Mary in the Junkyard
Wed 7.10.
20:30
Rotown, Rotterdam
€ 18,20
Mary in the Junkyard takes the stage at Rotown with indie rock and poetic lyrics.
Wed, 7 Oct 2026 in Rotterdam
Starting today
Safety&Health@Work
Wed 7.10.
10:00
Ahoy, Rotterdam
A trade fair at Ahoy Rotterdam dedicated to workplace safety, health and working conditions.
Greg Shapiro - KING ME (250 Years of Donald Trump)
Wed 7.10.
20:30
Kantine Walhalla, Rotterdam
Greg Shapiro brings his ninth solo show 'KING ME' - sharp stand-up comedy about 250 years of America and Trump's return to power. Featuring improvisation, storytelling and his famous Trump impression.
Can You Hear the Objects Speak?
Wed 7.10.
20:30
WORM, Rotterdam
Workshop and film screening by Kae Oktorina and christopher tym exploring the Lombok treasure. The documentary 'Idak-Idak-Idak' follows three generations of Sasak women and combines cinematography with private recordings; preceded by a participatory workshop where you embody objects.
Mike Vitale
Wed 7.10.
19:00
Nieuw Statendam - Holland America Line, Rotterdam
Mike Vitale performs aboard the Nieuw Statendam cruise ship docked in Rotterdam.
English Open Mic
Wed 7.10.
20:15
Comedy Club Haug, Rotterdam
An English-language open mic night at Comedy Club Haug where emerging comedians perform and test new material in front of a live audience.
Rogier Bak
Wed 7.10.
20:30
Comedy Club Haug, Rotterdam
Stand-up comedian Rogier Bak tackles big questions about the future and personal matters with his signature energetic approach and irreverent humour.
Baby Concert (0+)
Wed 7.10.
09:30
Studio de Bakkerij, Rotterdam
Monthly baby concert for children aged 0-2 with their parents at Studio de Bakkerij. Around 30 minutes of music from various genres, with babies welcome to move freely.
Wina Ricardo - Wina's Wereld (try-out)
Wed 7.10.
20:30
Kleine Walhalla, Rotterdam
Wina Ricardo's debut full-length cabaret show combines sharp social commentary with personal stories rooted in her Moluccan and Curaçaoan heritage, delivering both wit and heart.
Rotterdam Lacht!
Wed 7.10.
20:30
Studio de Bakkerij, Rotterdam
Rotterdam Lacht brings 6 to 8 comedians testing new material in a fast-paced, joke-filled evening hosted by an MC. Established names and rising talent from the Netherlands and Belgium.
Park Wednesday: Volunteers in the Park
Wed 7.10.
13:00
Parkpaviljoen, Rotterdam
Volunteers come together at the park for a day of activities and community engagement in Rotterdam.
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Unfinished [release show]
Wed 7.10.
21:30
Vessel 11, Rotterdam
Unfinished performs their new release with a live show at Vessel 11.
Make your own zine - Art Workshop
Wed 7.10.
16:30
Erasmus Universiteit Rotterdam, Rotterdam
A hands-on workshop where you create your own zine using collage and printing techniques, then take your finished piece home.
Let's Talk About Porn!
Wed 7.10.
19:30
Erasmus Universiteit Rotterdam, Rotterdam
An adult-focused interactive lecture exploring pornography and sexuality, with time for audience discussion.
Casper and Emma Make Theater (AL)
Wed 7.10.
15:00
Podium Islemunda, Rotterdam
Casper and Emma invite children to co-create a story in this interactive theatre performance.
Data Ethics and Pedagogy
Wed 7.10.
15:30
Dokhuis, Rotterdam
A gathering exploring data ethics and algorithms in education with philosopher Ajuna Soerjadi and pedagogue Joris Vlieghe, combining research on algorithmic bias with pedagogical perspectives on responsibility.
Children's Neighbourhood Workshop: City Animal Masks
Wed 7.10.
15:00
Dokhuis, Rotterdam
free
Children create masks from autumn leaves and craft materials while discovering which city animals live within them. Free workshop with artist Femke at Dokhuis.
ARK Movement Class with: TBA
Wed 7.10.
20:00
Dansateliers, Rotterdam
Dance workshop ARK Movement Class at Dansateliers in Rotterdam, instructor to be announced.
Visit the Wool Workshop at Belevenisboerderij Schieveen
Wed 7.10.
10:00
Belevenisboerderij Schieveen, Rotterdam
Free
Explore the wool workshop at Belevenisboerderij Schieveen, where volunteers showcase the traditional craft of wool processing. Open Wednesdays and Saturdays, 10:00-15:00, free entry, no booking needed.
Stichting Mano x Dokhuis: Textile Repair Café
Wed 7.10.
13:00
Dokhuis, Rotterdam
A clothing repair session with experienced seamstress Masi, organized by Dokhuis and Stichting Mano. Bring one garment to repair and learn about sustainable fashion.
Thinking Out Loud (Group 1)
Wed 7.10.
19:30
The Writer's Guide (to the Galaxy), Rotterdam
An evening theatre performance of 'Thinking Out Loud' by Group 1 in Rotterdam.
Also running
Multi-day exhibitions and festivals still on today.
Live Surrealism
Fri 18.9. – Sun 29.8.
in progress
Wereldmuseum Rotterdam, Rotterdam
Exhibition exploring surrealism as a global artistic movement and creative mindset, beyond its European origins.
A Chair and You
Sat 26.9. – Sun 31.1.
in progress
Kunsthal Rotterdam, Rotterdam
A performance where chairs become the protagonists in an unexpected setting. An exploration of ordinary objects on stage.
Benedikte Bjerre | When the Wind Blows
Sat 30.5. – Sun 1.11.
last day
Kunsthal Rotterdam, Rotterdam
Over a hundred floating baby penguin balloons drift through the Kunsthal Rotterdam in this playful installation by Danish artist Benedikte Bjerre.
50 Years of North Sea Jazz Photography
Sat 5.9. – Sun 11.10.
(37 days)
Kunsthal Rotterdam, Rotterdam
A photography exhibition at Kunsthal Rotterdam celebrating five decades of the North Sea Jazz festival, showcasing images by three renowned photographers.
Plastic Sea, Plastic Storm
Sat 3.10. – Sun 7.3.
in progress
Kunsthal Rotterdam, Rotterdam
Photographer Rob Hornstra and writer Arnold van Bruggen document the lives of undocumented migrants in Europe's largest greenhouse complex, where they labour under harsh conditions to produce our food.
DEATH & MONEY
Sun 20.9. – Sun 20.12.
in progress
Brutus, Rotterdam
Santiago Sierra's largest solo exhibition ever shown in the Netherlands examines the intersection of war and economic profit in DEATH & MONEY.
Toekomstmakers!
Sat 14.12. – Sun 27.12.
in progress
Nieuwe Instituut, Rotterdam
Interactive exhibition for children exploring the future, with hands-on activities and creative making opportunities.
Maritime Women
Fri 3.10. – Tue 31.8.
in progress
Maritiem Museum Rotterdam, Rotterdam
The Maritime Museum Rotterdam celebrates the women who have shaped maritime history and continue to make their mark on the industry today.
Dots, Stripes & Spirals
Sat 18.10. – Mon 29.3.
in progress
Natuurhistorisch Museum Rotterdam, Rotterdam
Family exhibition exploring nature's patterns: why zebras have stripes, ladybirds have spots, and snail shells have spirals.
Toeslagen Tragedie
Fri 28.11. – Sun 1.11.
last day
Belasting & Douane Museum, Rotterdam
An exhibition at the Belasting & Douane Museum exploring the Dutch childcare benefits scandal and the experiences of those affected.
Another Island
Fri 5.12. – Sun 7.2.
in progress
Nieuwe Instituut, Rotterdam
Janilda Bartolomeu's film installation examines the dreams and aspirations of the Cape Verdean diaspora at Rotterdam's Nieuwe Instituut.
Floating Heritage at Maritiem Museum Haven
Mon 13.4. – Sat 31.10.
(202 days)
Maritiem Museum Rotterdam, Rotterdam
The Maritiem Museum Rotterdam showcases historic ships and cranes in working order. In spring and summer, visitors can take sailing trips aboard some of the vessels.
Investigation on the Rails - Van Gogh's Poplar Lane
Thu 23.4. – Sun 7.2.
in progress
Depot Boijmans van Beuningen, Rotterdam
Three years of restoration work on Van Gogh's "The Poplar Lane near Nuenen" in the studio of Museum Boijmans Van Beuningen.
Collection Gallery
Thu 21.5. – Sun 27.5.
in progress
Nieuwe Instituut, Rotterdam
The Collection Gallery at the Nieuwe Instituut displays over 150 years of design history in a permanent exhibition.
Good Food
Fri 12.6. – Sun 1.11.
last day
Nederlands Fotomuseum, Rotterdam
Exhibition exploring sustainable food production through portraits of farmers, growers, researchers and pastry chefs from around the world.
Unfortunate Mice
Tue 14.7. – Sun 25.10.
(104 days)
Natuurhistorisch Museum Rotterdam, Rotterdam
The Natural History Museum Rotterdam displays twelve remarkable mice from its collection in a compact exhibition.
Quickscan 3
Tue 14.7. – Sun 22.11.
in progress
Nederlands Fotomuseum, Rotterdam
Twenty Dutch photographers and visual artists present their work in this exhibition exploring how photography has developed over the past decade.
Complex Individuality - Lichens by Suzette Bousema and Ingeborg Klarenberg
Sun 19.7. – Sun 25.10.
(99 days)
Natuurhistorisch Museum Rotterdam, Rotterdam
An exhibition exploring the fascinating miniature world of lichens, featuring works by artists Suzette Bousema and Ingeborg Klarenberg at the Natuurhistorisch Museum Rotterdam.
Building in Motion. From Sketch to Treasure
Tue 25.8. – Thu 22.10.
(59 days)
Nieuwe Instituut, Rotterdam
Photo exhibition exploring the design history of the Nieuwe Instituut through architect Jo Coenen's original sketches and drawings from the 1980s.
New Acquisitions #2 Work in Progress
Wed 26.8. – Sun 8.11.
in progress
Nieuwe Instituut, Rotterdam
An exhibition of thirteen recent acquisitions from the National Collection for Dutch Architecture and Urban Planning.
Birds Between Decor and Reality - Installations by Hans van Asch
Sun 4.10. – Sun 3.1.
in progress
Natuurhistorisch Museum Rotterdam, Rotterdam
Photographer Hans van Asch presents his striking bird still lifes at the Natural History Museum Rotterdam, exploring how birds behave in artificially constructed settings.
Autumn Symphony - guided garden walk
Thu 27.8. – Sun 25.10.
(60 days)
Trompenburg Tuinen & Arboretum, Rotterdam
Guided walk through Trompenburg Gardens where a guide reveals the garden's autumn splendour. Each walk is unique as nature constantly transforms.
SIDELINED. Space for Different Ways of Being Together
Fri 10.7. – Sun 31.1.
in progress
Nieuwe Instituut, Rotterdam
SIDELINED turns the Nieuwe Instituut's Deck into an alternative sports bar where you can play, ask questions, and feel part of the community.
Membership
Thu 1.1. – Sun 31.12.
in progress
De Dependance, Rotterdam
Membership is an event on 1 January 2026 at De Dependance in Rotterdam.