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London-born singer-songwriter and producer James Blake performs at TivoliVredenburg.

London-born singer-songwriter and producer James Blake performs at TivoliVredenburg.

Brazilian jazz fusion band Azymuth performs at Melkweg in Amsterdam.

Guitarist Lavinia Meijer and the Alma Quartet present an evening of chamber music in Nijmegen.

Swedish rock legends Europe perform at Musis & Stadstheater Arnhem.

SOYUZ, the Minsk-based collective of Alex Chumak and Mikita Arlou, brings their refined blend of folk, jazz and electronic sound to BIRD Rotterdam.

Emerging pianist Elizabeth Goh performs classical music during the SPOT Lunchbreak in Groningen.

Presentation concert of a new album featuring piano works by Dutch-Jewish composer Daniël Belinfante, murdered in Auschwitz in 1945. Pianist Dimitri Malignan performs his music alongside works by Bach, Chopin, Schumann, Debussy and Milhaud.

TORMENTO and DJ FASTCUT bring their European tour to Amsterdam's Toekomstmuziek.

Tommy Lyon takes the stage at Cinetol Amsterdam.

French-Congolese rapper and singer GIMS takes the stage at AFAS LIVE Amsterdam.

Three Dutch comedians perform absurd and hilarious stories at breakneck speed, with an MC tying the evening together.

Unprocessed performs at Doornroosje.

Najib & Roué take the stage at Cpunt Hoofddorp for a live performance on 5 October 2026.

Banned From Utopia takes the stage at Poppodium Boerderij with a support act opening the show.

The Berlage Saxophone Quartet performs classical and contemporary saxophone music on the island of Schiermonnikoog.

Ragazze Quartet performs an evening concert with the ensemble at Got Tjark on Schiermonnikoog.

Margaretha Consort performs early music at the ancient hunebed monument in Anloo, blending history with classical repertoire.

Huib Modderkolk discusses the realities of digital warfare and cyber attacks in modern conflict.

Children's Book Week celebration with reading and creative activities for kids centred on the theme 'Spotlight On'.

A culinary dinner experience at Grenswerk in Venlo featuring surprising dishes and a welcoming atmosphere.

A guided beachcombing walk during Schiermonnikoog Festival where participants search for items left behind by the sea.

A musical story time for the youngest listeners: Iris van Langen-Groot reads from 'The Little Sebastian' with fun musical activities.

A parent course exploring how baby and child gestures improve communication and reduce frustration in child-rearing.

Weekly pub quiz by Northern Sky Events featuring questions on news, history, language, and biology. Test your team's knowledge and compete for the top spot.

Free music bingo with prizes at Gasterij 't Spitje in Mierlo - an evening of music and dancing.

A guided stargazing walk across Schiermonnikoog during the festival, exploring the island after dark and discovering the night sky.

Film festival exploring audiovisual work beyond the male gaze and heteronormative perspectives.

Davey and The Midnights perform at Cafe 't Rozenknopje in Eindhoven.

An afternoon of meetings and stories featuring a mini-course on small talk and creative workshops, with a Margriet goodie bag for all participants.

A lecture exploring how music affects the brain and connects people, featuring neuroscientist Eleanor Harding, conductor Sigutė Žurauskaitė and professor Karolien Dons.

Space College is an interactive exhibition at the Aviodrome Aviation Museum where you discover what it takes to live and work in space.

Join a community knitting and crochet project decorating the village to promote Orange The World's message of safety and non-violence.

Girls' evening for ages 12+ featuring workshops, activities, and a chance to meet peers at ABC Atelier.

A dance class for toddlers aged 2 to 4 where children move to music and develop their motor skills.

A practical course teaching you how to manage your banking securely and easily online, one step at a time.

Practical course on travelling by public transport in Enschede. Learn how to use buses, trams and trains efficiently and safely.

A theatre performance exploring what happens when a person from the 1950s suddenly arrives in the present day.

A historical narrative about thirteenth-century Fivelgo, told by four actors and a cantor with Gregorian chants.

Music teacher Leander Schoormans explores 127 years of bell-making history at Petit & Fritsen, tracing artistic, technical, and acoustic innovations across three generations.

A musical performance for children aged 4-10 by Jeritza Toney, celebrating Children's Book Week.

Follow-up English course for advanced learners covering sentence construction, vocabulary expansion, grammar, and cultural discussion over 20 lessons.

Beginner Spanish course for absolute newcomers, covering grammar, speaking, reading, and listening.

Children aged 8 to 12 perform roles from various stories and develop their reading skills through active, playful theatre work.

A fortnightly writing workshop at the library offering a peaceful environment to work on your own projects.

Facet's monthly Open Session features Niels Voskuil, Rowdy Prins and the house band on the first Tuesday of each month.

Create your own pumpkin lantern with a laser cutter and prepare for Halloween with a unique handmade design.

Annual reading lunch for seniors with a catered meal at the Meeting Square of De Nieuwe Kolk in Assen.

Children aged 8 to 14 spend 12 lessons working together on LEGO challenges, building, programming and solving problems.

Running from 19:30 to 22:30 with a short break, this three-hour show brings together around 65-70 guests in a relaxed lounge setting,

Hands-on workshop on integrating positive health into daily life, centred on health promotion and wellbeing.

A writer in residence at the historic Muiderslot shares their work and creative process with visitors.

Cabaret performer Luuk Ransijn presents his new show 'Uitkijk' as a try-out, packed with sharp observations, songs and comedy.

A hands-on workshop covering MacBook essentials, from file management to the core macOS applications.

A Studium Generale lecture exploring the boundary between healthy skepticism and conspiracy thinking, featuring jurist Willeke Slingerland and historian Amanda de Lannoy.

An evening of magic and entertainment paired with dinner at de Helden van Kien in Sint-Oedenrode.

An evening of spoken poetry and literary performances in Rotterdam.

Explore the Miniatuur Museum Zwolle's collection of intricate miniature buildings and detailed dioramas.

Annual ceremony celebrating restaurants across the Netherlands that have earned Michelin recognition for culinary excellence.

Play the big memory game based on Hedgehog and Mole on Friday, 23 October at ZB Middelburg, before the show.

A treasure hunt through the library where you search for photos with letters and uncover a hidden word. For children.

Four-morning Windows 11 course for beginners and Windows 10 users with basic computer skills.

A group session where participants work together to develop their reading and writing abilities in a supportive setting.

Small-group Dutch reading and writing lessons for adults at your own pace, guided by volunteers in the library.

A cozy reading group where you practice your reading skills in a small group with a volunteer.

Quinn Derksen's graduation project explores the evolving pub scene in Cuijk through photography and documentation in this exhibition.

Exhibition exploring sustainable fashion and textile reuse through upcycling and creative repair, featuring works from clothing-recycling workshops.

Photo exhibition 'I Keep Participating' about Alzheimer's, organized around World Alzheimer's Day in partnership with network organizations.

A practical course teaching you how to organize files and folders on your computer with helpful tips for better PC management.

Learn the Australian dotpainting technique using special sticks and create your own decorative board to take home.

A course on achieving balance between body and mind, taught by Anita Boontjes in Hellevoetsluis.

A toddler-friendly performance at Bieblab Schollevaar in Capelle aan den IJssel.

The annual fair in Terborg features rides, games and food for families on the Marktplein.

The annual fair in Nuth offers rides, games and food for families of all ages.

The annual Ottersum fair brings rides, games and food to Sint Jozefplein for the whole family.

The autumn fair on Hulst's Grote Markt features rides, games and food for families.

The annual fair in Nieuwenhagen features rides, games and food for families of all ages.

The annual fair in Vessem offers barrel organs, games and attractions for the whole family.

The annual fair in Mechelen features rides, games and food for families on Dokter Janssenplein.

The annual fair in Westervoort brings rides, games, and food to Dorpstraat.

Annual fair in Baak with rides, food and drink for families.

The annual Assendelft Fair brings rides, games, and food stalls for the whole family.

The annual fair in Baarle-Nassau features rides, games and food for families on Sint Annaplein.

Halloween fair with rides and attractions for all ages on Groeneveldselaan in Veenendaal.

Annual fair in Ell with rides and games for the whole family.

Autumn fair on the Waalkade and Kelfkensbos featuring rides, games and food for families.

Children's fair with rides and games on Maarten Breetstraat in Sint Maartensbrug.

The annual Hulsel Fair brings rides, games, and food for families to enjoy at Huisacker.

Annual fair on Dorpsplein in Pannerden with rides, food and drink for families.

Annual fair in central Gilze with rides, games and food stalls across three locations.

Gal Beckerman explores the importance of dissent and the personal cost of speaking truth to power.

Join fellow crafters at the Handcraft Café Middelburg. Bring your own project, enjoy refreshments, and share experiences with like-minded makers.

Interactive workshop where you solder your own measurement device and collect data about the urban environment.

Hoogeveen Library hosts action days against digital crime, raising awareness about online fraud and personal protection strategies.

Interactive workshop for 55+ exploring AI, robotics and online information at Bibliotheek Beilen.

A creative workshop where you make your own poem from an existing text by selecting words and removing the rest.

Ommen Library presents an Arabic story time for children and parents during Children's Book Week.

An interactive story session where hand puppets bring the tale to life and captivate young listeners.

Information session about VoorleesExpress Laarbeek, a volunteer reading programme for children.

Sleep exercise therapist Mieke Verouden explains what sleep is and which habits and factors influence the quality of your rest.

Writer Eva Posthuma de Boer discusses her work and recent books at the Grave library.

Documentary screening about the future of food with discussion and themed tables exploring local eating, farming, and food waste solutions.

Children's Book Week event featuring thrilling campfire tales with sound effects at Bibliotheek Sassenheim.

Daan Russchen shares his personal journey of cycling with metastatic kidney cancer, exploring themes of resilience, hope and living fully.

A hands-on workshop teaching you how to harvest and preserve seeds from your own garden.

A lecture on recognizing giftedness at work and how it affects the professional experience of gifted adults.

Marian Lefeber presents artworks crafted from heirlooms and natural materials, each piece a tribute to a departed loved one.

A movement class led by Ashley and Domenik at Dansateliers in Rotterdam.

Children create their own bookfluencer videos and compete during Children's Book Week at the library.

A theater workshop where you bring a book to life by creating characters and building scenes together.

Interactive podcast workshop for children where you co-create a story, make sound effects, and record it together.

DigiDoers is a hands-on workshop where you learn programming, video-making, and other digital skills at Waalwijk Library.

Create your own game with Bloxels in this hands-on programming workshop. Design a story and code it into a playable game.

A Dungeons & Dragons role-playing session at Bibliotheek Hulst. Become a hero and experience an adventure filled with monsters and surprising twists.

A social gathering for people with acquired brain injury and their loved ones, welcoming family, friends, and care professionals.

Join a relaxed Monday morning conversation at the library about current events and personal topics.

A monthly discussion group for people with mental health challenges and their loved ones, facilitated by peer support specialists in Anna Paulowna.

Story time for toddlers aged 2-4 featuring stories, songs and play with picture books at Bibliocenter Nederweert.

Musical story time for babies aged 0-18 months featuring singing, movement and colourful illustrations.

Free four-part workshop series on internet safety: basics, strong passwords, two-factor authentication, and phishing awareness.

Presenter Benjamin Blankesteijn explores how visual art and music influence each other, with examples of music inspired by paintings, stories and landscapes.

Hands-on workshop teaching you how to organize and manage files and folders in Windows 11 using Explorer and Quick Access.

Free consultation hour for questions about digital media, run by Seniorweb volunteers at DOK Voorhof.

Chess lessons for children aged 9-13 at Chess School, where you learn the basics and tactics over 9 sessions.

Learn how to create intaglio prints using Tetra Pak cardboard in this hands-on workshop - a chemical-free technique you can use at home.

Parent Meet-Up: a library gathering on parenting topics and how to guide children through life.

UQCF 2026 presents the theatre production 'The importance of being Barrie' at Villa Concordia.

Adventurous stories are read aloud for children aged 4 to 12 during Children's Book Week at the library.

Italian language course for beginners and advanced learners at Bibliotheek Wassenaar.

A story time session at Bibliotheek Raalte where children aged 9-12 listen to thrilling, humorous and surprising tales from contemporary books.

Story time for children aged 4-8 at Bibliotheek Wijhe featuring engaging and entertaining stories.

Career coach Carin van Holstein provides personalized guidance for those seeking a new job or greater fulfillment in their current work.

Residents of Kampen share personal stories about their hobbies, work and experiences in short presentations. Everyone is welcome.

Parents and caregivers can relax with a massage, coffee, and pastries during this pampering morning at KinderLab Oostgaarde.

A dance class for toddlers combining movement and music. Children develop their motor skills playfully while dancing together with peers.

Free coffee and tea with neighbors every Monday at Bibliotheek Vries. Neie Noaber joins every other week to discuss neighborhood matters.

An open drop-in session at KinderLab Schenkel where parents and children can collaborate on projects, share ideas and enjoy refreshments.

A relaxation space for children after school at KinderLab Oostgaarde, free entry.

Listen to stories read aloud by teacher Cetah, read independently, or borrow a book at LeesLab Schenkel. Registration required.

Children meet in a relaxed online environment where they can play games, chat and unwind together.

Homework support for children with breaks for outdoor play and games.

Creative workshop for children with teacher Yvonne, where you can let your imagination loose and create something special.

Create your own vlog at VlogLab with funny challenges, interviews, and adventures using a camera and your creativity.

Weekly story club for children aged 8-12 with books, stories and creative activities at the library.

A children's art workshop where dance, music and movement combine. Move with ribbons and scarves to music, then draw your creations on paper.

Weekly creative workshop where children design and build their own games, from memory and card games to board games and game variations.

A social club for girls aged 8 to 12 to relax, chat and participate in activities with peers from the local area.

Interactive workshop where children learn to use the internet, apps and digital media responsibly through playful activities and creative exercises.

A gathering for parents and parents-to-be from Meijel and the region to connect over coffee and conversation.

Toddler activity in the BiebLab following a dance session, with refreshments for parents and caregivers.

Children design their own planet with unique inhabitants, language, and activities in this interactive workshop.

Practice your reading skills with Oka, a patient listening turtle at Bibliotheek Wateringen - a relaxed activity for children aged 6 and up.

Kleintje Bieb: Plaatjes en Praatjes is an interactive programme for parents and carers with young children, featuring reading, singing, playing and crafting together.

Morning programme for toddlers up to 4 years old with their carers, featuring themed reading and play activities.

Monthly walking group for book lovers in Oosterhout, combining a walk with friendly company.

Monthly creative coffee gatherings at Bibliotheek Nieuwkoop where you can chat with others while enjoying coffee or tea.

A creative workshop where you make new poems by crossing out, circling, or highlighting words in existing texts to create something entirely new.

Weekly LEGO workshop where children listen to stories and build together at the LEGO tables.

Weekly LEGO workshop at the library: hear a story and build your own creation with LEGO tables.

A monthly story-reading session at the children's farm, followed by the chance to feed the animals.

Wim and Robert visit music enthusiasts in Westerbroek, Slochteren and Meeden for an evening of musical memories.

A story-reading session and playtime for children during Children's Book Week at the Sterksel library branch.

Drop-in consultation hours with a reading and media consultant at Bibliotheek Baarlo. Parents can ask questions and get advice on literacy and media education.

Practise Dutch in a relaxed group setting by having conversations with fellow learners.

TaalPlus is a Dutch-language improvement activity organized by Bibliotheek Rivierenland and Stichting Kompas.

Weekly informal Dutch conversation group led by trained volunteers, open to all learners.

Work independently on your Dutch in a supportive group setting, no registration needed.

Interactive Dutch conversation group where participants choose the topics. Build vocabulary and speak with confidence through discussions, writing tasks, and guest speakers.

Drop-in consultation hours with a reading and media consultant at Bibliotheek Reuver for parents seeking guidance on literacy and media support.

A writing workshop where you can develop and practice your writing skills at ZB Vlissingen.

A discussion circle for people over 50 to explore current social issues and share perspectives together.

Weekly baby library session with stories, songs and nursery rhymes for the youngest children and their parents.

Art historian Diana Kostman explores the life and artistic practice of Yayoi Kusama ahead of her Stedelijk Museum exhibition.

Monthly discussion group for people over 50 at the library, where participants choose the topics.

A poetry lunch where members of the Net-iets-anders collective share their work, a guest poet performs, and new voices get a chance to be heard.

Beginner Italian course at Volksuniversiteit IJmond, ideal for holiday travellers and those curious about the language.

Continuation Italian course for those with basic knowledge or prior beginner experience. Develop your language skills further in Beverwijk.

Neighborhood police officers hold office hours at Valkenburg library to address local safety concerns and take reports from residents.

Information desk supporting parents and children through divorce, focused on preventing and minimizing negative impacts.

Thomashuis hosts a reading session at Bibliotheek Vledder.

Weekly play morning for toddlers aged 2 to 4 at Bibliotheek Huizen's Speel-o-theek, held every Monday.

A drop-in morning for parents and carers to meet, play with their children and share refreshments.

Women meet for a casual morning of coffee, tea and conversation at Zuidwolde library.

BiebKracht is a playgroup for toddlers and young children up to 4 years old with their parents, where families meet and play together.

Open drop-in session where children play freely, colour, and play games while parents and carers enjoy refreshments.

A cosy knitting and crochet café at the library where you can work on your own project while enjoying coffee or tea.

Children play and move outdoors at KinderLab's school playground with football, chalk, and water games.

Weekly workshop for children exploring different types of heroes - sports heroes, superheroes, historical figures and local heroes through stories, videos and creative activities.

A Monday morning programme for toddlers and young children featuring shared reading, songs and nursery rhymes at the library.

A weekly gathering for knitters, embroiderers and crocheters at Zevenbergen library. Drop in with your work - no sign-up required.

Dementheek in Bibliotheek Elburg: a meeting place for people with dementia, caregivers and family members, featuring books, materials and memory boxes.

Interactive programme for toddlers aged 1 to 2½ years with their parent or carer at the library.

Monthly drop-in morning in Nieuwerkerk where you can meet people, join activities, or have coffee.

A games morning at the Bibliotheek Wijchen where you can play board games and other games with others.

A cosy half-hour story time for children held every first Monday of the month at the local library point.

A toddler-friendly morning at Bibliotheek Nijkerk with activities and play for young children and their parents.

A peaceful nature walk where you can reflect, share your thoughts with others, or simply enjoy the quiet.

A six-week group course helping adults develop skills to regain control and vitality in their lives during major life transitions.

Monthly creative workshop for children aged 6-12 at Dokkum Library, with a different programme each time.

Interactive activity for children aged 7+ and their (grand)parents, combining learning with hands-on participation.

Children's books are read aloud in the library, with games and songs for young children.

A creative gathering where you work on art projects and meet fellow creative minds.

A relaxation afternoon for children after school with friendly conversations and socializing at KinderLab Middelwatering.

Interactive lessons for children about self-confidence, emotions, and teamwork at KinderLab Oostgaarde.

An educational outdoor game for students from Praktijkschool De Brug, held in Uden.

A neighbourhood run in the Nieuwland district of Schiedam, organised at Wijkcentrum Dreesplein.
Multi-day exhibitions and festivals still on today.

British singer-songwriter Fink takes the stage at Doornroosje Poppodium in Nijmegen.

American blues rock guitarist Walter Trout performs an evening of guitar solos, personal stories, and raw blues rock in Maastricht.

A season pass for Cultuurpodium Groene Engel offering free entry to at least 20 selected concerts and events from September 2026 to August 2027.

Dutch rock band Van Dik Hout performs their classic hits at Muziekgieterij.

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.

Dutch rock band BLØF performs at Doornroosje Poppodium in Nijmegen.

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.

Dutch artist MEROL takes the stage at Doornroosje Poppodium in Nijmegen for an intimate pop concert.

French string quartet Quatuor Ébène performs three Beethoven string quartets in Groningen.

English power-metal band Fellowship plays with Slovak support Signum Regis, bringing melodic anthems and high-energy performances.

The 19-piece salsa big band Orquesta Salsabor plays in Luxor Live's main hall, offering a full dance floor and rich sound for an evening of live salsa.

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

Jandino celebrates two decades on stage with his signature characters, personal anecdotes, and Judeska at Cultura Ede.

Singer-songwriter Tim Knol shares new songs and covers inspired by his travels through Texel, Norway and the IJsselmeer, exploring restlessness and personal transformation.

Buurman & Buurman celebrate their 50th anniversary with a festive party full of surprises. A cheerful show for the whole family.

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.

The Nederlands Blazers Ensemble and Duda Paiva Company present 'Breath of the Forest', a theatrical concert inspired by the Kamayurá people of the Amazon.

Three pianists explore The Beatles' music in a theatrical concert that showcases experimental arrangements and the diverse musical styles that made the band revolutionary.

British thrash metal band Onslaught takes the stage in Hoogeveen.

Willemijn Verkaik stars in the Broadway musical 'Next to Normal', exploring how a family navigates bipolar disorder and the blurred line between reality and imagination.

André Rieu and his Johann Strauss Orchestra perform each summer at Het Vrijthof in Maastricht, the conductor's birthplace.

Dolf Jansen delivers a New Year's Eve show mixing stand-up, poetry and improvisation about politics and power at Cultura Ede.

Ellen ten Damme presents a try-out of her new theatre tour Medusa. The audience gets an exclusive first look at work in progress.

Two Dutch musicians explore the collision of Dutch cabaret tradition with American Southern roots music in an imaginative musical dialogue.

Original vocalists from legendary Dutch pop bands perform together with Nederpop All Stars, celebrating the biggest hits from Nederpop history.

Piano duo Scholtes & Janssens presents a minimalist programme exploring repetition, rhythm and sound at Kunstlinie in Almere.

The Deep Dark Woods brings folk rock to Thiemeloods in Nijmegen.

Keroncong Anemoia brings Indonesian keroncong music to Concertgebouw De Vereeniging.

RONDÉ plays a live concert at Doornroosje Poppodium in Nijmegen.

Sara Kroos takes the stage at Parktheater Eindhoven.

Indie pop band RONDÉ takes the stage at Muziekgieterij in Maastricht.

Anneke van Giersbergen performs a curated selection of Irish music, from traditional folk to rock classics, showcasing her distinctive clear voice.

3JS celebrates their twenty-year anniversary with a show featuring musical highlights from two decades of Dutch folk-pop.

The Kik performs a night of Beatles classics, completely translated into Dutch. The Rotterdam band brings sixties pop with Dutch lyrics blending humour and poetry.

Unlimited theatre subscription for the 2026-2027 season at Cultuurpodium Groene Engel in Oss. Attend all adult performances without choosing, for € 199,-.

Surinamese stand-up comedian Jörgen Raymann, a pioneer of Dutch comedy television, returns with a live theatre show.

The Nederlands Blazers Ensemble performs Strauss and Schoenberg, exploring love and inner transformation through music.

Dirk Scheele and Dikkie Dik take children on a musical adventure with dancing, singing and cat antics. For toddlers and young children from 2 years old.

MainCourse performs a tribute show with the biggest Bee Gees hits at Theater Geert Teis.

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

A festive evening of bock beer, top comedians, cartoons and sing-along fun at KWOKtoberfest in Amersfoort.

A playful performance by Maas Theater and Dance & Grote Mensen designed for children aged 5 and up.

Collectief Aqueerius brings a queer electropop musical full of colour and humour, somewhere between art and kitsch.

Britten's War Requiem, a classical masterpiece exploring war and peace, takes the stage at Muziekgebouw Eindhoven.

IOS takes the stage at Doornroosje Poppodium in Nijmegen.
+ 2150 more long-running events — see the calendar.