
Children's Book Week: Spotlight On! - Authors of 'The Birthday Parade' Visit with Workshop
Children's Book Week event featuring the authors of 'The Birthday Parade' and a hands-on workshop.

Children's Book Week event featuring the authors of 'The Birthday Parade' and a hands-on workshop.

A children's dance party with dress-up clothes and make-up, inspired by the story "Donnie Wants the Lead Role". Part of the Utrecht Queer Culture Festival.

A trade fair at Ahoy Rotterdam dedicated to workplace safety, health and working conditions.

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.

A festive day of workshops and theatre performances designed for children at Natlab.

Children's Book Week event featuring storytelling and creative crafts at Terneuzen Library.

Choreographers push the boundaries of dance, performance, film and installation in an evening of creative exploration.

A guided walk to listen to bird calls during autumn on Schiermonnikoog. Part of the island's festival programme.

During Children's Book Week, kids can take the stage at HuB. and show who they want to be - just like stepping into a book.

Free children's activities at Geldermalsen Library during Children's Book Week, themed around 'Spotlight'.

A cosy story time gathering at the library where young children enjoy picture books and stories together, supporting their language development.

Children's Book Week celebration with the theme 'Spotlight On!' featuring performances and shows for kids at Bibliotheek Tubbergen.

A cosy story time festival for young children featuring tales, songs and activities at Bibliotheek Kessel.

BRUVINO's autumn wine tasting event in Bruinisse features a selection of wines to sample and enjoy.

A light and art festival featuring installations and projections that transform the historic harbour town of Zierikzee into an illuminated landscape.

HOLOBIONT creates an immersive space where bodies and light converge in constant motion. An experience without fixed seating, where you lose and find yourself.

A reading festival at Bibliotheek Volkel featuring stories and craft activities for children.

Children's Book Week celebration at Bibliotheek Middelharnis where young readers take centre stage with activities and events.

A fun afternoon of activities for children during Children's Book Week: circus tricks, crafts, book hunts, face painting and more at the library.

A story reading festival at the library where children listen to stories, meet each other, and participate in a creative activity around a new theme.

A children's story time festival featuring themed readings, play, and the chance to explore books.

A story time celebration for toddlers featuring listening, discussion, and a craft activity at the library.

An open-stage event at Bibliotheek Zutphen where anyone can perform music, poetry, dance, or share stories.

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

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

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

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

The autumn fair in Vaassen features rides, games and food on Marktplein.

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

Halloween fair in Lelystad featuring attractions and a spooky vibe for families on 7 October.

A late summer fair with rides, games and food for the whole family at the Koemarkt.

Family-friendly autumn fair with rides, games and food on Torenplein.
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.

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.

A culinary day in Maastricht where you taste local dishes, cook together, and exchange stories about tradition and connection.

Cultura Ede celebrates Children's Book Week with a circus-themed day featuring performances, stories, and hands-on workshops.

Uncloud marks a decade with an experimental music and performance art evening. Featuring ConcepciΓ³n Huerta, MONOCOLOR, Rafael Anton Irisarri and SPIME.IM at the Beatrixgebouw.

Popronde brings multiple bands to Vera in one night as part of a city-wide traveling music festival.

Theater de Speeldoos hosts an open stage evening featuring diverse artists with free admission.

Open stage night featuring rotating artists at Theater de Speeldoos. Free admission for all.

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.

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.

Theater de Speeldoos welcomes diverse performers for a free open stage evening.

Theater de Speeldoos welcomes diverse artists to perform on its open stage. Free admission for all.

Open stage night featuring various artists at Theater de Speeldoos, with free admission.

Open stage night featuring various artists at Theater de Speeldoos, with free admission.

The Best Groningen Book Festival announces the winners of the Best Groningen Book of 2026 award.

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.

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

Bavarian-themed party night at De Meester with beer steins, party music and Oktoberfest vibes.

Rudolph van Veen brings a Christmas party packed with music and entertainment to Veenendaal.

Museum Night in 's-Hertogenbosch with free entry to Design Museum Den Bosch and Het Noordbrabants Museum. Music, workshops, guided tours and performances from 19:00 to 02:00.

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.

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.

A day-long celebration of Naarden's militia heritage and fortifications, with activities and exhibitions at the Nederlands Vestingmuseum.

A sticker hunt for children during Children's Book Week 2026 at ZB Middelburg.

Muiderslot dedicates a full month to history and heritage with a varied programme of activities and events.

Monthly open stage for local artists and performers at Cultuurhuis Almere Buiten.

Children's Book Week celebration in Terheijden featuring reading and activities for kids around the theme 'Spotlight On'.

Free activities for children of all ages during the autumn half-term break in Nuenen.

A flower festival showcasing the historic gardens of Kasteel-Museum Sypesteyn at their peak bloom.

Scouting Veendam celebrates a century of history, tracing its roots back to 1926 when the movement first began in the town.

A 7-kilometre walk through Otterlo with bockbier tastings and paired food stops. Choose your own starting point among three venues.

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.

Christmas market with festive activities on the historic grounds of Slot Zuylen in Oud-Zuilen.

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.

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.

Elluf Elluf kicks off the carnival season in Oosterhout with music and traditional festivities.

During autumn half-term, Het Nationale Park De Hoge Veluwe offers a nature programme with outdoor activities and wildlife experiences.

The IFIKZ MaakMeeFestival celebrates Zaandam's paper heritage with a week of activities and theatrical storytelling around paper.

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.

De Nieuwe Kolk celebrates the end of Children's Book Week with a festival for ages 6-12. The 'Spotlight On!' theme puts both books and the children themselves in the spotlight.

The Irish Festival brings Irish music, dance and culture to Theater De Tamboer in Hoogeveen.

A monthly open-stage night where local artists and performers can showcase their work at Cultuurhuis Almere Buiten.

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.

Local artists perform at this monthly open-stage night held on the last Friday of each month.

A monthly open-stage night on the last Friday of the month at Cultuurhuis Almere Buiten, where local performers can showcase their work.

Monthly open-stage night on the last Friday where local performers can showcase their work at Cultuurhuis Almere Buiten.

Children's Book Week across all locations: hunt for special books, solve puzzles, and take centre stage.

Children's Book Week celebration at Theek 5 Made featuring reading and creative activities for kids around the theme 'Spotlight On'.

Alkmaar Ontzet celebrates the historic 1573 siege with a week of choral music, traditional hutspot distribution, and festivities on Waagplein.

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.

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.

A walking tour through Lunteren with stops at local restaurants and cafΓ©s to sample dishes along the route.

Three performers bring cabaret, music and humor together at Wolderhuus. Each brings their own style, but all aim to move, amuse and surprise the audience.

Children's Book Week celebration with reading and creative activities for kids centred on the theme 'Spotlight On' at Theek 5 Dongen.

Children's Book Week celebration in Oosterhout featuring reading and creative activities for kids around the theme 'Spotlight On'.

The winners of Kunstbende Flevoland perform at the Kunstbende Festival in Poppodium Corneel.

Outdoorpark SEC Almere offers daily changing activities during autumn half-term, including survival, archery and treasure hunts.

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

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.

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.

Saint Nicholas arrives in Maarssen by boat along the canals, followed by a celebratory ride through the village.

On the first Sunday of each month, cultural institutions in Wijk bij Duurstede welcome visitors for a tour of art, history and creative projects.

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.

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.

A thrilling Halloween walk in Bladel where you dress up as scary as you can. Follow the journey of Black Kaat and experience a spooky adventure.

Saint Nicholas makes a festive arrival at Burgemeester van Houdtplein in Bladel, a traditional celebration for children and families.

Children's Book Week at Bladel and Reusel Library brings together dance, creativity and books for young readers.

Zutphen's city centre celebrates Dutch bokbier with twenty venues, live music, and tastings across multiple squares.

A horror event with scares and a spooky atmosphere for those who love thrills and chills.

Children's Book Week 2026 at Budel Library celebrates young writers with the theme 'Spotlight On! We're Taking the Stage!' - a celebration of performance, theatre, song and dance.

History Month brings archives, museums and libraries together across the Netherlands with activities exploring local and national heritage.

A day of Bavarian live music and festive cheer in Woerden, complete with traditional dress.

At the IFIKZ MaakMeeFestival, children collaborate on paper artworks and discover stories about the heritage of Zaandam's famous paper industry.

The IFIKZ MaakMeeFestival celebrates Zaandam's paper heritage with hands-on making workshops and a storytelling boat tour during the autumn half-term opening weekend.

The IFIKZ MaakMeeFestival in the Zaanstreek celebrates the history of Zaanstreek paper with a family programme running from 10 to 16 October.

NIRKODA marks 45 years with a celebratory programme in Veenendaal.

A cultural celebration of African heritage, art and identity taking place in Veenendaal.

A health and wellbeing event in Veenendaal focused on care and vitality.

The village of Scherpenzeel celebrates its 797th anniversary with a full day of community activities.

Celtic Steps 2026 is an event in Veenendaal on 4 October featuring Celtic music and dance.

A music festival in Veenendaal celebrating classic hits and beloved songs performed live.

Fuse takes the stage at (A)live in 2027, a music festival in Veenendaal.

Holland Dance Festival showcases dance talent from the Netherlands and abroad, with an international line-up at Veenendaal.

Themed evening featuring a tasting of seasonal bock beers, from major breweries to craft producers.

A day packed with activities in Hoogeveen, with something for everyone.

Elst marks its 1300th anniversary in 2026 with a year-long programme of music, cultural, sporting and historical events for everyone.

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.

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 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.

The Harlinger Blues Festival brings blues artists together at MilΓ»k for a day of live music.

Dinosaur festival at Landgoed Tenaxx featuring a meet & greet with Naxxie and friends, plus a tour of the dinosaur park.

Music festival at Lukwelpark with performances by various artists.

A boat tour through IJsselstein for children, filled with stories about the city's history, its castle, and local legends.

Large open-air festival with music and family-friendly activities in Slotpark.

An evening event with light installations and atmospheric activities at Winkelcentrum Putten.

Sinterklaas arrives at Winkelcentrum Putten with his helpers for a family celebration.

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.

Afrovibes Festival marks its 20th anniversary with contemporary art, dance, music and spoken word from the African continent and diaspora, exploring the theme Liquid Traces | Vloeibare Sporen.

A light art route around Almere's Weerwater that blends visual art and theatre performances for all ages.

AllyUP brings sports, creative and educational activities for children and young people to Almere's Stadhuisplein, with parents and carers welcome.

Annual fair with rides, games and food for families at Geertruidenberg's Market Square.

The annual autumn fair in Tiel offers rides, games and food for the whole family.

Annual fair in Echt with rides, games, and food for the whole family.

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