Stadstafel Zevenbergen is a free outdoor gathering at Trefpunt meer Moerdijk.
Bibliotheek Mariënburg celebrates the Week of the Forbidden Book, showcasing works censored around the globe and exploring freedom of expression.
Eureka! brings together science, art and music in a festival celebrating experimentation and creative discovery.
Local artists perform at this monthly open-stage night held on the last Friday of each month.
An evening of food and connection where people from Utrecht with roots around the world gather to eat, meet and talk together.
Festive opening of the Alzheimer Meeting Point Aalten-Oost Gelre-Winterswijk with a musical performance by Robin and Roel van De Gouden Herinnering, welcoming people with dementia, caregivers and loved ones.
Toddlers gather at the library for a special story time featuring engaging tales read aloud by adults.
On the last Sunday of each month, Fort Maarsseveen comes alive with a full day of activities and entertainment for all ages.
Beek en Donk celebrates the 200th anniversary of the Zuid-Willemsvaart canal with a special event.
DOT brings an authentic Oktoberfest celebration to Groningen with traditional German flair.
A city walk through Wageningen on World Alzheimer's Day, where local businesses and residents playfully raise awareness about dementia under the theme 'I Keep Participating!'.
World Alzheimer's Day event with activities for people with dementia and their caregivers, organized by ZorgSaam, Netwerk Dementie and Bibliotheek Dommeldal.
A reading festival for group 3 children with practical tips for parents to encourage their child's reading skills and confidence.
Visitors release wish lights onto the water as symbols of hope, remembrance, or wishes for the future.
Volunteers come together at the park for a day of activities and community engagement in Rotterdam.
A monthly music series in Almere Haven showcasing local bands and singer-songwriters across different genres, held on the last Saturday of each month.
Family fair at Brusselplein in Utrecht featuring rides and activities designed for children and families.
The annual fair on Stadhuisplein in Veghel features rides, games and food for families of all ages.
Autumn fair with rides, games and food on the car park of Winkelcentrum Hoogvliet.
Annual fair on Gouda's Markt with rides, games and food for families.
Annual fair and carnival in Erica with rides, games, and food stalls on Havenstraat.
The annual fair at Stadserf features rides, games and food for families.
The annual fair on Raadhuisplein offers rides, games, and food for the whole family.
The annual fair in Dussen features rides, games and food for families on Vrijheidsplein.
The annual fair in Bergambacht offers rides, games, and food for the whole family.
Annual fair with rides, games, and food stalls at Dominee Tiesingaplein in Harkema.
Multi-day exhibitions and festivals still on today.
A season pass for Cultuurpodium Groene Engel offering free entry to at least 20 selected concerts and events from September 2026 to August 2027.
The 36th edition of Meesterlijk Metaal brings old school heavy metal with Spartan Warrior, Toranaga UK, and Wildeboer to Almere.
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.
A culinary day in Maastricht where you taste local dishes, cook together, and exchange stories about tradition and connection.
Cycle through the Gelderse Vallei's historic landscapes and enjoy a five-course culinary journey from coffee to dessert.
An open stage night featuring various artists at Theater de Speeldoos, free entry for all.
Open stage night featuring rotating artists at Theater de Speeldoos. Free admission for all.
A family day at Kasteel de Haar with adventures, garden exploration, a maze, jeu de boules and rowing on the castle pond.
Theater de Speeldoos welcomes artists of all styles to perform on its open stage. Free admission.
An open stage night featuring rotating artists at Theater de Speeldoos. Free admission for all.
Theater de Speeldoos welcomes diverse performers for a free open-stage evening.
Open stage night featuring rotating artists at Theater de Speeldoos. Free admission.
The Dutch Tile Museum celebrates Gelderland Day with free entry, a regional breakfast, and the chance to paint your own tile.
A four-course culinary tour through Helmond, with each course served at a different venue and a rotating menu that surprises without overwhelming.
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.
A culinary tour through different hospitality hotspots in Elst, sampling various dishes and drinks.
The Netherlands' second-largest annual dog weekend features a major dog show at MECC Maastricht.
A musical and historical tour through Zutphen that brings the stories and waters of the Hanseatic League to life.
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.
Kasteel de Haar celebrates the revival of a September tradition with a special programme running from 1 to 27 September.
The Amsterdam Museum marks its centenary with a hundred-day festival featuring workshops, guided tours, exhibitions at multiple venues, and complimentary cake.
BredaPhoto is a festival celebrating photography and video art across Breda throughout September and October.
Night of Freestyle brings stunts, flips, fireworks and lasers to MECC Maastricht.
HRFST Festival returns to the historic Fort bij Vechten in Bunnik for an autumn celebration of music and culture.
A day-long celebration of Naarden's militia heritage and fortifications, with activities and exhibitions at the Nederlands Vestingmuseum.
Music festival in Geldrop with a varied line-up of artists and genres at the Weeffabriek.
Campus de Terp hosts a week-long festival with activities, events and gatherings for all ages.
Monthly open stage for local artists and performers at Cultuurhuis Almere Buiten.
A flower festival showcasing the historic gardens of Kasteel-Museum Sypesteyn at their peak bloom.
Wereldmuseum Leiden celebrates the mid-autumn festival with music, culture and traditions from around the world.
Cycle through Putten with tastings at local restaurants and food producers showcasing regional specialities.
Primavera is an event on 6 September at the Weeffabriek in Geldrop.
Peace Week is an event exploring peace and awareness, organized by Theater de Bussel in Oosterhout.
The Eppo Comic Day is a day festival in Oosterhout dedicated to comics and graphic novels, featuring activities and exhibitions for enthusiasts.
Scouting Veendam celebrates a century of history, tracing its roots back to 1926 when the movement first began in the town.
Akoesticum kicks off Gelderse Dag with a musical breakfast and singing workshop led by Elke Jansen, welcoming participants of all levels.
A 7-kilometre walk through Otterlo with bockbier tastings and paired food stops. Choose your own starting point among three venues.
HRFST Festival returns to the historic Fort bij Vechten in Bunnik for an autumn celebration of music and culture.
Communal dining at Landgoed Kraaybeekerhof where you share seasonal vegetables from the estate's garden with fellow guests.
The Irish Harvest Festival at Kasteel Amerongen celebrates traditional Irish music, dance and culture.
A day of comedy and entertainment at Fort Maarsseveen featuring humorous performances and acts.
A seasonal dinner at Buitenplaats Doornburgh celebrating the harvest season and abundance.
A tasting event featuring local Italian products and dishes at the historic Fort Nieuwersluis.
An interfaith gathering at Sint Jansbasiliek where people of different religions come together to celebrate what they have in common.
Music festival with live performances at the Bostheater, nestled in the natural surroundings of the Amsterdamse Bos.
Christmas market with festive activities on the historic grounds of Slot Zuylen in Oud-Zuilen.
Live music performances every Sunday afternoon this summer on the courtyard of Kasteel Duurstede, with refreshments available.
September Me Festival showcases over 20 concerts and performances by female artists and musicians at Flint in Amersfoort.
A regional products festival showcasing Limburgian specialities, with demonstrations and tastings at MECC Maastricht.
De Meerpaal launches its theatre season with a presentation featuring live performances from artists in the upcoming programme.
Tilburg's choirs perform at multiple venues across the city in this festive celebration of local vocal talent.
Annual winter festival on Maastricht's Vrijthof square, bringing festive cheer and holiday atmosphere to the city centre.
A tango celebration on Het Vrijthof featuring performances and workshops by local Maastricht dance groups.
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.
A brass band festival featuring performances by multiple brass bands at the Weeffabriek in Geldrop.
September brings guided tours, lectures, concerts and classical outdoor games at Kasteel de Haar, with the castle and gardens as backdrop.
ZEIST BOOMING brings the 1950s and 1960s to life with music, fashion and culture from that era at Slot Zeist.
A picture-book performance for children aged 3+ featuring the tale of Anansi the Spider and the Greedy Tiger at the Picture Book Festival.
A Christmas-themed winter festival with entertainment and festive atmosphere on the grounds of Paleis Soestdijk.
An annual celebration of science and technology with hands-on activities and demonstrations for all ages, held on 3 and 4 October.
Free showcase festival in Ede with live music, street art, a mobile skatepark and workshops.
A monthly open-stage night where local artists and performers can showcase their work at Cultuurhuis Almere Buiten.
A walking event in Ede tracing the historic Pegasus escape routes and the stories behind them.
First preliminary round of the Dutch humorous storytelling competition De Goeie To(o)n, organized by Stichting Klets en Zwets and Koninklijke Stadsharmonie Phileutonia in Helmond.
A Helmond festival celebrating 1960s pop music with classic hits and artists from the era.
Fairy tale festival at Kasteel Doornenburg for children aged 4-8, featuring guided exploration of the castle from 17 to 25 October.
A week-long celebration of water and festivities in Sneek, featuring diverse activities and events.
An autumn walk through the Veluwe with local goat cheese and regional specialities, departing from Putten.
A traditional fair on Gastel's town square featuring rides and a festival tent for evening celebrations.
Expeditie TOEN is a digital treasure hunt through Nijmegen's historic sites, using QR codes to reveal the city's past ahead of the TOEN Festival.
Indoor metal festival in Wormerveer featuring Arising Rebellion and other groove, thrash, heavy and death metal bands.
An evening celebrating Indonesian culture at the Strandtheater Houten Kaap in Ouddorp.
Lisse offers a range of family-friendly activities during the autumn school holidays.
Annual fair in central Casteren featuring rides, games and attractions for the whole family.
A family-friendly morning in Oosterhout with activities for children and parents, plus coffee.
French theatre company ACQUAFORTE Compagnie brings a parade performance to Leeuwarden in October.
Oktoberfest celebration with beer, music and festive atmosphere in Roosendaal.
An outdoor pop festival with a stage on the water in Vught, featuring major Dutch artists and two weekends of live music and dancing.
Saint Nicholas arrives in Maarssen by boat along the canals, followed by a celebratory ride through the village.
Dementia-Friendly Best presents an art route and activities designed for people with dementia and their loved ones, centred on art, encounter and connection.
The Chocolate Festival celebrates its 22nd edition in Zutphen's historic city centre with chocolate-themed activities and attractions.
The Big Draw Zutphen is a drawing festival combining art and chocolate with creative activities for all ages.
A four-day art festival in Beilen with exhibitions, performances and cultural activities for art lovers.
On the first Sunday of each month, cultural institutions in Wijk bij Duurstede welcome visitors for a tour of art, history and creative projects.
Eight weeks of live performances at Openluchttheater Vrouwenhof featuring singing, theatre, and magic, with both returning favourites and debut artists.
A grain festival celebrating bread, baking, and local food culture in Maastricht's historic centre.
Natuurmonumenten offers excursions to Bird Island in the Zwarte Meer, where you can observe dozens of bird species, butterflies, and deer from the bird-watching hut.
Circus Barani brings a spectacular show featuring acrobats, animals and excitement to Wijk bij Duurstede.
Soul, funk and rhythm-and-blues performances by top bands and artists in venues throughout Ede.
Experiment and explore closed laboratories during this weekend of scientific activities in Maastricht.
Peace Week in Zaandam: an annual September event with activities focused on peace and reflection.
Melody Emmen presents an evening of live music and comedy on 20 September 2026.
Punk festival at the Annatheater featuring DRS Punk, a workshop, Beer & Biechten, and live music.
The Spekzullekes celebrate their jubilee with a traditional prince ball in Helmond.
The Blaasfestijn Centrum Helmond celebrates its twentieth edition with two days of brass band music and festivities.
Three Saturday afternoons of live music and performances in the De Groote Peel nature reserve at Buitencentrum De Pelen.
Annual family celebration in Gelderland with activities, culture and entertainment for all ages.
A singing and talent competition for children and teenagers aged 8 to 14 from Roosendaal and the region.
Elst marks its 1300th anniversary in 2026 with a year-long programme of music, cultural, sporting and historical events for everyone.
Annual harvest festival in the courtyard of Doorwerth Castle, featuring stalls and a growing number of visitors.
Five guided walks along the Zuiderwaterlinie through nature reserves, fortified landscapes and historical sites across different seasons.
A children's festival during the autumn school holidays in Arnhem, featuring activities and entertainment for kids.
IJsselstein celebrates a month-long culture festival with performances, concerts, exhibitions, workshops and open studios for all ages.
Live music meets wine tasting at this evening of entertainment and viticulture.
Weekly Wednesday morning programme featuring storytelling, puppet play, music and creative activities in the Makerlab for babies and toddlers.
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 day celebrating the connection between farming and nature at Boerderijwinkel Brabantse Hei in Hooge Mierde.
A taste route through the regional products of 't Bildt in Friesland, where you can discover the best local produce.
A communal dinner where refugees, status holders and other Zaanstad residents gather around the longest table.
Autumn edition of the Havenfestival featuring performances by Maxime Froger, Mark Enthoven, Ronald Engel and Benjamin van de... on 26 September in Assendelft.
Three days of cycling on the Veluwe with routes for all abilities and diverse activities for cyclists.
WILDGROEI! is an event on 30 August 2026 at Winkelcentrum Putten.
Join a fossil hunt at Stadshuis Nieuwegein during the Science Weekend and discover Earth's history through ancient remains.
A pop-up summer restaurant on an organic farm where a different chef cooks over open fire with local ingredients each weekend.
Pick your own fruit in the orchard at Fruitbedrijf en Landwinkel De Woerdt in Ressen, with fresh farm produce for sale.
A celebration of potatoes and traditional farm life at a heritage farm museum in Putten.
Top Dutch dance companies and choreographers perform across multiple venues in Maastricht during this national dance festival.
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.
Visit multiple theater performances at different venues across Oosterhout in one evening.
Seasonal autumn celebration at Pluktuin PlukWad in Wijnaldum with harvest-themed activities.
The Harlinger Blues Festival brings blues artists together at Milûk for a day of live music.
A music festival where artists and audience journey together, with live performances happening on the move.
Pieken+Dalen Festival combines music, theatre and various art forms at RCN het Grote Bos in Doorn.
Autumn festival showcasing regional products, wooden crafts, artisanal goods, beer tastings and live music in Brummen.
Restaurant Paisan presents a wine and appetizers evening in Hilversum's city garden.
Three-day music festival on the beach at the IJzeren Man in Vught, featuring major Dutch artists.
The annual fair in Terneuzen features rides, games and food for families.
The annual fair in Swalmen features rides, games and food for the whole family.
Annual fair with rides, games and food for families in Zuid-Scharwoude.
The annual fair in Lisse features rides, games and food stalls on Grachtweg and Schoolstraat.