John Coffey
Thu 8.10.
20:30
ACU, Utrecht
American blues-rock band John Coffey takes the stage at ACU Utrecht.
Thu, 8 Oct 2026 in Utrecht
Starting today
Modulation x Uncloud
Thu 8.10.
20:15
De Helling, Utrecht
Modulation and Uncloud present an evening of electronic music featuring hardware and modular synthesis at De Helling, part of Uncloud's 10th anniversary celebration.
Stippenlift
Thu 8.10.
20:00
Theater Utrecht, Utrecht
Stippenlift offers an interactive concert where the audience decides what they hear. Theater Utrecht explores accessibility, neurodiversity, and how live music can become more inclusive.
Radio Thursday
Thu 8.10.
16:00
NAR, Utrecht
Every Thursday NAR hosts long listening sessions with pizzas and cocktails for € 5 each. Enjoy the bar, terrace, or dance floor.
030mm film presents: Verbinding
Thu 8.10.
19:00
Bibliotheek Neude, Utrecht
An evening of short films by HKU students exploring queerness through stories of love, bodies, sexuality and identity, part of the Utrecht Queer Culture Festival.
DE DANSVLOER / Ays (All Night)
Thu 8.10. – Fri 9.10.
(2 days)
NAR, Utrecht
free
Free dance night on Thursday evenings in Utrecht with DJ Ays playing all night.
Guided Tour Neude
Thu 8.10.
14:00
Bibliotheek Neude, Utrecht
A guided tour through Utrecht's former post office, now a library, exploring the building's history, artwork, and collection spaces.
UQCF 2026 | Tammie zoekt een Vriendje
Thu 8.10.
20:00
Villa Concordia, Utrecht
UQCF 2026 presents the theatre production 'Tammie zoekt een Vriendje' at Villa Concordia.
Story Time (Ages 2-4)
Thu 8.10.
10:30
Bibliotheek Overvecht, Utrecht
A regular story time session for toddlers aged 2 to 4 at Bibliotheek Overvecht, where children can enjoy listening to stories in a comfortable setting.
Drag & Draw
Thu 8.10.
20:00
De Nijverheid, Utrecht
A drawing workshop with nude models, music and drinks at De Nijverheid's warehouse. Sketch freely with pencil, charcoal or brush in a relaxed atmosphere.
Games Afternoon (ages 6-12)
Thu 8.10.
15:00
Bibliotheek Leidsche Rijn Centrum, Utrecht
Thursday afternoon games session at the library for children aged 6-12, featuring board games and active games.
Learn Dutch and Cook Together in Hoograven
Thu 8.10.
09:30
Buurtcentrum Hart van Hoograven, Utrecht
Practice Dutch while cooking simple dishes with others at this community centre activity. A hands-on way to improve your language skills and make new connections.
Also running
Multi-day exhibitions and festivals still on today.
Uncloud: 10 Years of Breaking the Binary
Thu 1.10. – Sun 11.10.
(11 days)
Beatrixgebouw, Utrecht
Uncloud marks a decade with an experimental music and performance art evening. Featuring Concepción Huerta, MONOCOLOR, Rafael Anton Irisarri and SPIME.IM at the Beatrixgebouw.
Bus 12
Thu 17.9. – Fri 18.9.
(2 days)
EKKO, Utrecht
Bus 12 takes the stage at EKKO Utrecht for a late-night concert from 23:00 to 03:00.
Nijntje Museum in Dutch Sign Language
Sat 18.4. – Sat 19.12.
in progress
nijntje museum, Utrecht
The Nijntje Museum in Utrecht presents its exhibition in Dutch Sign Language, welcoming deaf and hard-of-hearing visitors to experience the museum fully.
Blik op Bloemen
Sat 21.2. – Thu 31.12.
in progress
Centraal Museum, Utrecht
Utrecht residents share personal stories about flowers in this exhibition at the Centraal Museum, created to celebrate the 70th anniversary of the Van Baaren Foundation.
Care at the Doorstep - History of District Nursing
Thu 18.6. – Sun 25.10.
in progress
Volksbuurtmuseum, Utrecht
An exhibition exploring the history of district nursing in the Netherlands, focusing on the vital role district nurses played in working-class communities.
Godenschemering - Frans Franciscus
Fri 10.7. – Sun 22.11.
in progress
Centraal Museum, Utrecht
Exhibition of Frans Franciscus, a figurative artist who launched his career during the postmodern shift of the 1980s.
Exhibition window: Hedy Tjin
Mon 31.8. – Sun 29.11.
in progress
Bibliotheek Neude, Utrecht
Illustrator and artist Hedy Tjin displays her work in the window of Bibliotheek Neude. Her illustrations appear on murals, textiles, and children's books.
Henk Helmantel. In a New Light
Fri 25.9. – Sun 17.1.
(115 days)
Museum Catharijneconvent, Utrecht
Museum Catharijneconvent showcases master painter Henk Helmantel's work, from mystical reflections to subtle lighting in cloisters and still lifes.
House of Saint Nicholas
Sun 4.10. – Sat 5.12.
(63 days)
Museum Catharijneconvent, Utrecht
Interactive exhibition at Museum Catharijneconvent featuring hands-on activities for children celebrating the Dutch Sinterklaas tradition.
Centraal Collection | Centraal Museum Utrecht
Thu 1.1. – Thu 31.12.
in progress
Centraal Museum Utrecht, Utrecht
The Centraal Museum Utrecht's permanent collection showcases Dutch art and design spanning multiple historical periods.
Toevallig alles goed Atelier Remy & Veenhuizen
Sat 28.3. – Sun 25.10.
in progress
Centraal Museum, Utrecht
The Centraal Museum showcases an exhibition by Atelier Remy & Veenhuizen, a collaborative artist duo exploring their shared creative vision.
Godenschemering - Frans Franciscus
Fri 10.7. – Sun 22.11.
in progress
Centraal Museum Utrecht, Utrecht
The Centraal Museum Utrecht showcases the work and legacy of Frans Franciscus in the exhibition Godenschemering.
Lichtjesvaart De Meern 1
Thu 27.8. – Sun 1.11.
in progress
De Meern 1, Utrecht
€ 17,50
An evening boat tour through Utrecht's canals with illuminated vessels, passing shipyards and terraces along the water.
Family Tour: Land and Sky
Wed 25.2. – Wed 30.12.
in progress
nijntje museum, Utrecht
A guided family tour exploring landscapes across the Centraal Museum and the nijntje museum in Utrecht.
Multilingual Story Time
Wed 4.3. – Wed 16.12.
in progress
nijntje museum, Utrecht
A Dick Bruna picture book read in Dutch and another language by two native speakers at the nijntje museum.
Multi-sensory guided tour - History of fashion
Sat 15.8. – Sat 12.12.
in progress
Centraal Museum, Utrecht
A multi-sensory guided tour exploring fashion history, specially designed for blind and visually impaired visitors at the Centraal Museum in Utrecht.
Spot aan! Treasure Hunt (ages 4-12)
Wed 30.9. – Sun 11.10.
(12 days)
Bibliotheek Neude, Utrecht
A treasure hunt through the library searching for Spot On! stickers during Children's Book Week. For ages 4 to 12.
Utrecht Reading Benches
Wed 30.9. – Sun 11.10.
(12 days)
Bibliotheek Neude, Utrecht
Listen to stories by Utrecht children's authors on the library's yellow bench, with fairy tales read aloud in multiple languages by university students.
Exhibition: Drawn Life
Wed 2.9. – Sat 31.10.
in progress
Bibliotheek Overvecht, Utrecht
Exhibition of sketches and sculptures by visual journalist Myrthe van Heerwaarden, based on the graphic novel 'A Life Drawn'. Portraits of Utrecht residents living, learning, and working together.
KunstKeet (6+)
Wed 2.9. – Sat 6.3.
in progress
De Vrijstaat, Utrecht
€ 98
KunstKeet is an art workshop for children aged 6+ featuring 6 lessons per theme, culminating in a masterclass with a professional artist.
Lichtjesvaart Roman Ship De Meern 1
Fri 11.9. – Sun 1.11.
in progress
De Meern 1, Utrecht
€ 17,50
Evening cruise on Utrecht's canals aboard the Roman ship De Meern 1, with views of historic shipyards and waterfront terraces.
Botanical Gardens Season Opening
Sun 30.8. – Wed 2.12.
in progress
Botanische Tuinen Universiteit Utrecht, Utrecht
The Botanical Gardens of Utrecht University welcome visitors for the new season.
Weekend Cruise De Meern 1
Sat 29.8. – Mon 26.10.
in progress
De Meern 1, Utrecht
€ 15
Explore Utrecht by boat aboard a replica Roman vessel, sailing past ancient fortifications and modern landmarks.
De Betonnerie
Sun 13.9. – Mon 23.11.
in progress
Beton-T, Utrecht
Monthly second-hand market at Beton-T with over 100 stalls selling vintage, design, and curiosities.
Spot aan! Treasure Hunt (ages 4-12)
Wed 30.9. – Sun 11.10.
(12 days)
Bibliotheek Zuilen, Utrecht
A self-guided treasure hunt at Bibliotheek Zuilen where children aged 4-12 hunt for stickers during Children's Book Week.
Utrecht Reading Benches
Wed 30.9. – Sun 11.10.
(12 days)
Bibliotheek Leidsche Rijn Centrum, Utrecht
Listen to stories by Utrecht children's authors on the yellow bench, or enjoy traditional fairy tales read aloud by students in multiple languages.
Utrecht Reading Benches
Wed 30.9. – Sun 11.10.
(12 days)
Bibliotheek Kanaleneiland, Utrecht
Settle on a yellow bench, scan a QR code, and listen to stories by Utrecht children's authors. Students also read classic fairy tales in multiple languages.
Utrecht Reading Benches
Wed 30.9. – Sun 11.10.
(12 days)
Bibliotheek Overvecht, Utrecht
Sit on a yellow bench and listen to recorded stories by Utrecht children's authors, or enjoy traditional fairy tales read aloud in multiple languages.
Spot aan! Treasure Hunt (ages 4-12)
Wed 30.9. – Sun 11.10.
(12 days)
Bibliotheek Lunetten, Utrecht
A self-guided treasure hunt at Bibliotheek Lunetten where children aged 4-12 hunt for stickers during Children's Book Week.
Spot aan! Treasure Hunt (ages 4-12)
Wed 30.9. – Sun 11.10.
(12 days)
Bibliotheek Kanaleneiland, Utrecht
A self-guided treasure hunt through the library hunting for Spot aan! stickers during Children's Book Week, for ages 4 to 12.
Spot aan! Treasure Hunt (ages 4-12)
Wed 30.9. – Sun 11.10.
(12 days)
Bibliotheek Leidsche Rijn Centrum, Utrecht
A treasure hunt for children aged 4 to 12 at the library: find the Spot On! stickers and explore the Children's Book Week.
Donatie Pleinotheek
Thu 16.7. – Sat 24.10.
in progress
RAUM & Venster, Utrecht
Benefit event for Pleinotheek on 16 July in Utrecht. An evening of fundraising for the open-air theatre.