
Pick up the fundamentals of salsa and start dancing right away in this workshop at Het Vrijthof in Maastricht.
A guided winter walk through Maastricht with atmospheric lighting at different spots around the city.
Guided tour of the historic Brouwerij Bosch brewery, established in 1758, with a beer tasting.
Exhibition featuring works from three collections, curated by 27 guest curators at Bonnefanten.
Private guided tour of the historic Minorite Monastery in Maastricht, including the former monastery church and archival treasures.
Help create a 35-meter monumental tapestry exploring Limburg's slavery heritage and discover the narrative behind this collaborative artwork.
A language café for women at de Rink in Caberg, where participants meet and practice language together.
Share your memories of Maastricht University and help document the institution's 50-year history.
A creative workshop where you write a personal letter using words, collage, cut-and-paste techniques, and watercolour.
The Friday Market in Maastricht is one of the largest commodity markets in the Euregio region, with approximately 400 stalls.
A youth dance and expression workshop in Maastricht where young people explore movement and creativity in a 1960s-inspired setting.
Children listen to an animal story at the farm and then create something of their own.
Discover Maastricht comfortably from the Zonnetrein, a scenic tour through this diverse city.
Multi-day exhibitions and festivals still on today.
British grime and hip-hop artist Dizzee Rascal brings his signature urban sound to Muziekgieterij in Maastricht.
The Dutch Dance Days Gala brings together dancers, choreographers and audiences to celebrate the best of Dutch dance.
A 25-year-old 80s night featuring Madonna, Prince, The Cure and Depeche Mode, wrapped in neon, arcade games and music videos - requests welcome, dance floor required.
JØASE plays a five-hour free all-night set at Muziekgieterij: 90s-inspired techno, trance and hardgroove from midnight until sunrise.
An evening of guilty pleasures and cheesy hits at Muziekgieterij. Dress in your most outrageous outfit and join the Qmusic Foute Feestje party.
Bizet's Carmen performed in an intimate "in the round" setting with leading soloists surrounding the audience at MECC Maastricht.
A musical adaptation of the international bestseller Ali & Nino, performed at Theater aan het Vrijthof in Maastricht.
A symphonic concert exploring the ecstatic worlds of Ravel, Szymanowski and Scriabin.
The Netherlands' second-largest annual dog weekend features a major dog show at MECC Maastricht.
Eva Eikhout shares her personal story with humor and energy in this engaging performance.
Nightclub event in Maastricht with DJs and dancing until the early hours.
A regional products festival showcasing Limburgian specialities, with demonstrations and tastings at MECC Maastricht.
Eve Arnold: All about Eve showcases the work of one of the twentieth century's most influential photographers at the Fotomuseum aan het Vrijthof.
Five choirs from Limburg, Belgium and Ukraine perform at the St. Janskerk. A unique opportunity to hear different choral traditions.
An art fair showcasing contemporary European artists and galleries with accessible, affordable works.
Club Tweak turns the Dance Tent at Het Vrijthof into a dance club during the Dutch Dance Days.
The Lumière Cinema presents a retrospective of Jacques Demy this late summer, screening restored versions of the French director's classic films.
Lumière Cinema in Maastricht screens over 300 films annually, with something for every taste.
Catch a film at Pathé Maastricht, a cinema in the heart of the city.
Screening of the animated short Swarms by MurMur, paired with a solo theatre performance and a Q&A session with the filmmakers.
High school students present their own compositions inspired by Hette's diary, performed live by Philzuid musicians.
Explore the story of the Maastrichtian period and the Mosasaurus in this exhibition at the Maastricht Natural History Museum.
A grain festival celebrating bread, baking, and local food culture in Maastricht's historic centre.
An exhibition about the history of Sint Pietersberg and ENCI, told through art, heritage, and personal narratives.
A compact museum exploring Maastricht's fortification heritage, housed in the historic Helpoort.
A weekend celebration that reimagines the Jekerkwartier as 1960s Paris, featuring music, art, theatre and cultural encounters.
EuropArtFair is an art fair where galleries and art dealers showcase their works to the public at the MECC in Maastricht.
Private guided tour through Maastricht's historic City Hall, an impressive 17th-century building with more than 350 years of heritage.
Guided walk through the ENCI quarry in Maastricht, where a former limestone mine is transforming into a nature reserve.
Top Dutch dance companies and choreographers perform across multiple venues in Maastricht during this national dance festival.
Festival Musica Sacra brings classical and sacred music to Maastricht's historic centre. This year's theme is 'Ecstasy'.
A guided morning walk on Sint-Pietersberg with a forest ranger revealing the awakening nature through sounds and panoramic views.
Discover the history of Maastricht's underground shelters at the Schuilkeldermuseum, a museum dedicated to the city's wartime refuge network.
Celina Eceiza combines textile, colour and imagination in an immersive installation that appeals to all the senses.
A Maastricht venue dedicated to experimental music and sound art, showcasing innovative creators and unique sonic landscapes.
Explore this small archaeological museum housed in the basement of Hotel Derlon, featuring Roman-era excavations and artifacts.
Live jazz performances at Crowne Plaza Maastricht, an intimate evening of jazz music in a hotel setting.
Guided nature walk on Sint-Pietersberg exploring rare butterflies, orchids and seasonal plants with an expert guide.
A new German-language film opera by Floris Kolvenbach, performed by singers trained at Maastricht's conservatory, with Dutch subtitles.
Visit both the historic Fort Sint Pieter and the Sint-Pietersberg caves in one combination ticket.
Opus 16 Concerten launches its season with chamber music featuring pianist Michelle Lynne and cellist Andrew Briggs performing Rachmaninoff, Enman, and Simon.
Annual festival featuring classical music, world music, theater, and dance across multiple venues in Maastricht. The 44th edition in 2026 explores the theme 'Ecstasy'.
Large flea market at MECC Maastricht featuring second-hand goods and special treasures.
A theatrical walking route through Maastricht celebrating the work and stories of artist Pieke Dassen.
Relaxed Sunday afternoon at Founders Bar with good music and a laid-back vibe, no rush into the week.
Interactive exhibition where children aged 6 to 12 can experiment with artistic play and creative techniques inspired by professional artists.
Hands-on watercolour painting workshop for all skill levels at Artichoque Art Gallery.
Casual Dutch conversation and writing practice in a relaxed language café setting at Centre Céramique in Maastricht.
Two painters and a photographer collaborate in their first joint exhibition, showcasing their work together.
Pieke Parcours celebrates with a puppet show by Ruben Komkommer for children and families at the Dinghuis.
+ 16 more long-running events — see the calendar.